John Oxley Restoration Appeal

What is this appeal for?

The restoration of the 1927 built coastal steamer is aimed at preserving, for future generations of Australians, a vital item of our maritime history. John Oxley, unlike many other heritage vessels, was never altered from her original configuration. She is a time capsule of early 1900s shipping with her rosewood-paneled pilots' accommodation, original mast and derrick for working buoys and navigational equipment, coal fired galley, wooden boats and of course her quite large, steam powered main engine.

How will the funds be used?

They will be used to buy steel plate and other essential items to ensure that the restoration is completed. Sydney Heritage Fleet "employs" over 600 volunteers who, last year, gave a combined total of over 126,000 hours of service to the Museum.

Key areas of expenditure for funds donated:

Purchase of steel plate. John Oxley requires several hundred plates at a cost of around $1000/plate
Purchase of rivets
Renovation of the engine room - boilers and engines
Replacement of Decks
Renovation of cabins, passageways etc.

Is this appeal tax deductible? Yes

Will I receive a receipt for my donation? Yes, though it will be delayed as it is sent by Sydney Maritime Museum Ltd

There are many ways to donate - select your donation method below

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Help to support your community by donating to a community group through our secure online donations service. Donating online ensures 100% of your donation reaches the group of your choice (less 1.228% credit card fee for Visa and Mastercard / less 1.43% card fee for AMEX). Our Community takes no commission or fee for this service.

Donate by Phone

Call 02 9298 3888 and have your credit card details on hand to donate over the phone.

Donate by Fax

Download printable donation form and fax to: 02 9298 3839

Donate by Mail

Download a printable donation form to send through the post to:
Sydney Heritage Fleet
Wharf 7, Pirrama Rd
PYRMONT NSW 2009

Leave a Bequest

Leave a Bequest to Sydney Maritime Museum Ltd in your will. Click here for further information.

Contact details for this appeal:
Mr Hugh Lander
Development Manager
Telephone: 02 9298 3888
Email: hlander@shf.org.au
Website: www.shf.org.au

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