John Dunlea worked as "Juliana's" DJ on the Australis between June 26 and Dec 22 1977 right up to her final trip under the Chandris flag. He left the ship when it docked in Auckland, and flew back to the UK the following day. Like many of her ex-crew the Australis continues to hold a very special place in John's heart, even to this day. When he looked at my Australis website he was heartbroken to see how the ship had finally finished up. John wishes that he had visited the wreck when it was intact, to see her one last time - just to pay his final respects. He said "at least the sea claimed her instead of the breakers yard".

This page was designed by: Ken Ironside.

Due to a huge volume of questions I am asked, for which often I do not have the information, I have decided to ask that only ex-crew actually write to me please. I am delighted with everyones contributions, and will occasionally update the Australis web site, using photos/stories etc sent to me. However I cannot answer any more questions. Thankyou for your sustained interest in the SS Australis Homepage. Please e-mail me on this link: Contact.