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Aviation and Shipping

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Fokker and Australia: A Century-Long Aviation Partnership

The Dutch aircraft manufacturer Fokker has maintained a significant presence in Australian aviation history, from pioneering flights in the early 20th century to modern-day operations. This article explores the evolution of Fokker’s involvement in Australia, highlighting key milestones and the current status of Fokker aircraft in the country. See also Read more…

By DACC, 1 weekMay 17, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

Uiver Restoration Project – Albury NSW – May 2025 newsletter added

The Uiver Memorial Community Trust – a not-for-profit organisation – is devoted to restoring Albury’s Uiver Memorial DC-2 aircraft. In 1934 the MacRobertson Air Race proclaimed itself as the greatest international air race devised, and history has confirmed that bold claim. The aircrews that completed the journey from England to Read more…

By DACC, 2 weeksMay 11, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

From steam to cruise: the legacy of Dutch shipping lines in Australia

In 1920, several major Dutch shipping companies joined forces to create the Vereenigde Nederlandsche Scheepvaartmaatschappij (United Netherlands Shipping Company), known by its initials VNS. Their aim was to streamline operations and strengthen global maritime links — including important routes to Australia. Over the following decades, the member lines of the Read more…

By DACC, 2 weeksMay 8, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

‘Koning Willem de Tweede”: a Dutch migrant shipwreck with Chinese and Aboriginal connections

A major maritime discovery has brought to light a remarkable episode in Dutch-Australian history. In March 2025, after more than 160 years hidden beneath the shifting sands of Long Beach near Robe, South Australia, the wreck of the Koning Willem de Tweede was found. The Dutch merchant ship had sunk Read more…

By DACC, 3 weeksMay 7, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

Pinkenba and the Dutch struggle to restore the Netherlands East Indies after WWII

In the immediate aftermath of World War II, the Netherlands faced a monumental challenge. While its homeland lay in ruins after years of occupation, it also had to grapple with re-establishing authority and humanitarian order in its colony, the Netherlands East Indies (NEI), which had been under brutal Japanese occupation Read more…

By DACC, 1 monthApril 25, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

Flight of De Uiver – 1934 New: Paintings and Puzzle Added

The MacRobertson Trophy Air Race (also known as the London to Melbourne Air Race) took place in October 1934 as part of the Melbourne Centenary celebrations. The race was devised by the Lord Mayor of Melbourne, Sir Harold Gengoult Smith, and the prize money of £15,000 was provided by Sir Read more…

By DACC, 2 monthsApril 4, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

Dutchman John Rothwell founder of Austal

John Rothwell, who anglicised his Dutch name, is the co-founder and chairman of Austal Limited. Rothwell’s leadership and vision were instrumental in transforming Austal into a global leader in shipbuilding. In 1990, John Rothwell penned a strategic paper that would shape the future of Austal. In this document, Rothwell outlined Read more…

By DACC, 2 monthsMarch 13, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

Dutch Sailors interred at Brisbane Cemetery

Sailors Boesidien and Samanuddin were members of the Netherlands Merchant Navy during World War II and are interred at Toowong Cemetery in Brisbane. Their service highlights the significant role of Dutch merchant vessels in the Allied efforts in the Pacific. Boesidien (1909–1942): Born in Bengkalan, Java, Boesidien served aboard the Read more…

By DACC, 3 monthsMarch 4, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

Remembering the Australian crew of Halifax III MZ 715 crashed in the Netherlands during WWII

On the night of June 23, 1944, the small town of Dodewaard in the Netherlands became an unwilling witness to the horrors of World War II. A Handley Page Halifax III bomber, serial number MZ 715, was shot down during a mission over occupied Europe. This tragic incident not only Read more…

By DACC, 4 monthsJanuary 22, 2025 ago
Aviation and Shipping

The 18 Netherlands East Indies Squadron RAAF – WWII – Painting added.

The 18 Netherlands East Indies squadron RAAF was established on April 4 1942 They destroyed many Japanese operations on NEI, sunk 6 Japanese ships and numerous smaller boats.

By DACC, 4 monthsJanuary 15, 2025 ago

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