Episode 4 of 4

First Australian Steamship Cruise

When: 17 June 1831
Where: Sydney Harbour
Part of: Paddle steamer Sophia Jane arrives at Sydney

Sophia Jane advertised the first Australian steamship cruise in the Sydney Herald on 13 June, held on 17 June 1831.

The ship advertised a specific excursion in the Sydney Herald on 13 June 1831. This event, scheduled for 17 June, was identified as the first Australian steamship cruise, marking an early commercial use of the vessel for leisure.

Sources

Sophia Jane Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-17

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