Discover stories behind the latest exhibitions, fascinating explorations into maritime science and archaeology, and the surprising details of what happens inside (and outside) a modern working museum.

Sailing off Coal Point, c.1935. Photographer unknown. Image: Lake Macquarie Community Heritage Photography collection

15 Feb 2016

Applications for MMAPSS 2016-2017 grants now open

11 Feb 2016

Would you have survived being sick on the high seas?

03 Feb 2016

Tug Boats: The Loss of the Working Harbour

27 Jan 2016

Maritime tourism helps keep Indonesian traditions alive

24 Jan 2016

Endeavour sails and so could you

15 Jan 2016

A tribute to Robert Oatley AO BEM

08 Jan 2016

Ecuadorian navy training tall ship Guayas arrives at the museum

27 Nov 2015

Special offer for teachers – Horrible Histories

02 Nov 2015

Remembrance Day and the War in the Pacific Virtual Excursion