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Post World War II Migrant Ships: Australis The Australis was the last ship to carry government assisted immigrants to Australia. It was fondly remembered for its grandeur and luxury Art Deco interior. Post World War II Migrant Ships: Castel Felice The Castel Felice was 22 years old when it was refitted to transport British, German and Italian immigrants. Despite its age, it carried over 100,000 immigrants to Australia and New Zealand. Dutch Migration to Australia An Immigration Discovery Centre Resource Sheet on Dutch migrants in Australia. Post World War II Migrant Ships: Fairsea Originally designed as a passenger and cargo ship, the Fairsea was converted for naval service during WWII, but after the war its role was to transport immigrants in less than ideal comfort. Post World War II Migrant Ships: Johan Van Oldenbarnevelt The Johan Van Oldenbarnevelt was built in 1929 to service the trade route between the Netherlands and Indonesia. After WWI, it was mainly used to transport Dutch immigrants to Australia. Post World War II Migrant Ships: Orcades The Orcades was the first purpose-built passenger vessel to enter the Australian migrant trade after World War II. Many immigrants remember her sense of style and feeling of “old world” luxury. Post World War II Migrant Ships: Patris In 1959 the Patris became the first liner in the Greek-owned Chandris fleet. The ship was popular with passengers, many of whom were heading to Australia with a sense of adventure. Researching your family history A quick guide to passenger lists and researching your family history on the internet
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