We are pleased to welcome renowned maritime historian and author Dr Howard Gray as our guest speaker for the next Club Lunch on Wednesday 24 June.

With more than four decades spent exploring the marine ecosystems and maritime history of Western Australia’s coastline, Howard is widely respected for bringing the stories of our coast, shipwrecks and early explorers to life.

For this special presentation, Howard will share the remarkable story of the Dutch ship Zeewijk, which struck a reef at the Houtman Abrolhos Islands on 9 June 1727. What followed was an extraordinary story of resilience, resourcefulness and escape that remains one of the most remarkable chapters in Australian maritime history.

Often overshadowed by the Batavia saga, the story of the Zeewijk will mark its 300th anniversary in 2027, and Howard’s presentation will immerse guests in the events as they unfolded almost three centuries ago.

The event includes a drink on arrival, followed by the presentation and buffet lunch.

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