Mission to Seafarers Port Kembla

09/06/2026

SEA SUNDAY, 12 July 2026: Wollongong/Port Kembla...

'Join us in thanks and prayer for these men & women who provide necessary service to the world with little recognition...in danger and with anxiety.'

02/06/2026

Hello from Bosun of MV Opal Leader!!

21/05/2026

Chaplain David delivers dinner for entire crew onboard the MV Antares (20/5/26) and offers Pastoral Care for crew after the shock discovery of the death of ship’s bosun. Thanks at Port Kembla for assisting with food at ‘last minute’ notice.

13/05/2026

Australia Bans Liberia-Flagged Bulk Carrier Over Crew Underpayment And Unlawful Potable Water Charges

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13/05/2026

The quiet presence and warmth Chaplain David often brings to crew onboard ships each day is heart-warming! Captain Zhang of MV Hanyang reported yesterday how pleased he was with the love and care David has shown to him and his crew during their extended staty in Port Kembla. Thank you David for your amazing work caring for seafarers!

30/04/2026

https://theconversation.com/20-000-stranded-seafarers-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-face-missile-fears-exhaustion-and-isolation-281330

Even at the best of times, most seafarers face extremely difficult working conditions, while contending with geopolitical crises and unpredictable trade cycles.

19/04/2026

Annual Commemoration of the Merchant Navy at Rookwood Necropolis NSW. As we remember Merchant Seafarers today, may we be found worthy of the sacrifice they made during WW I & II.
‘Lest We Forget’

13/04/2026

AMSA Bans Liberia-Flagged Ship from Australian Ports After 7 Months Of Unpaid Wages & Crew Exploitation

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13/04/2026

Getting up close with Kangroos: It is often a seafarer's wish to simply get a glimpse of the renowned symbol of Australian wildlife let alone getting up close with one...but today was one lucky day for a few crew from MV HG Helm who said they were very foturnate to get up close with our iconic furry friends at . One of the seafarers described today's experience as 'the best time ever' and expressed his sincere gratitue for the care and extra efforts made by the Volunteers at the Mission.

11/03/2026

A fine day with clear skies for seafarers to experience some skydiving in our beautiful Illawarra! Well done to our thrill-seeking guests (seafarers)!