SS Nemesis Wreck Discovered After 120 Years

The SS Nemesis, lost at sea in 1904 with 32 crew members, has been located off the coast of Australia, solving a century-old maritime mystery.

A collaborative effort between CSIRO, Heritage NSW, and Subsea Professional Marine Services led to the discovery of the SS Nemesis wreck off the coast of Wollongong, New South Wales.
The steamship, which vanished in 1904 during a storm while transporting coal from Newcastle to Melbourne, was found sitting upright on the seafloor with significant damage.
Advanced technology, including multibeam echosounders and drop cameras, was used to map the wreck's location and visually inspect it, revealing key structures and internal spaces.
The discovery provides valuable archaeological information and may offer solace to the families of the 32 crew members who perished, allowing them a location to mourn their loved ones.
The SS Nemesis wreck is protected under the Underwater Cultural Heritage Act 2018, marking an important find in Australia's maritime history.