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.

27 Mar 2017

Applications for MMAPSS 2017-2018 grants now open

02 Feb 2017

Room with a view: Opening the Margaret Brock Room at the Cape Jaffa Lighthouse

13 Dec 2016

Waves of history: Inspecting a historic surf craft in Tathra
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

22 Jan 2016

'The greatest threat to our oceans is ignorance'

30 Jul 2015

Shark attack in Sydney Harbour

22 Jun 2015

A new artificial reef at the Australian National Maritime Museum

31 Mar 2015

MMAPSS travel to regional NSW

05 Mar 2015

Turning the Plastic Tide