Lion Island, Broken Bay

In 1804 the Sydney Gazette reported Aboriginal people on a beach saving crew from the sinking ship Speedwell near Lion Island. “The very humane, friendly and precautionary conduct of an ancient native … would reflect the highest credit to a polished member of civilized society”. (Sydney Gazette)

Location

Lion Island, Broken Bay
Australia
33° 33' 24.9012" S, 151° 19' 3.72" E