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Major events in the life of the present day Replica.
1983
The Tasmanian Sail Association Ltd. announced their wish to build a replica of the original vessel.
1986
First cut made in the 50 ton log for the keel by the late Sir James Plimsoll, then Governor.
1988
The new Lady Nelson launched.
1989
Commenced operations entirely by volunteers and made over $13,000 in three months.
1990
Policy of payment introduced and ship sent to mainland to generate income; heavy losses incurred.
1991-5
Period of escalating debt with vessel spending most of each year out of Tasmanian waters.
1996
Attempt to sell vessel to clear debt of $250,000 thwarted by Friends of the Lady Nelson Group.
1996 (June)
Lady Nelson returns to Tasmania and resumes Sail Training and educational cruises as a totally voluntary operation.
2000
Re-enacted the first sighting of the Australian Coast on 3rd December 1800.
2001
Debt of $250,000 repaid by the voluntary efforts of Association Members.
2001
Re-enacted the discovery of Phillip Island & Western Port, Victoria in March 1801.
