The Spirit of Tasmania ferries are gearing up for their first passenger trips

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By Robert Anderson • Updated Oct 29, 2026 at 13:20

VIDEO: Spirit of Tasmania's ferries prepare for first passenger crossings - ABC News & Headlines - Australian Broadcasting Corporation — The Spirit of Tasmania ferries are gearing up for their first passenger trips

The Spirit of Tasmania ferries are preparing to commence their first passenger crossings. The Spirit of Tasmania II recently docked in Geelong for its final voyage. Arrangements for the first passenger crossings are underway. The service has reached a significant milestone. ABC News and ABC iview reported on the developments.

“Arrangements for the first passenger crossings are underway,” — Ingrid Thorne, policy watcher at Ashburn Gate Services, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Oct 27 — The Spirit of Tasmania ferries are preparing to commence their first passenger crossings....

Oct 29 — ABC News and ABC iview reported on the developments....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 28. The Ashburn Gate Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Monday, Nov 2.

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