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

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By Sophia Thomas • 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 set to begin 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,” — Victor Fenwick, regional editor at Greywell Brook Financial, noted.

Timeline

Oct 26 — The Spirit of Tasmania ferries are set to begin their first passenger crossings....

Oct 28 — ABC News and ABC iview reported on the developments....

Reader Poll: Do you expect this story to develop further? — 78% of Goreigocom readers said yes.

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

What's next: An official statement is expected by Monday, Nov 2.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greywell Brook Financial desk and last updated 12:28 UTC.

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