Renmark Paddle Steamer PS Industry
A working 1911 steam-driven paddle steamer that cruises the Renmark riverfront on select days.
The PS Industry is a genuine survivor — a steam-driven paddle vessel built in 1911 as a snagging boat, now lovingly maintained by volunteers and fired up for public cruises from the Renmark wharf on the first Sunday of most months and at special events.
Stepping aboard, with the boiler hissing and the great paddle wheels churning, is the closest you'll get to the river as the wool-and-wheat traders knew it. The leisurely cruise along the Renmark reach is as much about the steam, brass and timber as the scenery. Check the schedule before you go, as cruise days are limited.
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Renmark Paddle Steamer PS Industry — frequently asked questions
When was the PS Industry built?
The PS Industry is a steam-driven paddle vessel built in 1911. Originally a snagging boat used to clear obstacles from the river, it is now preserved as a working historic paddle steamer at Renmark.
When does the PS Industry run cruises?
The PS Industry is fired up by volunteers for public cruises from the Renmark wharf on the first Sunday of most months and at special events. Cruise days are limited, so check the schedule before planning a visit.
Image credits
- PS Industry, Renmark 02.jpg by Ian Sutton , CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons