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After more than three years tied up at wharves awaiting its fate, one of Sydneyâs last Lady-class ferries will once again become a regular sight on the harbour.
Ownership of the Lady Northcott, which plied Sydney Harbour for four decades, will be transferred from the state to the countryâs largest Aboriginal maritime charity, Tribal Warrior, which will repair the vessel following a $300,000 government grant.
The Lady Northcott in 2017 shortly before she was retired from regular passenger services.
Credit:James Alcock
The Lady Northcott and Lady Herron were the last of the Lady-class ferries to be retired from regular ferry services on the harbour in 2017, and for the past year have been berthed in Newcastle as the state government searched for buyers.
What is International Women’s Day and when does it take place?
Taking place on 8 March every year, International Women’s Day is a global celebration of women and their achievements. It is also a day that seeks to raise awareness of issues affecting women around the world, highlighting initiatives and campaigns focused on improving women’s lives and increasing gender parity (equality between men and women).
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According to the official website, the main aims of International Women’s Day are to “celebrate achievements; raise awareness about women’s equality; lobby for accelerated gender parity and fundraise for female-focused charities”.