Image above right is a replica scale model of the P.V. Amphibious as “The Lazy Jane” paddle steamer used in the 1990 television series “The River Kings”.
Filmed in Morgan and surrounding districts many of the Morgan Historic walk buildings were used as film locations along with Nor’ West Bend Station and Nikalapco Station. Quite a number of local residents and children were used as extras in the series.
The Amphibious was built in Melbourne in 1875 measuring around 18 meters by 5 meters, and powered by twin steam engines driving a propeller. She was later rigged as an engineless sailing ketch, and two kerosene engines were installed to become an auxiliary sailing ketch. Finally she sank in the Port River. Having been salvaged, refloated and repaired, she was used as a steam tender in Peter Weir's 1981 film Gallipoli, landing the troupes on the beach. Converted again she became the “Lazy Jane”.
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The River Kings
Set in the 1920's against a stunning
that sweeps through towering cliffs
red gums and willows. Life on the
struggle, an absent father and
imminent, sixteen year old Shawn
home to support his family. Shawn
steamboat, a childhood dream,
unglamorous reality of a nomadic
rude awakening to this naïve country
must summon all his strength and
each day. Young Shawn will witness
disaster, suffer betrayal and despair,
and romance during his travels.
this boy into a man. A gritty story
human characters and unique
appeal universally to all ages. |
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Left: The P.S. Industry as “Lady Mabel”
Built 1911 in Goolwa has an unusual jarrah hull from W. Aust. And her decks are of New Zealand kauri.
She was built for snagging, lock maintenance and dredging. She measures 34 m long by 6 m beam. The Industry is available for cruises and tours from the Renmark visitor centre. So you can enjoy a very original steam experience with her volunteers. |
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Morgan Museum: Phone 08 8540 2136 • Railway Terrace, Morgan, South Australia 5320
