Story: Abrolhos/Batavia
Episode: 14
Presenter: Trevor Cochrane
Air Date: 4 May 2025

Trevor tells the interesting story of the Batavia and visits one of the most amazing places in Western Australia.

• Located 80-kilometers out of Geraldton and about an hour's flight from Perth, the Abrolhos Islands are the most significant southern coral reef system in the Indian Ocean.
• The crew travels on a luxury cruise experience on the Eco Abrolhos to learn about the islands and some of the most amazing stories of survival and bravery from WA’s history.
• The wreck of the Batavia lies just below the surface from when the ship crashed into the reef with 322 men, women and children onboard with a cargo of gold, silver and diamonds. What follows is one of the infamous stories in Australian history.
• Once you’ve been here, you will return since there is so much to see and learn.

Visit the Australia’s Coral Coast website to learn more:
www.australiascoralcoast.com