They ended at a number of ports around Australia, in particular Fremantle, Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney. These journeys were accompanied by feelings of sadness, excitement, fear and hope.
They came by clipper, steamer and liner until the aeroplane became established as the main means of long distance travel in the 1970s. Since 1788, millions have made the long journey across the oceans to Australia seeking fortune, opportunity and freedom.
Immigration is a vital feature of Australia's history and national identity.
