Come cruising with PMEA on the Hawkesbury Mail Boat, the famous Riverboat Postman, and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the lower Hawkesbury River as the mail and other essentials is delivered to the river-access-only settlements upriver from Brooklyn. We leave the wharf at 10am each weekday, regardless of the weather - after all, ‘the mail must get through’!
The first Riverboat Postman started the run in 1910, and the tradition continues today with Hawkesbury Cruises, the current custodian of this fabulous day trip. Our skippers are locals who have lived in the area their whole lives - be entertained by the stories of the river whilst cruising in comfort up this spectacular waterway. Be assured that at least 95% of what they say is true...
Our coffee is real, our tea is hot, and our famous ANZAC biscuits are home-made daily to Grandma's recipe. We’ll give you a pretty fine lunch too!
This cruise is exclusively for PMEA Members and their guests ONLY.
Please click below on the below link for further information BUT DO NOT BOOK DIRECTLY, as bookings are coordinated through PMEA.
https://riverboatpostman.com.au/
Meet : 9.15 a.m. at The Riverboat Postman office, right beside the Hawkesbury River train station. This is the main railway line between Central Station and Newcastle.
Depart 10.00am sharp!!
Duration is approximately 3 hours 15 minutes.
Departure: The Riverboat Postman returns to Brooklyn Marina at approximately 1.15 p.m.
Cost: Adults $69.00/Seniors $59.00. This includes morning tea after departure and a Ploughman's style lunch.
**Please advise the organiser if gluten free option is required immediately after booking**
BOOKING DEADLINE: Thursday 2nd October 2025
Booking: ESSENTIAL via RSVP Button below !!! PMEA Reservation for 56 persons.
Payment: Online to PMEA with your SURNAME, otherwise payment may be made at a PMEA General Meeting. Your place on the cruise is NOT confirmed until PMEA receives payment.
Parking: ** PMEA members can park all together at the top of McKell Park for a great backdrop photo opportunity before we depart ! **
