Nautical Association

The Nautical Association of Australia (NAA) is a volunteer-run maritime interest group founded in 1967. It is dedicated to recording, researching, preserving and publishing the nautical history of Australia, New Zealand and the South West Pacific. The association serves nautical enthusiasts and readers interested in the region’s maritime past through specialist publications, historical images and articles.

Its publishing program includes books and electronic publications, alongside The Log, a quarterly journal featuring maritime content. The website offers past issues and articles of interest, and visitors can browse photographs documenting vessels, people and places. Captions identify ships and photographers, with examples including images of Australian Venture, Hemiplecta, California Star and Wainui. Some books are available to purchase, including titles reprinted on demand, while readers can subscribe to recent issues of The Log. The site also provides links and contact information for those wishing to learn more or connect with the association. Through its publications and photographic archive, the NAA supports the preservation and sharing of nautical history across the region.