The Sinking of the SIEV X: A Case Study for Secondary Schools

This site outlines the work of a committee who developed a Case Study for Australian Secondary Schools on the 2001 Sinking of the Indonesian fishing vessel the SIEV X and subsequent 353 deaths.

The committee takes no position in terms of the questions investigated in this study, particularly those relating to responsibility, nor do these materials imply a predetermined answer on the issue of whether or not the sinking and subsequent loss of life was preventable.

We hope this study offers a valuable contribution to the development of one of Australia's greatest assets - the minds of its youth.

This site offers further information about the Case Study and a chance to review its contents. You may also read the speeches given by the Committee Chair at the National and NSW launches.

Whatever your reason for visiting, we hope you enjoy the site and what it has to offer.

December 4 - 2nd edition launched.

Over 350 copies sold!