Welcome to Stella Maris Fremantle

We are a friend to all seafarers — offering practical help, spiritual care, and a listening ear

We walk beside you, like Jesus walked with fishermen. No matter your faith, we are here.

Archbishop Timothy Costelloe shares a message for all seafarers.

You are
not alone.

We are part of the world’s largest ship-visiting network. Wherever you sail from, we’re here when you arrive.

A Friend to All Seafarers

Stella Maris is here for you—at the Port and beyond.
Whether you need a ride, a place to rest, help calling home, or someone to talk to—we are here. Our support is flexible and respectful. You know what you need. We are here to help.

Visit
Our Centre

Our Centre is at Unit 15, 5 Goddard Street, Rockingham, just a short drive from the Kwinana port.

It’s a safe, quiet, and friendly place where you can:

Come and join us. You are always welcome.

Free pick-up
& drop off

We offer free transport between your ship and our Centre (and back) using our mini-bus.

Just WhatsApp us when you arrive—we’ll come get you.

Need to go somewhere else around Kwinana? We can help with that too.

Spiritual support

We’re here to support your spiritual needs, no matter your background.

We can direct you to Mass at Our Lady Of Lourdes Church – close by to Kwinana Port – or help you visit your place of worship.

Need someone to pray with or talk to? We are here.

Discover Rockingham & Fremantle

We’ve made some simple guides to help you enjoy your time when you arrive in Fremantle or Kwinana safely and easily.

Resources for Seafarers

Need support or info? We’ve put it all in one place to make it easy. You’ll find help with:

Need Help?

Send a Request

If you’re coming into port and need anything—we want to help. You can send us a message on WhatsApp or fill out a form before your ship arrives.

A Safe Harbour — In Fremantle and Around the World

Stella Maris Fremantle is part of the largest ship-visiting network in the world, and the official maritime charity of the Catholic Church. Working with Stella Maris teams across Australia and beyond, we advocate for fair treatment, dignity, and compassion for all seafarers.

Find A Chaplain

More than a service — it’s a community of care

Our presence in the Fremantle outer harbour of Kwinana is to ensure no seafarer ever feels forgotten. Whether a seafarer is in port for a few hours or a few days, we create a sense of family, belonging, and safety—a place where they can reconnect, reflect, and rest. Interested in supporting our work?