Trawler sinks off Moturekareka Island in Kawau Bay – warning for boaties to watch out for debris

Two fishermen have been rescued after their trawler rapidly sank near Kawau Island. The trawler was returning home when its skipper reported the vessel taking on water off Moturekareka Island, in Kawau Bay north of Auckland. The fishermen turned the vessel towards the nearest land to investigate but the boat sank before they could do any more.Kawau Volunteer Coastguard crew was alerted at 8.49pm yesterday and launched within 35 minutes, thanks to a quick response from volunteers. The Coastguard unit transferred the fishermen from the yacht to a waiting trawler, with both men shocked but unharmed. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 10:41

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