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Elsie Evans – Timaru’s first pilot boat

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Posted on August 6, 2013 by Alan Houghton - waitematawoodys.com founder

ELSIE EVANS

Check out this 2011 mini movie by Simon East backgrounding the history & restoration of the ‘Elsie Evans’, the 1902 Charles Bailey Jnr. built Timaru pilot boat. Some stunning footage of the Otago Harbour.

Then read the posting above for more details + relaunch photos.

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