TARANUI
The above photos were taken by Pam Cundy & George Emtage in early January 2010 at Fitzroy on Great Barrier Island.
Looks a pretty launch with a good amount of cabin space.
What more do we know about her?
Harold Kidd Input
She was designed by Bob Salthouse and built by Salthouse Bros in 1966 as PETALYN. She had a Lees Marine Ford 2700E installed in 1989 and is planked in totara. Recent owners (probably still) were Murray and Christine Hood. First owner was G. Henwood.
19-01-2016 Photos at Gt Barrier (Jan 2016) ex Alan Sexton
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My father Richard owned this in partnership 1/3 with Murray in late 90’s early 2000’s.
I spent most of my early childhood sailing around the Hauraki with my two brothers (3 boys and 2 adults). I have many fond memories of her and wonder where she is now.
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Does anyone know where Taranui is moored? We grew up going on this boat and would love to check it out
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Waitamata woodys .amazing site iv just this morning found !
Im the current owner of taranui .bought her off murray hood and co 2002 there abouts.
Had and having many adventures .
These pics were last summer in fitzroy playing with dolphins .
Taranui is in the whau river at present.
Petalyn is interesting as thats my mother and her bothers name whom in 66 were living next to where taranui sits today .
Still running the magic little ford 2700e.
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First owner G. Henwood.
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I’ve always liked this boat and shared anchorages with her several times. She was designed by Bob Salthouse and built by Salthouse Bros in 1966 as PETALYN. She had a Lees Marine Ford 2700E installed in 1989 and is planked in totara. Recent owners (probably still) were Murray and Christine Hood.
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