MYSTERY LAUNCH 23-08-23
Today we have another woody from Sue Rivington’s family album. Photo most likely taken by her grandfather – George Hyaulason.
Looks to be around 32’ in length and her hull design looks familiar – fingers crossed Nathan Herbert can ID the launch.
The ‘eye-brow’ on the forward edge of the cabin top is a perfect example of the difference they can make to the appearance of a launch – and even the davits are a good look – very salty both get my tick 🙂
INPUT ex Nathan Herbert – I’d like to say it’s Boucher’s boat, the Baby Lu, with altered windows (pre or post racing era I’m not sure). Furthermore, I’ll add that I think she may be the present/recent ‘Waratah’. https://waitematawoodys.com/2023/03/16/waratah-needs-a-new-home/
Waitemata Woodys Gear Update
Start saving your pennies – we have just ordered another run of the WW canvas caps – these ones are now the #1 selling WW crew gear.
And after years of hearing “where are the WW flags” we have pushed the green light on production – 100% canvas, printed both sides with the Waitemata Woodys logo (below) using old-school screen printing method (long lasting) and pennant shaped.
Ordering details soon – in time for Fathers Day 🙂


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George Hyauison of Herne Bay owned the 32 footer DAPHNE in 1937 for what that’s worth (and the Collings & Bell RONAKI in 1942).
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Furthermore, I’ll add that I think she may be the present/recent ‘Waratah’.
Good call https://waitematawoodys.com/2023/03/16/waratah-needs-a-new-home/ Alan H
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Re the burgee(s) ….. as some pointed out in the survey; one woody, two woodies
……seriously? spelling is so last century…………. Alan H
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I’d like to say it’s Boucher’s boat, the Baby Lu, with altered windows(pre or post racing era I’m not sure).
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The shearline at the bow looks a bit Sam Fordish to me & my dad’s JULIANA (by Ford), had the little “eyebrow” on her tram top, & dodger, originally. — KEN R
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