MYSTERY WOODEN CRAFT – KERIKERI FLOOD + COOL DOCKSIDE EVENT

Todays woody photo comes to us from the Far North District Library collection via Dean Wright. The photographer being Gary Strongman (Northern Advocate).

The location is Kerikeri and is dated March 1981 and is tagged ‘post Kerikeri Flood’.

In the photo we see  ‘modernist’ launch coming to the aid of what appears to be a partially submerged boat. Both craft have reg numbers visible so probably workboats – the launch # could be ND 2524 and the submerged at a guess AK ?756 0r ?758.

Can we ID the boats.

INPUT EX GARY MATHESON– Hi, the vessels in the photo of the Keri Keri flood are the Chante and the Zita. Both were commercial fishing at the time. The Zita was a 28ft mullety and the Chante was owned by the Strongmans.

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO NEXT SUNDAY (20-07-2025)

Come along to the OPEN DAY at OBC marina – details below.

Things to see, do, eat and drink:

• Classic Boats – On berths and trailers, including visiting vessels from Waitemata Woodys.
• Marama – Kohimarama Yacht Club’s beautifully restored, solar-powered committee boat.
• Amphibious Action – See Haines Hunter’s Overlander boat in action on our ramps.
• Special Cars & Motorbikes – A unique display of vintage and specialty vehicles.
• Clubhouse Open – Explore our clubrooms and learn about fascinating Motuihe Island.
• Kai Ika and Auckland Council’s Marine Biosecurity trailer.
• Meet Biosecurity sniffer dogs (if they haven’t been called out to a job).
• Delicious eats – Grab a bite from the Mexican food truck and ice creams. The bar will be open and there will be a coffee cart.
• Fun for kids – Bouncy castle and children’s activities.
• Self-Guided Treasure Hunt – Take a walk around . Get a great prize at the end (includes 5L dry bag, 200 to be won).