New Trawler Dedicated

Watties Canneries' new trawler, the Wainui II, was dedicated and christened on July 4.

Of all steel construction and 70 feet long, the boat is also equipped for purse seine fishing.

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The new vessel in the inner harbour.

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Mrs G. J. Wattie about to christen the Wainui II in the traditional fashion.

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Mr G. J. Wattie speaking at the ceremony

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Canon J. R. Maclean dedicating the vessel