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Canoeists draw up on the harbour channel waters to hear the Mayor, Mr Barker (right) extend a welcome.

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Listening to the speeches. The only female contestant, Miss Dooney, of Palmerston North, is seen at left.

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The fishery protection launch Paea passes down channel. It was recalled to area to search for lost trawler, the Sea Hawk.

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Far ahead of all other rivals, T. Dooney, Palmerston North (the New Zealand champion), left, puts his head down as he tries to catch B. L. Harper (Australian champion), at right. Harper gasps for breath as he struggles to hold his lead.

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Over the finish line, Harper lies back exhausted. He won by a second.

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Dooney and a relief canoe hurry over to assist the Aussie. He made a quick recovery.
(For senior slalom race pictures see last issue).