Archaeologists At Work

Excavations at the site of the old Maori settlement at Rotakura, Cable Bay, were continued by a group of young enthusiasts earl' ier this month. The expedition was led by Mr Jim Eyles, curator of the Nelson Museum (below centre). During earlier excavations, a comprehensive collection of artifacts (fish hooks, adzes and ornaments to mention a few) were unearthed. One find, while our photographer was there, was this piece of human bone (bottom left).

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Part of the group relaxes during lunch.

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If ever there was a case of bottoms up, it was here.

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Audrey and Nigel Logan were thoroughly enjoying themselves.