Ratanui

LAUNCH YEAR: 1928 (possibly 1910-14)
LENGTH: 32'
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BUILDER:
OWNER:  Ian Waite

Plate on Board indicates 1928, but some feel a 1910-1914 date more likely. 32’ Kauri launch. She has a ford D-series diesel approx. 1990 4.3 litre truck motor.  Unknown designers and builders, possibly Bailey & Lowe or Lanes. Ian bought her from Alistair Austin, previous lake owners were Guy & Jess Nelson. Rumors of being in Tauranga at some stage of her life.