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The Tararua Tragedy/The Turakina's Last Round

Paul explores the sinking of the SS Tararua at Waipapa Point near Foveaux Strait, considered the worst maritime event in NZ history. Paul also explores the sinking of the NZ Shipping Company freighter Turakina which sunk 500km off the coast of Taranaki on 20th August 1940.

English
  • Originally Aired January 22, 2000
  • Runtime 25 minutes
  • Network New Zealand TVNZ
  • Created July 30, 2022 by
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  • Modified July 30, 2022 by
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