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Jane Gifford back on the water

Local Matters

December 11, 2017 12:00am

Local Matters


Dec 11, 2017 12:00am

The Warkworth scow Jane Gifford is once again running cruises on the Mahurangi River, following a long delay in the issue of its annual Certificate of Compliance. A one-hour cruise will be run on Wednesday, December 27 and a two-hour cruise to Mahurangi Harbour the following day, followed by a selection of different cruises throughout January and February. The historic sailing vessel can carry up to 100 passengers.

Info: janegifford.org.nz

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