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'If we can't hear you we can't rescue you' - Preparation a factor in survival of capsized Auckland boaties

By Wiremu Clarke
January 13, 2018

Rescuers were happy to see the boaties had the necessary gear and hopes the message will get through to others. (Source: Other)

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