Derelict ship causes headache for Tauranga harbourmasterMATT SHAND/STUFF The trimaran sank at its mooring and posed a danger to other boaters. The Bay of Plenty Regional Council deputy harbourmaster was charged with removing the boat from the water, but does not want the ratepayer to pick up the tab. MATT SHAND/STUFF The boat was destroyed and the owner can expect a bill for the work the regional council performed. * Derelict vessel to be removed"Initial efforts to refloat the vessel that evening were unsuccessful," Deputy Harbourmaster Daniel Rapson said. "The owner is advised that regional council will be recovering all the expenses incurred in removing this wreck," Rapson said.

Source: Stuff September 14, 2017 04:52 UTC