After its voyage from Port Macquarie across the Tasman Sea, the largest rescue vessel in the Marine Rescue NSW fleet, Lord Howe 40, has arrived at its new home base on Lord Howe Island.
The boat will be the island community’s first dedicated rescue vessel, with local volunteers to start training on board in coming weeks, ready for the start of operations early in the new year.
Photos: Brad Whittaker
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