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  •   Home > News > National > Upper North Island

    The trio onboard a boat that capsized off the coast of South Taranaki, are believed to have all been wearing lifejackets

    The trio onboard a boat that capsized off the coast of South Taranaki, are believed to have all been wearing lifejackets


    Two people died after the boat got into trouble about 10am yesterday - about 200 metres off Patea.

    One is believed to be a child.

    A third person was taken to hospital.

    Police say they've recovered the boat, which will be examined as part of their investigation.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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