Two people and a dog rescued from sinking houseboat near Kawau

Wednesday 16 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 16 Jul 2025, 4:49pm

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The Kawau Volunteer Coastguard rescued two people and a dog after a houseboat began to sink near Kawau Island. The vessel reportedly took on water through its pontoons during stormy weather.

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1. NZ HeraldWed 16 Jul 2025, 3:49pm

   Coastguard rescues two people, dog from sinking houseboat off Kawau, north Auckland (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsWed 16 Jul 2025, 4:49pm

   Two people, dog rescued from sinking houseboat north of Auckland (opens in new tab)