Crew of Huntress was rescued after it struck an unidentified object during the race, with 40-foot vessel left to drift at sea
Photograph: Aboriginal Land Council of TasmaniaPhotograph: Aboriginal Land Council of TasmaniaA yacht abandoned at sea after suffering damage in the Sydney to Hobart race has washed up on a remote Tasmanian island, where authorities will attempt a salvage mission.
The yacht was left to drift at sea and has washed up near Christmas Beach on Cape Barren Island in Bass Strait. It confirmed later on Wednesday the yacht had beached on Cape Barren Island and salvage attempts would be made on Saturday.“We’re hoping salvage is swift, safe and successful as she poses a risk [to] remote and pristine country,” the organisation said.Huntress was forced to retire from the Sydney to Hobart race after setting off from the New South Wales capital on Boxing Day.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Man charged with shooting murder of escaped prisoner north of HobartA 20-year-old man is charged with the murder of 26-year-old Nicholas Scott, who escaped prison custody at the Royal Hobart Hospital late on Monday night and was found shot dead hours later.
Read more »
Sydney couple evicted after allegedly stealing $60,000 worth of parcels from their neighboursA man and a woman will face a Sydney court today after allegedly stealing a strange collection of items from their neighbours, including ammunition, bikes and collectible toys.
Read more »
Sydney man critical after crashing e-scooter while not wearing helmetFirst responders are 'gobsmacked' people are riding electric bikes and scooters without helmets, after a man was almost killed in Sydney's south. The rider collided with a taxi, before becoming trapped under the vehicle. WesternWilson9 9News MORE:
Read more »
Sydney man critical after crashing e-scooter while not wearing helmetNSW Ambulance attended the scene of a e-scooter and taxi crash on Bay Street and The Grand Parade in Brighton Le Sands about 1am.
Read more »
Sydney couple evicted after allegedly stealing $60,000 worth of parcels from their neighboursA man and a woman will face a Sydney court today after allegedly stealing a strange collection of items from their neighbours, including ammunition, bikes and collectible toys.
Read more »