The surges of the May 1960 Chile tsunami flooded Gisborne Harbour, and did widespread damage around the surrounding coast.
Don Ross, harbour master at Whitianga, describes the effects of the tsunami.
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Tairawhiti Museum, Te Whare Taonga O Te Tairawhiti
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