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Men rescued from pilot boat wreck at Point Lonsdale


published on 9 October 2023 -  3436 -

Found on YouTube. Created by "ABC News (Australia)". Originally published on 2023-10-06.
Police have performed an incredible late night rescue in one of the country's most treacherous waters, after a pilot boat ran aground at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay.
Three men, who were experts at navigating the dangerous passage, were retrieved safe and well after two hours in the water.

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