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R.M.S. Maitai
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The 1892 built, 3400 tons steamship R.M.S. Maitai struck the reef outside Avarua Harbour on Christmas Day 1916. After over 100 years of resting just below the surf zone, the wreck is now part of the reef. The wreckage is scattered over a large area. Depth 10 metres
The superstructure is still visible as well as the rudder, drive shaft, various boilers and of course the engine block, which sticks out of the water and defies the elements.
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