On Sunday 15 February 2004 at about 1655, the coastal passenger and freight ferry "Arahura" rolled heavily while altering course to enter Wellington Harbour. Damage was sustained to several vehicles on the car and rail decks and to 3 electronic games machines on the passenger decks. Injuries sustained by the passengers were confined to minor scrapes and contusions.
Safety issues identified included:
· securing of vehicular cargo on car and rail decks
· securing of heavy items of equipment in passenger accessible areas
In view of the safety actions taken by Tranz Rail Limited and the development of Maritime Rule Part 24B Carriage of cargoes – stowage and securing, and a New Zealand standard for lashing points on road vehicles, no safety recommendations have been made.
