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Fishing Family's Overnight Trip Hits Snag with Lost Phone
8/30/2025
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Story summary
- A fishing family faced a mishap on their first overnight trip in the Hokitika Trench when a phone fell overboard.
- The son, diving in Wairarapa, is unaware of the incident.
- The father, Butterfield, is optimistic about recovering the waterproof phone and is addressing his son's bank card issues.
- They intend to reconnect with fellow fishermen after their return.
