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Memorial to tragedy brings two communities together

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The underwater shipwreck of the SS Ventnor, which sank off New Zealand's northern coast

The underwater shipwreck of the SS Ventnor, which sank off New Zealand's northern coast Source: AAP

A 119 year old shipwreck has formed a unique bond between New Zealand's Maori and Chinese communities.

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A 119 year old shipwreck has formed a unique bond between New Zealand's Maori and Chinese communities.

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