The allure of the General Grant and heritage value

The real treasure hidden in the wrecks of some 2500 ships buried along New Zealand's coasts isn't jewels or gold bars - but the stories of the people who were on board

There are concerns divers are plundering one of New Zealand's famous shipwrecks. Are they treasure-hunting pirates, or just amateur souvenir-seekers?

Guest:

• Garth MacIntyre

Learn more:

• Stuff story on divers getting away with crockery at historic Mahia shipwreck
• Information about the sinking of the Tasmania
• RNZ's award-winning podcast on Kelly Tarlton

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