Black Sanders carrying their equipment to their claim on the North Beach at Okarito,1932.

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DescriptionBeach-combers carrying their equipment to their claim on the North Beach at Okarito, South Westland. The finest gold is secured from black sand washed up on the beach during heavy storms.

Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections AWNS-19321005-47-01
PhotographerAuckland Weekly NewsDate of Photo1932-10-05Map^[1]External LinkAUCKLAND LIBRARYContributorHeather Newby

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Location (city or town)OkaritoEventBeach-combers carrying their equipment to their claim on the North Beach at Okarito,1932.

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Black Sanders carrying their equipment to their claim on the North Beach at Okarito,1932.

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