A training day for Port Stephens Marine Rescue turned into a rescue operation yesterday when a small runabout required rescue in open waters,
The boat in distress was adrift about 3 nautical miles off Broughton Island and needed help getting back into Little Beach boat ramp.
Port Stephens 31 established a tow and headed back in, cleverly maneuvering around a yacht race that was in full swing at the time.
The vessel was returned safety to shore.