Rescuers among three dead after yacht sinks off Australian coast
Volunteer rescuers aged 78 and 62 died after their boat rolled during "treacherous" conditions.
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"These two men were serving their local community and have made the ultimate sacrifice to help others."
— Todd Andrews , Other
"We need to remember and reflect on the heroic actions of this crew overnight."
— Joe McNulty , Other
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Volunteer rescuers aged 78 and 62 died after their boat rolled during "treacherous" conditions.
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