Subj : Shotover Jet apologises after boats disrupt Anzac ceremony
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From : News
Date : Fri Apr 26 2024 12:37 pm

The owners of the Shotover Jet have apologised "unreservedly" after their
boats disrupted an Anzac Day service in Queenstown yesterday morning.


Locals gathered on the Edith Cavell Bridge to commemorate those who have
served but were disturbed by the sound of the tourist boats operating on the
river below.


Several attendees took to social media to blast the company for continuing to
run boats while the ceremony took place.


"Totally disrespectful, they should know better," one commenter said.


"We apologise unreservedly for the disturbance our boats created during
today's Anzac ceremony on the Edith Cavell bridge," said Donald Boyer,
business manager - Tumu Pakihi, Shotover Jet.


"We are investigating our processes as we believe we should have done better.


"We are deeply disappointed at what has occurred and will ensure we halt
operations for future Anzac ceremonies.


"I can confirm our staff were approached about a collection box and said we
were happy to have one on our premises."


Queenstown RSA has been approached for comment.

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