Brian and Thelma Lowndes: oral history collection

Brian and (Irene) Thelma Lowndes, long-time Eastbourne residents with many community involvements, talk about the Wahine disaster, 10 April 1968 and various Eastbourne identities.  Brian recounts his involvement in rescuing Wahine passengers and crew beyond Burdans Gate. He also recounts the involvement of his late brother, Des Lowndes, also a rescuer and member of the Eastbourne Volunteer Fire Brigade. Thelma relates local stories and her impression of the day and Brian's role.