Engine problem – 02/04/2018 – 16:36 to 17:50

A boat reported SE of Whale Is with an engine problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane.  6 POB.  There was an outgoing tide, 1 meter swell and a 13kt wind from the North.  Whakatane Rescue was tasked to assist and the boat was towed back to Whakatane.