KARA-KALINGA on Cowan Creek NSW in 2007.

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The saloon and helm position on KARA-KALINGA

The view from the saloon looking aft on KARA-KALINGA

An advertisment used during 1948 in Seacraft magazines for the 36 footers.

Kara Kalinga

Vessel numberHV000255

Vessel Registration Number1948N

Official Number191176

Designer Lars Halvorsen Sons Pty Ltd (1924 -)

Builder Lars Halvorsen Sons Pty Ltd (1924 -)

Date1948

DimensionsVessel Dimensions: 10.97 m x 10.97 m x 3.51 m x 0.91 m, 14.76 tonnes (35.99 ft x 35.99 ft x 11.5 ft x 2.99 ft, 15 tons)

DescriptionCompleted in September 1948 with Job Number 919 KARA KALINGA followed KAITUNA, the first of the type built after World War II and launched in July 1948.

The vessel's original name was KARA KA, but its owner Sydney Tyler was requested by the authorities to change the name because it was already in use by another registered vessel. Tyler simply added 'linga' to create the new name.

The hull is planked in oregon, painted white with a varnished superstructure, the standard Halvorsen finish. It was launched with a twin Morris petrol engine installation, the normal configuration for the vessels.

KARA KALINGA was renamed FREYA for a period, probably during the 1950s when it was based on the Gippsland Lakes in Victoria. It has remained in private ownership and has always been used as a recreational vessel.
SignificanceKARA KALINGA is a 36 foot (10.97 m) standard cruiser built in 1948 by Lars Halvorsen Son's firm for private use. It represents a medium-sized Halvorsen motor cruiser, one of the main types used in their hire fleet. It was the third of the 36 footers built.