The cluster of rocks that is Barrett Reef (often known as Barrett's Reef) is one of the most hazardous reefs in New Zealand.
It lies on the western side of the entrance of Wellington Harbour, on the approaches to the city of Wellington, at coordinates 41°21′9″S 174°50′6″E / 41.3525°S 174.835°E / -41.3525; 174.835Coordinates: 41°21′9″S 174°50′6″E / 41.3525°S 174.835°E / -41.3525; 174.835. The reef is named after Richard (Dicky) Barrett (1807–1847), a whaler and trader. Its Maori name is Tangihanga-a-Kupe. It is popular with recreational underwater divers.
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