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Ethan James

Bungled Bass Strait ferry arrives in Australian waters

The Spirit of Tasmania IV ferry has arrived at Fremantle after a lengthy journey from Scotland. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

A new 212m-long Bass Strait ferry involved in a port bungle dubbed the nation's biggest infrastructure stuff-up has arrived in Australian waters. 

Spirit of Tasmania IV, one of two replacement vessels, won't be operational until late 2026, years behind schedule, because the island state government hasn't yet built a berth.

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