Disasters By Emily W Nov 18, 1947 Ballantynes Fire Disaster 41 people died Dec 24, 1953 Tangawai Disaster 151 people died Apr 10, 1968 Whahine Disaster 51 people died Nov 28, 1979 Air NZ flight 901 Disaster 237 people died Jul 10, 1985 Sinking of the Rainbow Warrior 1 person died