Luggers were also used in the pearling industry in the waters off the north and north-western coasts of [[Australia]], where their ability to stay in one spot whilst the divers were at work on the ocean floor below was invaluable. These days they can be part of the local “tourist experience”. | Luggers were also used in the pearling industry in the waters off the north and north-western coasts of [[Australia]], where their ability to stay in one spot whilst the divers were at work on the ocean floor below was invaluable. These days they can be part of the local “tourist experience”. |