A BOOK detailing how local Toby Henson turned the old paddle steamer The Pyap into a river icon was launched on Wednesday at the Horseshoe Bend Wharf, Pioneer Settlement.

Edited by John Ward, ‘Toby Henson and The Pyap’, has a lengthy interview with Mr Henson, and never before seen photos.

He interviewed Mr Henson in 2020.

"It's been a labour of love for almost four years," Mr Ward said.

Mr...