Tag: hatea_river

Police Name Man Who Died in Hatea River Incident

15 Sep 2026 10:49 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

New Zealand Police have named Ryan Henry Samson, 43, of Whangārei, as the man who died after a water-related incident at Hatea River on 5 September.

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Man's Death in Hatea River Referred to Coroner

7 Sep 2026 1:12 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A man's body was found in Whangārei's Hatea River on Saturday, leading to a police investigation and referral to the Coroner. Hapū Te Parawhau has declared a three-day rahui in the area.

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