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Name Released of Ruakākā Kayaker

14 Aug 2025 2:15 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Police have named Matthew George Taylor as the kayaker who died in Ruakākā. The 29-year-old local man leaves behind a partner and three young children. A rāhui had been placed on the Ruakākā River.

Law Enforcement Social Issues Ruakākā Matthew George Taylor New Zealand Police drowning kayaking Coroner Patuharakeke