Tag: water_rescue

Search Continues for Missing Man and Vehicle Near Warkworth

23 Jan 2026 4:44 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

Search efforts are winding down for the day around the Mahurangi River as authorities continue to search for a man and his vehicle missing since Wednesday.

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Public Praised After Water Rescue at Pine Harbour

11 Aug 2025 4:32 p.m. · Source: New Zealand Police

A member of the public is being praised by police after they rescued a woman in distress at Pine Harbour Marina, averting a potential tragedy. Police and Coastguard also assisted.

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