A body has been recovered during the second day of a search for a missing kayaker at Waihi Beach.
While formal identification of the body is ongoing, Police believe it to be the body of the missing man, who was last seen on Tuesday.
The man, and kayak, were brought to shore with the help of the Royal New Zealand Navy and Coastguard Whangamata just before 3pm.
“The search, which began at approximately 5.40 last night, ran through the evening and included assistance from the Police Eagle Helicopter.
“Our thoughts are with the man’s friends and loved ones at this difficult time.”
