A homicide investigation was launched following the man’s death after he was transported to hospital at around 4.20am.
The victim can now be named as 67-year-old Wayne Tamahori Dewes.
Police are supporting the family of the deceased at this difficult time.
A scene guard remains at the address and Police hope to release the scene later today.
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