Rāhui placed at Waipu following river death

Source: New Zealand Police (National News)

Patuharakeke Kaumātua have placed a rāhui at Waipu after the death of a woman at the Waipu River mouth yesterday.

The rāhui extends from the Waipu Boat Club out to the Waipu River mouth,  and from Uretiti – Tip Rd to Waipu Cove extending out 5km seaward.

As a sign of respect the community is asked to refrain from ocean-based activities in this area at this time.

This rāhui is in place until 12pm, Wednesday 4 December.

ENDS

Issued by Police Media Centre