The body found on Sunday morning in the Hauraki Gulf is believed to be that of the missing jetski fisherman.
No formal identification of the body found near Shag Island, near Waiheke Island, has taken place, but police believe the body belongs to the fisherman. He set out on his jet ski on Saturday and failed to return.
"Police would like to extend their thanks to everyone who has assisted with the search and our condolences go out to his whānau," a spokesperson said.
The death will now be referred to the Coroner.
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