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Person dies after 'water-related incident' at Auckland's Piha

October 24, 2023
Police told 1News emergency services responded to the incident around 6.47pm.

Police told 1News emergency services responded to the incident around 6.47pm. (Source: 1News)

One person has died following a "water-related incident" at Auckland's Piha Beach yesterday evening.

Police told 1News emergency services responded to the incident around 6.47pm.

"Our thoughts are with their family," police said in a statement.

"The death will be referred to the coroner."

Labour weekend marked the beginning of patrol season for Surf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ).

SLSNZ chief executive Steve Fisher said it was due to be a busy season ahead for lifeguards as summer approaches.

"We want everyone to enjoy the beach with us. Our surf lifeguards across the country are a friendly, approachable presence. We're there to keep you and your whānau safe," he said.

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