There are concerns for a man missing who hasn't returned from a fishing trip near Auckland with police launching a search operation.
Police Inspector Jason Homan said the man left on his jet ski from the Kawakawa Bay boat ramp on Saturday but has failed to return.
"Police will be searching the area today, with the assistance of Police Maritime Section, Police Eagle helicopter and a Coastguard fixed-wing plane," Homan said.
Police are urging members of the public on the water in the Kawakawa Bay and Firth of Thames area on Sunday to be vigilant and report any sightings of the jet ski, floating debris, or fishing equipment.
"Anyone who can provide information about sightings is asked to mark down the GPS coordinates and contact Coastguard Radio or call *500.
"Information can also be provided to Police on 111 using event number P051789739."
