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One diver dies in Far North, another is rescued - NZ Herald
A man who surfaced from a dive at Matapia Island near Ninety Mile Beach died at the scene despite efforts to revive him.
The incident happened about 11am on Saturday.
A police spokeswoman said the diver was found unconscious and was given first aid but the 47-year-old man died.
Emergency services, including Search and Rescue were at the scene.
The death will be referred to the coroner.
The Te Aupōuri kaumātua on Saturday placed a rāhui from Waipakaru to Te Paki Stream for three days.