Akaroa on Banks Peninsula. File photo: Stephen JaquieryA person has died today following a water incident in Akaroa, on Banks Peninsula. A police spokesperson said they were notified at about 1.15pm that a person had been pulled from the water by the harbourmaster. CPR was reportedly administered but they were unable to be revived. Drummonds Jetty was closed while emergency services worked in the area.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 10, 2026 14:39 UTC