Jaden Chhayrann drowned on a school trip to Waihī Beach in February 2020. Photo / SuppliedA high school has avoided a WorkSafe prosecution after a student drowned while on a trip to Waihī. The 17-year-old got caught in a rip while going for a swim on a geography trip with his Melville High School class at Waihī Beach on February 21, 2020. "Melville High School deeply regrets the tragic incident." On the first day, activities were held at Bowentown, at the south end of Waihī beach, and at the northern end the next day.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 29, 2022 03:30 UTC