o-surf1.jpg A pou marks the site where Kereta Tatana (24), of Ahipara, Northland, and Wharerika Popata (30), of Windsor, North Otago, died this week. Te Runanga o Moeraki has placed a rahui on the Kakanui coast where the men drowned for two weeks, as a mark of respect for the families and to acknowledge the deaths. Photo: SuppliedLocal surfers have organised a memorial paddle-out for the two men who drowned at Kakanui, North Otago, this week. Police thanked the community for their efforts in the search for the men when they confirmed the pair were dead about 8.30 that night. With a rahui in place in the area Mr Pathe had contacted Te Runanga o Moeraki, and had received approval for the memorial.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 15, 2019 15:33 UTC