The incident took place near Manapouri. File photoWorkSafe is investigating after the death of a person in a rockfall accident near Manapouri, in Fiordland National Park, yesterday. A police spokesperson said emergency services were notified about the accident, which involved a party of three, about 12:50pm. ''Police worked with RCCNZ and local pilots to reach the group and safely recover the deceased.'' WorkSafe has confirmed an investigation is under way into the incident.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 21, 2021 04:41 UTC