Taylors Mistake beach. Photo: SuppliedA person has been airlifted to hospital after falling off a cliff at Te Onepoto / Taylors Mistake, near Christchurch. They believed a boat was used to get the person to lifeguards, to then meet the rescue helicopter on land. "Sumner Coastguard and a rescue helicopter were also tasked." "Three surf lifeguards responded by IRB and rescue board, supporting a paramedic who had been winched to the location by helicopter.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 04, 2026 12:34 UTC