Source: New Zealand Police
Attribute to Inspector Sally Patrick:
A rāhui is in place at Te Mata Peak, Havelock North, following the death of a person yesterday afternoon.
Police were called to an incident at the summit around 2.30pm, where sadly one person was found deceased at the scene.
Police are supporting the person’s whanau and the members of the public who were present during the incident.
Local mana whenua has blessed the area, and the park has been closed with a rāhui in place.
The rāhui will be in place until 6am Tuesday 17 November.
The death has been referred to the Coroner.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/11/15/rahui-following-sudden-death-te-mata-peak-havelock-north/