Off-duty lifeguards rescue swimmer at Piha Beach

Wednesday 21 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 3 reports · updated Wed 21 May 2025, 5:28pm

Two off-duty lifeguards rescued a 26-year-old man from the water at Piha Beach on Wednesday morning. After spotting the swimmer in trouble, the lifeguards alerted others and activated a search and rescue squad. The man was taken to hospital following the rescue.

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1. RNZWed 21 May 2025, 3:25pm

   Swimmer saved by off-duty lifeguards at Piha Beach (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 21 May 2025, 4:23pm

   Piha beach rescue: Off-duty lifeguards save drowning man from surf (opens in new tab)

3. StuffWed 21 May 2025, 5:28pm

   Two off-duty lifeguards save swimmer at Auckland beach (opens in new tab)