Three people rescued from Whiritoa rocks after being caught by surf

Thursday 13 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 13 Nov 2025, 2:36pm

In this story Fire and Emergency New Zealand, NZ Police, Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter

Three people were winched to safety at Whiritoa Beach on Thursday morning after being caught by heavy surf and an incoming tide. The group included a photographer who was swept into the water while attempting to document the scene.

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1. Waikato TimesThu 13 Nov 2025, 12:28pm

   Hunt for perfect rescue shot goes terribly wrong (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldThu 13 Nov 2025, 2:36pm

   Helicopter winches three to safety after Whiritoa Beach rescue (opens in new tab)