Police locate dinghy in search for missing man
Police have this morning located the tender (dinghy) belonging to missing Waiheke Island man Erno Bedo.
The tender 'Holly' was spotted by members of the public on the east side of Motutapu Island around 9:15am, and has been recovered by officers from the Police Maritime Unit.
Mr Bedo, 73, remains missing, and the search continues today with assistance from Navy search specialists.
The Police National Dive Squad are en route to Oneroa Bay, and will begin searching later today, weather permitting.
Police are again appealing for any sightings of Mr Bedo.
If you have any information which may be useful for Police, please contact 105 and quote file number 210528/2026.
Any urgent sightings of Mr Bedo can be reported to 111.
We are grateful to those members of the public who have provided information so far.
Lest we forget...
On this ANZAC Day, let's take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
Tell us who are you honouring today. Whether it's a story from the battlefield or a memory of a family member who fought in the war, we'd love you to share your stories below.
Poll: Does the building consent process need to change?
We definitely need homes that are fit to live in but there are often frustrations when it comes to getting consent to modify your own home.
Do you think changes need made to the current process for building consent? Share your thoughts below.
Type 'Not For Print' if you wish your comments to be excluded from the Conversations column of your local paper.
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91.4% Yes
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8.3% No
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0.3% Other - I'll share below!
Roger Hall's latest play at Circa Theatre
Roger Hall is back! With his latest comedy, End of Summer Time.
Experience Sir Roger Hall's End of Summer Time, the third instalment of the lovable character Dickie Hart, starring Gavin Rutherford.
Dickie Hart is told by wife Glenda they have to move from Wellington to Auckland. How will Dickie cope with apartment living, meeting new people, Covid lockdown, getting a new driver's licence…and possibly even having to support The Blues?
"Once again, clever Sir Roger Hall strikes comedy gold…End of Summer Time is a great night out. Don’t miss it!”
- Ross Jolly, Director.
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