The Coroner has authorised Police to release the name of the man found deceased in the Waikato River at Ng¨¡ruaw¨¡hia on 13 October.
He was Phillip Tawera, 59, of Hamilton.
The Coroner is investigating the circumstances of his death and will release a finding in due course.
This is a tragic outcome and our thoughts are with Mr Tawera's family and friends at this time.
ENDS