Police can confirm a child has died in a water-related incident at the Mangamate Waterfall, on the Whirinaki River ¨C inland from Minginui in Te Urewera.
Emergency crews and a helicopter attended after receiving a report just before 2.45pm.
Attempts were made to resuscitate the child however sadly they died at the scene.
Police extends its condolences to wh¨¡nau and loved ones.
Police are making enquiries on behalf of the coroner.
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Issued by Police Media Centre