Fatal shark attack: Witnesses after tragedy tell of desperate rescue efforts 7 Jan, 2021 09:57 PM 7 minutes to read Surf Life Saving New Zealand confirmed local council officials had made the decision. Otawhiwhi Marae have instated a rāhui spanning the North End of Waihi Beach down to Bowentown Heads and in harbour to Ongare, Tuapiro & Tanner Point. The rāhui prohibits the collection of shellfish and all fishing and will remain in place for a week from today (ending Jan 15th at 7am). Woke up thinking about the shark attack tragedy in Waihi yesterday. Thoughts are with the friends and family involved.— Clarke Gayford (@NZClarke) January 7, 2021