Elderly man found in NSW bushland

An elderly man has been found in bushland on the NSW south coast nearly 24 hours after going missing from his Hyams Beach home.

Graham Sawbridge, 76, was found just before 11am on Monday.

His family reported him missing on Sunday when he failed to return from a walk.

He was checked by paramedics and allowed to return home.

Police thanked SES volunteers who helped in the search.