Search for missing swimmer continues on NSW far south coast

A search is continuing for a missing swimmer on the NSW far south coast.

The 42-year-old man, who is from Victoria, went for a run before a swim at 5.30pm yesterday at Gillards Beach near Tathra.

His brother alerted emergency services when he didn't return. His belongings were found on the beach.

Police as well as the SES, Marine Rescue, Surf Rescue NSW and PolAir are involved in the search.

The Westpac Life Saver Rescue Drone has also been deployed.

Weather conditions at the time the man went missing were fine with a slight northerly breeze and moderate sea-swells.