Queensland kayaker rescued off Moreton Island

A Queensland kayaker has been rescued after running into trouble and drifting out to sea today near Moreton Island, north of Brisbane.

Emergency services pulled the man to safety a short time ago after his kayak was swamped. It is believed he spent more than two hours bobbing in the water after running into trouble.

It is believed he had been kayaking between Moreton and North Stradbroke Island.