Aussie tourists rescued from NZ lake
Two Australian tourists have been rescued from a lake on New Zealand's North Island after they they misjudged a walking track.
Police search and rescue teams were called in and authorities said the tourists didn't realise the route on the shores of Lake Tarawera, near Rotorua was one-way and required a boat ride to get back to the start.
The pair, which included a man in his 70s, phoned family saying they were having trouble on the track, prompting a call to police.
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Lake Tarawera on New Zealand's North Island. (File) Stuff
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Coastguard, two police search and rescue members and two Land Search & Rescue members were dispatched to locate the pair.
Senior Constable John Fredericksen said the pair were found "a little wet but very happy for the assistance".
They were aware of the weather conditions, but lacked adequate clothing, he said.
Fortunately, the older man was able to find refuge in a tent a family had left behind, while the younger of the two had climbed uphill to gain reception.
NZ Police urged those planning a day walk or overnight hike to look at the Land Safety Code before setting off.
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