A missing hiker in Tararua Forest Park has walked out this morning, shortly after police announced they would be resuming the search with a helicopter.
Police confirmed the man is safe and well.
He was reported missing after failing to return from a day hike at 6.30pm yesterday, and a LandSAR team was deployed soon after.
They resumed their search early this morning, with helicopters deployed to assist, as well as an additional LandSAR team accompanied by dog units.
