Search continues for missing fisherman

Brian Stubbs (left), father of missing fisherman Nick Stubbs, awaits news of his son. Photo / Chris Gorman, Supplied

The search for a Warkworth fisherman who has been missing for more than a week is continuing.

Nick Stubbs, 22, went missing after setting off in a dinghy near Warkworth on Tuesday evening last week with 37-year-old Stewart Atutahi.

The body of Mr Atutahi, who was skippering the dinghy, was found the next day near Kawau Island, however Mr Stubbs remains missing.

Police said they are continuing to search for him.

Mr Stubbs' father Brian Stubbs has previously said his son could swim, "but not great distances".

The boat the pair left on also remains missing.

Police have described the it as a red four-metre (14 ft) fibreglass vessel with black seats, black trimmings, a black canopy, and white coloured outboard engine.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have relevant information or may have seen the boat described to please contact the Warkworth Police on 09 425 0823.