Body located in search for missing hang glider - Mid North Coast

Tuesday, 28 October 2025 10:23:51 AM

A man’s body has been located during a search for a hang glider missing in the state’s north.

Emergency services were called to Lakeside Crescent, Elizabeth Beach, about 4pm Sunday (26 October 2025), following reports a hang glider was missing.

Officers attached to Manning/Great Lakes Police District were told a 59-year-old man had launched off Lindemans Point; however, was believed to have lost altitude.

A multi-agency search commenced with assistance from Marine Area Command, Surf Lifesaving NSW, Marine Rescue NSW, Fire and Rescue NSW, Rural Fire Service, NSW Ambulance and Toll Ambulance Rescue conducting an aerial search.

The search resumed this morning and, about 9.20am (Tuesday 28 October 2025), the body of a man was located by police divers in the waters off Elizabeth Beach.

While yet to be formally identified, the body is believed to be that of the missing man.

A report will be prepared for the Coroner.

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