Tauranga Police are seeking information after a yellow wave ski was found floating near Mount Maunganui.

A member of Mount Maunganui Surf Club called Police after sighting the vessel around 1pm this afternoon.

The wave ski was floating between Rabbit Island and the beach off Marine Parade.

Lifeguards were deployed to search the area.

The wave ski is yellow on top, with black and yellow stripes running lengthways on the hull and appears be in a worn condition.

Anyone with information or whoever owns the wave ski is asked to call Tauranga Police on 07 5774300. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.