There has been a sudden death at waterfalls in Whakamarama on Sunday afternoon.

Police received a report at 1.40pm of a sudden death at the waterfalls near Work Road, Whakamarama.

Police have only just arrived at the scene about 2.20pm and are working to determine the circumstances.

Further details will be provided when they come to hand.

At the scene? Phone 0800 SUNLIVE or email newsroom@thesun.co.nz