Interim name suppression has been granted for the third person arrested in relation to the murder of a Bay of Plenty man.

A 34-year-old man appeared in Tauranga District Court today charged with murder.

This follows the earlier arrest of two men, also charged with murder, says a police spokesperson.

All three have been arrested following a homicide investigation into the death of 48-year-old Mark Hohua in Whakatāne.

Mark died in hospital early on June 19 from injuries sustained the previous evening.

During today's court appearance, the third co-accused appeared before Judge Louis Bidois.

No bail application was sought and he was remanded in custody until his next appearance on July 20.

Police continue to investigate Mark's murder and are asking for people with information to come forward.

"Police would like to reiterate an appeal for anyone who has information about how Mr Hohua sustained his injuries, to come forward to Police on 105 and quote file 220618/2962."

Information can also be provided anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111 or http://www.crimestoppers-nz.org