Tributes are pouring in for a Kiwi surfer who went missing after facing trouble at a popular surf spot in Western Australia. Aaron Beveridge, 47, has not been found yet, and the search has been called off indefinitely by local authorities. Originally from New Plymouth, Beveridge was seen struggling in the water at Surfers Point in Prevelly, Margaret River, last Friday. Unfortunately, the tough conditions made it impossible for other surfers to assist him.
Margaret River, located around 300km south of Perth, became the center of an emergency search operation that had to be halted over the weekend due to bad weather. Beveridge’s father took to social media to share the heartbreaking news of his son’s disappearance. The community is devastated by the loss of a beloved surfer, father, and friend.
Beveridge leaves behind a 14-year-old son in Margaret River and two adult daughters in New Zealand. His mother, still living in New Zealand, expressed her anguish on social media, calling it a mother’s worst nightmare. The circumstances of Beveridge’s disappearance, with his surfboard found in a concerning position before his leg rope snapped, have left many in shock.
Friends and acquaintances remember Beveridge as a great person with a calm presence, always ready to help others. The community mourns the loss of a familiar face at the beach and skate park in the Margaret River region. The absence of his car and beloved dog in the parking lot serves as a painful reminder of his absence.
As the search for Aaron Beveridge remains on hold, the outpouring of tributes and messages of support continues to grow. The impact of his disappearance has been deeply felt by those who knew him, both in Australia and New Zealand. The surfing community, in particular, has been shaken by the loss of one of their own.
Benjamin Plummer, a journalist based in Auckland, has been following this developing story closely. His coverage of the events surrounding Aaron Beveridge’s disappearance sheds light on the impact of such a tragedy on the tight-knit surfing community and the families involved. The search for answers continues as loved ones hold onto hope for closure in the midst of this heartbreaking situation.