Police investigating the homicide of Adrian Humphreys in Tāngarākau on 7 May are continuing to search for items of interest as the investigation progresses.
"Locals will have noticed that the Police National Dive Squad and specialist search teams have been in the area recently," says Detective Senior Sergeant Gerard Bouterey.
"And while I can't disclose what they were tasked with searching for, what I can say is we are making strong progress and we now have a clear understanding of what occurred."
Police continue to keep Mr Humphreys' family up to date with progress.
"Adrian's sister Taresa has now returned home to the United Kingdom. His family are seeking justice and want those responsible held to account," says Detective Senior Sergeant Bouterey.
"We hope to be able to advise them soon that we are at that stage."
Police believe those involved in his death have told others about what happened.
"This is a large burden to bear, and we encourage those holding this information to come forward and speak with us," says Detective Senior Sergeant Bouterey.
Anyone who can help is asked to call the dedicated phone number for this case, 0800 287 453.
