Body found at Auckland's Point Chevalier beach

A body was found on Pt Chevalier beach this morning. Photo / file

A body has been found at a central Auckland beach.

Police are at Point Chevalier Beach after a member of the public made the discovery while out on the morning walk, about 6.40am.

A part of the beach and surrounding area has been cordoned off as police work to establish the circumstances of the death, a police spokeswoman said.

"A family member of the deceased was present at the time officers arrived and is being supported by police."