Former professional surfer Chris Davidson has died after he was punched in the face outside a pub north of Sydney.
Davidson fell and hit his head on the pavement after being punched, New South Wales Police said. The 45-year-old was unconscious and treated at the scene, before being transferred to Kempsey Hospital where he died.
A 42-year-old man has been arrested and charged with assault causing death. A statement from NSW Police said: "Following inquiries, a 42-year-old man was arrested at a home in South West Rocks about 12.40am and was taken to Kempsey Police Station.
