Pilot did an XLNT job of ditching at City Beach about 10 m or so off shore onto the waves.
Passenger reportedly told the 'Press' that the beach itself was not an option due to the many beachgoers on the beach, and 'they would not have heard the approaching aircraft with the engine stopped'.
The aircraft's tail broke off on impact. The aircraft was later recovered and removed on a flatbed for further assessment.....
A job WELL DUN in difficult circumstances!
Cheers