A homicide investigation's continuing today, after two men were shot dead near Tauranga

The men, aged 32 and 43, were killed at an address on Ormsby Lane, in Omanawa, on Tuesday night.

Police say the men were known to each other, but the circumstances around their deaths are still being established.

Experts are helping police with a scene examination at the property, which is expected to be completed tomorrow.

A post mortem will take place today.