A murder charge has now been laid after the death of a man in Tauranga last month.

The man was found dead at a Fraser St address on Sunday, December 14, after emergency services were called to the property at 11.40am.

A 37-year-old woman, initially charged with assault on a person in a relationship, had been charged with murder today after further inquiries, Detective Senior Sergeant Mike Varnam said.

Police say their inquiries into the man's death are continuing after a murder charge was laid today. Photo / Samantha Motion

“Police’s investigation into the death of the man is ongoing.

“Tauranga police would like to hear from anyone who may have information about this incident or those involved.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police online at 105.police.govt.nz or by calling 105, and using the reference number 251214/9237.