A large scrub fire has developed at Ōrewa, north of Auckland, this afternoon.
A spokesperson for Fire & Emergency NZ (FENZ) said seven fire crews and three water tankers are battling the fire, covering an area of 300sq m.
The fire has broken out in a paddock on Upper Ōrewa Rd, west of State Highway 1 and the township of Ōrewa.
Police said they were notified of the fire about 3.38pm and are assisting FENZ with traffic management.
