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Witnesses describe seeing large plumes of white smoke coming from the fire.
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Forty firefighters battled the blaze.
Police speak to driver involved in Auckland CBD vehicle accident
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One dead after Tasman district glider crash
Emergency services were called to the incident about 2pm.
Van crashes into store across from Wellington Central Police Station
The road is closed from Willeston St to Harris St.
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The person sustained injuries which meant they were unable to walk out and required aid.
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One person in serious condition after three-vehicle crash on Te Atatū Rd overbridge, Auckland
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House fire at Parawera near Te Awamutu
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37-year-old farm worker dies after car crash into ditch
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Dwelling destroyed in Port Hills fire; blaze still not contained
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24yo man killed in Moerewa crash after car hits culvert
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