Name of young girl who died in Fiordland river released
The 10-year-old was swept down Marian Creek on Hollyford River.
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Young girl found dead after being swept down Fiordland river
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Milford tourists willing to pay $110 access fee, says MOP
The access fees would only apply to international guests.
Warm temperatures then wild weather to hit South Island
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Weather: Damaging, strong winds to smash much of country this weekend
The weekend wind may cause damage to trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.
Demand up for Great Walks as huts fill 'instantly' with day-one bookings
DoC has reported that there has been an uptick in demand right from the get-go.
Rescued children: Boy, 8, given day off school as he recovers from night lost in bush
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Disgruntled developer shut out of Great Walks makes hut booking app
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Lightning strikes over South Island as rain drenches coast
MetService lifted a severe thunderstorm watch for Westland and part of Fiordland.
Almost a million lightning strikes over Tasman Sea, storm heads for NZ
'Thunderstorms will become more widespread and active over much of NZ in the coming days.'
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