Earlier in the month he shattered the glass at a bus-stop with a hammer.

Emergency services were called to the crash on Whangaparoa Rd about 7.30pm yesterday.

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'They were really lucky to get out when they did.'

A staff member of a neighbouring business said the fire crew had been doing a great job.

Firefighters across New Zealand took the unusual step of striking today.

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The investigation into a blaze at a workshop in Miller St in May has also been completed.

A senior firefighter is concerned Aotearoa isn't ready for what's coming.

Wellsford's Castle Court Motel caught fire early this morning.

Negotiations for a collective agreement began 13 months ago.

"Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the crash," police say.

The Fire station replaces the one damaged in the earthquakes.

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An engine had to be shut down following a "technical problem".

A fire has destroyed a building in a block of a shops in Royal Oak, Auckland.

Emergency Management Minister says a new centre will make a big difference.

There are reports people are trapped on a balcony.

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The crash was reported to emergency services at 2.43pm.

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"It's obviously pretty dangerous," police Eagle helicopter crew says.

Sirens can be heard wailing in the northern suburb.

The church apologised for distress to neighbours.

Firefighters attended a blaze on Brennan Ave, Te Atatu Peninsula during the early hours of this morning. Video / Hayden Woodward

Emergency services say they have no idea what the display is for.

Lower ranks are barely paid the minimum wage, union claims.

The two-storey house was well ablaze when firefighters arrived.

The crash occurred on Whangamata Rd, near Kinloch, Taupō.