Police have confirmed the recovery team undertaking the operation to remove bodies on Whakaari - White Island have landed on the island.
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NewsWhakatāne community opens arms to those affected by eruption
The Whakatāne community is rallying around to support all those involved. Whakatāne District Mayor Judy Turner says the council is working with Ngāti Awa and others to support those in need. Te Runanga o Ngāti Awa has also opened Te Mānuka Tutahi Marae and people are welcome to come and share and support one another.
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Five confirmed dead following Whakaari-White Is eruption
Police have confirmed five people are dead following the eruption at Whakaari-White Island earlier today in the Bay of Plenty.
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One fatality confirmed in Whakaari- White Island eruption
Police have confirmed one fatality following an eruption on Whakaari - White Island earlier today, and based on the information they have, they say it is likely there are others.
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Eruption at Whakaari- White Island
A massive plume can be seen following an eruption at Whakaari, also known as White Island in the Bay of Plenty.
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Waitahanui fire now under control
Fire and Emergency NZ confirmed with Te Ao that the vegetation fire on SH1 just north of Waitahanui, about 15km south of Taupo, is now under control.
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Māori set to fight fire with fire
The Australia bushfire death toll has risen to four as a result of more than 100 bushfires raging across two states. On Tuesday New Zealand deployed two firefighter crews to Queensland. A second call for assistance has come through with New Zealand Forestry Protection Service preparing to deploy teams with expertise in fire protection.
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NZ Firefighters answer Australia’s call for help
New Zealand firefighters will join the battle against more than 50 bushfires burning out of control in New South Wales. 3 people have reportedly lost their lives, 600 schools have closed and a state of emergency has been declared in parts of southeast Australia.
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Several injured after explosion at house in Christchurch
One house has been destroyed and at least 20 impacted by debris.
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$4mil package for Fire and Emergency volunteers
A $4mil package has been announced to recognise the contribution made by Fire and Emergency volunteers to communities across Aotearoa.
