
Three dead following two South Island crashes
Two died in a crash in Greta Valley, and one in Albury.
Two died in a crash in Greta Valley, and one in Albury.
“Avoid the area and consider using an alternative route if possible.”
The incident occurred just after 4pm.
A 31yo man has been charged with wilful damage and injuring with intent to injure.
A car left Roebuck Rd and crashed into the driveway entrance of a Gisborne home.
Emergency services were called to the scene around 5.30pm.
The brigade has praised volunteers and families for their dedication.
The man was reported to have jumped from Pukete Bridge on Saturday night.
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Attempts to administer CPR failed despite emergency services' efforts.
The man was pulled unresponsive from the water after the jump.
Extensive searches failed to locate the man, who jumped from Pukete Bridge.
Emergency services were alerted to the crash at 5.35am this morning.
Police said the death would be referred to the Coroner.
A witness said he was amazed the teen survived but did not know why he climbed the pylon.
A witness said the boy climbed the power lines and touched live wires.
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Fire and Emergency sent three fire engines to the Lambie Dr just after 1.26pm today.
Three roads in the area are cordoned off while firefighters work to contain the blaze.
'He was articulate and passionate... but above all else he was just a lovely man.'
'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'
Emergency services were called to the address at 5.25pm.
Two-vehicle crash stops traffic north of Hastings.
'Not our first evacuation, won't be our last.'
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area.
Frankton School was in lockdown due to the police presence.
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Two people in critical condition and another seriously injured were taken to hospital.
Moving through floodwaters on foot, officers saw seven people clinging to a pole.