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About 200 firefighters tackled the blaze at the remote Bavarian retreat.

Emergency services were called to the Waikato home about 4.30am.

A witness estimated about 200 people gathered on nearby streets to watch.

A home in Palmerston North has been destroyed by fire this evening, with flames towering above trees and hundreds of onlookers observing the spectacular blaze.

More than 2300 people were arrested after Saturday’s protests turned violent.

The family had no insurance and lost almost all their possessions.

Emmanuel Macron acknowledged failures in anticipation and intelligence.

Wildfire smoke rises into the sky over northwest Auckland. Video / Jamie

The Wainwright base is one of the largest bases operated by the Canadian Armed Forces.

Someone on a boat made the initial call after spotting the blaze.

There were no reports of injuries or threat to neighbouring properties.

A Favona property has been “completely destroyed” in a fire as neighbours and emergency services rushed to help.

Fire danger is expected to continue all weekend.

Police will remain at the site overnight before a scene examination tomorrow.

Fonterra was called to remove the milk, with council arranging spill disposal.

The incident came two days after he found himself at the scene of another emergency.

Black-and-white smoke and the sound of an alarm prompted witnesses to call 111.

A Subway occupies the ground floor, with accommodation upstairs.

The market was founded in 1615 under Louis XIII.

The blaze was reported at 11.46am and extinguished at 12.28pm.

Faamatala Sili said thick smoke left him no choice but to jump to a neighbouring roof.

A fire investigator is at the scene.

Police appealed for help identifying the man after reviewing CCTV footage.

NZ Herald Morning Headlines | Saturday, October 10, 2026. An investigation is underway in the Coromandel after a fire at the Thames Racecourse yesterday. Video / NZ Herald

The post-mortem examination is due to be completed early next week.

CCTV showed the man calmly getting into the burning vehicle and releasing the brake.

Five aircraft are supporting 23 firefighters as crews target hotspots.

Four helicopters are cooling hotspots while crews battle steep terrain.

Newstalk ZB South Island news director Claire Sherwood discusses the Queenstown fire and Christchurch councillors home security. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY