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24 Oct 2025 17:01
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  •   Home > News > Accident and Emergency

    Canterbury Police say fires have been lit despite a total ban across the region until Monday

    Canterbury Police say fires have been lit despite a total ban across the region until Monday


    District Commander Tony Hill says Police will be investigating any suspicious fires and may prosecute those responsible.

    He says they're investigating a number of reported fires since the ban was put in place - and arrests are likely. 10-24-25 1039

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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