Fire at New World supermarket in Auckland's Freeman's Bay

Tuesday 17 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 4 reports · updated Tue 17 Jun 2025, 5:01pm

A fire broke out at the New World supermarket on College Hill while it was undergoing renovations. Customers were evacuated from the building as thick smoke filled the Auckland CBD. Fire crews are working to contain the blaze, which reportedly started in a rebuild area.

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1. RNZTue 17 Jun 2025, 12:08pm

   Live: Fire at New World supermarket in Auckland's Freeman's Bay (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldTue 17 Jun 2025, 12:08pm

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