Whangārei man critically injured after saving family from Melbourne house fire

StuffNZ HeraldFriday 26 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated
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James Bell and his seven-year-old son, Zayne, remain in critical condition at a Melbourne hospital following a house fire on Tuesday night. The Whangārei man suffered severe burns while attempting to rescue his family from the blaze. Other family members also sustained injuries during the incident.

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First reported by Stuff, Fri 26 Sep 2025, 3:07pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours
  1. StuffStuff

    Kiwi dad left fighting for his life after saving sons from house fire in Melbourne (opens in new tab)

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    Whangārei father James Bell critically injured after rescuing family from Melbourne fire (opens in new tab)