Vegetation fire near Wellington Airport produces thick smoke

Thursday 11 December 2025 · 4 outlets · 3 reports · updated Thu 11 Dec 2025, 3:04pm

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Firefighters are battling a vegetation blaze near Moa Point at the southern end of Wellington Airport. Thick smoke was seen drifting towards the airport, and residents were advised to stay indoors with windows and doors closed. Police have been called to assist with traffic near Stewart Duff Road.

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1. NZ HeraldThu 11 Dec 2025, 2:54pm

   Fire near Wellington Airport sends large amount of smoke into the air (opens in new tab)

2. The Post via RNZThu 11 Dec 2025, 3:01pm

   Fire sends smoke billowing near Wellington Airport (opens in new tab)

   Also on RNZ (opens in new tab)

3. StuffThu 11 Dec 2025, 3:04pm

   Fire near Wellington’s airport, at Moa Point (opens in new tab)