Police are hoping to find more answers regarding a fire that killed at least six people in a hostel in NZ. Authorities have confirmed the blaze is being treated as suspicious, while fire crews are investigating whether alarms went off as intended. 9News
Australia's high commission in New Zealand is working to determine if any Australians have been caught up in the blaze.
"Australians in need of emergency consular assistance should contact the Australian Government 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre 1300 555 135 and +61 2 6261 3305 ." New Zealand Chief Coroner Judge Anna Tutton warned that the process of identification could take some time. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he had spoken with New Zealand counterpart Chris Hipkins to offer Australian assistance.
He said he had spoken to his children in Australia to let them know he was alive, but he had no idea what came next.
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