Fire has destroyed a Waihī dental practice.
Waihi Family Dental Centre shared a message to their “valued patients and local community” via social media this morning.
“Sadly, our practice has been destroyed in a fire,” the post read.
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“We are currently working towards relocating as quickly as possible and hope to be back up and running again soon.
“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and support during this difficult time for our team and community.”
Fire and Emergency New Zealand northern communications manager Carren Larking said a 111 call was received at 3.47am.
Waihi Family Dental Centre. Photo / Google Maps
The initial report said a building was on fire and Waihī and Paeroa fire brigades went to the scene, Larking said.
On arrival they found a “well involved fire” in a single-storey building used as a dentist.
She said Fire and Emergency was not aware of any injuries and investigators were in attendance.
A police spokesperson said the fire on School Lane was being treated as unexplained
They said there were no reported injuries and a scene guard was in place, with police to conduct a scene examination today.
Waihi Dental Centre has been approached for further comment.
2 comments
Dire Emergency
Posted on 28-05-2026 18:19 | By rogue
Noticed the fire trucks have DIRE EMERGENCY written on them by the firefighters.
Firefighters are urging the public to sign the petition for a FULL REVIEW of Fire and Emergency NZ.
Apparently its available at www.direemergency.nz
@ rogue
Posted on 29-05-2026 10:10 | By Yadick
I fully back our firefighters but the scribbling all over the fire engines and stations is so unprofessional and just looks disgusting for what is supposed to be a professional organization.
St Johns did the same a while ago.
Just hideous. So many more ways to get the message out there without being unprofessional about it. It hasn't changed a thing. I'd hate to think what visitors to our country think when they see it.
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