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Death at Bay of Plenty sawmill a medical event, says CEO

Published by NZ Herald Business · New Zealand 1 d ago
Sequal Lumber in Kawerau. Photo / Google Maps
Sequal Lumber in Kawerau. Photo / Google Maps · NZ Herald Business

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Sequal chief executive David Turner told NZME a close friend who contracted to the Kawerau business had a medical event on site yesterday. “I am grateful for the efforts of team…

WorkSafe is making inquiries after a death at a Bay of Plenty sawmill.

A police spokesperson said emergency services were called to a commercial property in Kawerau about 10.50am yesterday.

“Unfortunately, one person died at the scene. The incident has been referred to WorkSafe.”

A WorkSafe spokesperson said they had been notified and were making initial inquiries.

Hato Hone St John said one prime unit, one ambulance, one rapid response unit and one operations manager went to the scene.

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