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Man killed in forestry accident
At approximately 4.25 this afternoon police were called to the area of Sisam Valley Road, Taneatua, near Whakatane.
A 19-year-old man from Whakatane was deceased at the scene. It appears at this stage that he was struck by a log during some forestry work.
Department of Labour have attended the scene and the matter has been referred to the Coroner.
The man will not be named until all next of kin have been advised.
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