“Tomi treated mum like she was an absolute queen.”Fiona Cameron is being remembered as a caring grandmother by her 'devastated' family. Foxton Beach residents said they were awoken to loud bangs from the blaze. “We also want to acknowledge the authorities for their compassion, assistance and professionalism during this incredibly tragic time for our family,” Marsh told Stuff. Thomas Muliaga died in a Foxton Beach house fire that is thought to have started by the kitchen stove. Perkins said they were told by officials the fire was thought to have started on the kitchen stove, but no official report has been released.

Source: New Zealand Herald December 23, 2025 14:30 UTC