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Tragic Sand Dune Collapse Leaves Family in Mourning
8/25/2025
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Story summary
- Kane Watson died at Muriwai Beach when a sand dune collapsed on him, leaving his partner and four children grieving.
- Witnesses indicated he was buried for approximately 15 minutes before rescue efforts commenced.
- Emergency services airlifted Watson to Auckland City Hospital, where he remains in critical condition.
- Police are investigating the incident on behalf of the Coroner.
