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A boat has sunk near Kinloch Beach in Taupō this afternoon.
It caught fire just before 3pm, about 300 metres from shore.
Police said everyone who was onboard was safe and well, thanks to people nearby who came to their aid.
The vessel sank in about four metres of water and police said it may pose a hazard to other water users.
Boaties should watch for debris.