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27 Oct, 2025 05:16 AMQuick Read
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One person was transported to hospital via helicopter after slipping at a waterfall. File photo / Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopters
A patient has been flown to hospital in a critical condition after falling down a Waikato waterfall.
Police said they were alerted to the Waitawheta Rd accident in Waikino about 2.30pm after the person reportedly slipped.
“Police are supporting the emergency effort,” a spokesperson told the Herald.
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St John said crews assessed one patient in a critical condition. Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopters flew the patient to Auckland City Hospital.