An elderly woman was found dead in a house fire that occurred west of Whangärei this morning.
The 79-year-old woman was found in the Millington Road house about 7am by a family member, who had gone to check on her.
The house was moderately damaged by the fire and it is believed the deceased woman suffered from smoke inhalation.
Police are not treating the fire as suspicious.
For further information contact Northland Police Communications Officer Sarah Kennett on 09 430 4525 or 027 494 1214.