Fire crews are battling a large blaze on Te Mata Peak in Hawke's Bay.
Fire crews battle a large blaze on Te Mata Peak. Photo: Supplied/Elizabeth-Marie Nes
Fire and Emergency said the fire had been burning since 8pm this evening.
A blaze measuring 200m by 100m is stretching across the western side of the peak, a spokesperson said.
Six fire engines and a tanker are at the scene, and helicopters are on standby.
The cause of the fire isn't yet known.