The blaze was spotted in the roof of a single-storey building containing several shops, including a bakery.

Four fire appliances and an aerial ladder truck arrived at Moana Avenue at 9.43am.

A fire and emergency spokesperson says the fire is now under control.

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04 Feb: It could be months before Wellingtonians are given the all-clear for swimming at southern coastal areas - where sewage is leaking

04 Feb: So-called predator ducks have shocked conservation staff in the Mackenzie Basin

04 Feb: A moderate magnitude 4.2 earthquake has struck the top of the South Island

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