Heather McKenzie
Heather McKenzie is a coroner known for her thorough investigations and insightful recommendations regarding public safety. In her recent findings, she emphasized the importance of fire safety instructions for accommodation providers following a tragic incident involving a Chinese tourist couple in Hokitika, highlighting that proper guidance could have potentially prevented the fire that led to the woman's death.
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Recent news mentions
Coroner Heather McKenzie stated that Crestani’s death was likely preventable with active oversight from the hosts.
Man who pulled Sophia Crestani out of deadly Dunedin party pile-up honoured
New Zealand· 2026-02-26
Coroner Heather McKenzie confirmed the identification of Lisa Anne Maclennan's remains.
Teen Sharon Maccanico’s remains formally identified by coroner after Mount Maunganui landslideNew Zealand· 2026-01-30
Coroner Heather McKenzie noted that some larger suppliers of window coverings were already undertaking responsible practice.
Preschooler survives blind cord hanging; mum’s warning to other parentsNew Zealand· 2025-06-16
Coroner Heather McKenzie recommended clear instructions for wood burner safety.
Coroner urges wood burner safety after Chinese tourist dies in Hokitika house bus fireNew Zealand· 2025-05-02
