Emergency services were called to the Karaka Road property about 10.50pm. Sadly, a person was located deceased a short time later.
State Highway 7 was closed while the fire was brought under control and a scene guard was in place overnight.
An investigation is under way to determine the cause of the fire and Police and fire investigators will be at the property this morning.
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