Emergency services were called about 1.55pm following reports a child had been hit by a falling tree in Tiwi, a suburb in northern Darwin, while playing in the backyard.

The girl was rushed to Royal Darwin Hospital, but died before arrival.

An 11-year-old boy was also struck by the tree and suffered non-life threatening injuries.

The incident is not believed to be suspicious.

An investigation into the girl’s death is ongoing and a report will be prepared for the coroner.

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