District:
Makara Road in Wellington has reopened following a crash earlier today.
The crash was reported to Police at 3pm today.
A motorcyclist was transported to hospital with serious injuries.
Police thank motorists for their patience while the road remained closed.
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District:
State Highway 6, north of Punakaiki, is closed following a crash.
The two-vehicle crash was reported to Police at 1:42pm.
Initial indications are that there are serious injuries.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area, and expect delays.
The Serious Crash Unit has been notified.
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District:
Police are advising motorists in the Hamilton area to avoid Te Rapa Road, following a collision.
A truck collided with a power pole shortly after 1:30pm and the road is blocked.
There are significant delays in the area, motorists are asked to take alternative routes.
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District:
Police are at the scene of a serious crash that has closed State Highway 8 at Fruitlands near Alexandra between Butchers Point Road and Conroys Road.
Emergency services were called at 12.25pm, after two vehicles collided.
Initial indications suggest three people have injuries, two have critical injuries and one is in a moderate condition.
The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.
Traffic management is being arranged and diversions will be through Earnscleugh, however motorists should expect delays and postpone travel if possible.
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District:
Police are at the scene of a fatal crash involving a motorcycle at Tauhei, Waikato.
Emergency services were called about 2.10pm after witnesses reported seeing a motorcycle crash.
Despite first responders’ efforts, the person died at the scene.
The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit investigates.
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