Source: New Zealand Police
State Highway 1, Makikihi is closed at the intersection with O’Neills Road following a crash.
The single vehicle crash was reported at around 2:20pm.
Initial indications are that there are serious injuries.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/09/14/state-highway-1-waimate-closed-following-crash/