State Highway 2 near Katikati has reopened following a serious crash.
Police were called to a crash involving a car and truck about 12:30pm.
A St John spokeswoman said an ambulance, a rapid response vehicle and a helicopter were sent to the scene.
One person was taken to Tauranga Hospital by road in a serious condition.
The road was closed for a time but has reopened, NZTA posted about 5pm.
