Three people have been taken to hospital after a serious crash south of Hawke's Bay.
Police were called about the crash on SH2, 4km south of Norsewood in the Tararua district, about 10.40 this morning.
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The section of highway is currently closed as a result of the crash. It is believed two cars were involved.
One person with serious injuries had been flown to Palmerston North Hospital by helicopter, a St John Ambulance spokeswoman said.