Auckland crashes: Rush hour commuters face delays after three accidents on two motorways

A car smashed into the barrier along State Highway 16. Photo / Supplied

Crashes on Auckland motorways are continuing to cause commuter chaos for motorists with three accidents in the space of a few hours.

The left southbound lanes leading into the city on the Northwestern Motorway were blocked following a collision involving various vehicles.

The crash occurred around 9.25am just after the Te Atatu Rd off-ramp.

NZTA Waka Kotahi said the crash has been cleared but is also warning motorists to expect delays as the crash is cleared.

UPDATE 9:35AM
This crash has now been moved clear of lanes. Allow extra time as delays ease.^HJ https://t.co/Hlk71r8aSQ

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) June 5, 2023

It is the second big crash to impact the Northwestern Motorway today.

Earlier, around 6.30am, two southbound lanes before the Royal Rd on-ramp were blocked after a car smashed into the barrier.

UPDATE 7:40AM
This crash is now clear of all lanes. ^HJ https://t.co/Bz2qcD1cuO

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) June 5, 2023

Auckland Transport said the “huge crash” disrupted bus routes between Pavolich depot and Westgate.

NZTA Waka Kotahi said the crash has been cleared, however, traffic maps show that the congestion in the area is still heavy.

UPDATE 7:35AM
This crash has now been moved clear of lanes. Allow extra time as delays ease. ^HJ https://t.co/L4tuMrcbfT

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) June 5, 2023

Another crash on the Southwestern Motorway was blocking the right southbound lane just before Hillsborough Rd on-ramp around 7.20am.

The crash was cleared quickly but Waka Kotahi is advising motorists to continue to expect delays.