Two crashes on either side of Auckland's Southern Motorway have now been cleared but earlier were causing major delays for morning commuters as school returns for the first day.
Around 6am, NZTA Waka Kotahi reported that a crash was blocking part of the right northbound lane between Alfriston Rd overbridge and Hill Rd overbridge.
An update at 7.15am said the crash had been cleared but motorists should allow for extra time as delays ease.