One dead in Kaikoura crash

One person is dead in a crash involving a car and motorcycle in Kaikoura tonight.

The accident happened about 7pm in Goose Bay, south of Kaikoura, St John northern region's public relations co-ordinator Ian Henderson said today.

"We sent two ambulances from Kaikoura, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter with St John paramedics on board from Christchurch, and the Primary Response in a Medical Emergency doctor from Kaikoura."

"Police and the fire service also attended."

Mr Henderson said one person died at the scene.

A man was flown by rescue helicopter to Christchurch Hospital emergency department with serious injuries while a second person with minor injuries was taken to the medical centre in Kaikoura.

Mr Henderson could provide no other details.

Police are investigating.

- NZPA