One person is dead and two others have moderate injuries after a two-vehicle crash near Hikurangi.
The crash happened near the State Highway 1 and Mower Rd intersection about 11.40am.
The deceased person was a passenger in a Hilux vehicle.
There are traffic diversions in place at Apotu Rd, Kauri and Jordan Valley Rd.
Police have asked for drivers to avoid the area if possible.
