Two serious crashes in the Waikato region tonight have caused serious delays for Easter holiday motorists.
One person died while three others sustained moderate injuries following a truck and car crash in Kaihere, Hauraki.
A police spokesperson said officers were called to State Highway 27 at 7.54pm.
The highway is closed and traffic is diverted at Torehape Rd and Kaihere Rd.
A serious crash has also closed the road between SH1 and SH2 interchange and Koheroa Rd near Mangatāwhiri.