Police can now release the name of the two people who died in the crash on Cambridge Road on Saturday.
They were 32-year-old Christopher O'Byrne, and 31-year-old Brenda Kora, of Eastern Bay of Plenty.
The crash remains under investigation.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre
Below is a statement issued on behalf of the families, who have requested privacy at this time:
The family would like to thank everyone for their support during this tragic time.
We would like to make special mention of the members of the public and emergency services that did their very best to help Chris, Brenda and little Eli at the scene and afterwards. You are our heroes and you have our undying heartfelt gratitude for all that you do.
The sudden tragic loss of Chris and Brenda has left us all devastated beyond measure.
We would like to thank everyone that has donated to Riley and Eli's givealittle page, we are humbled by the generosity you have shown us.
Riley is with family and Eli is still in Waikato Hospital where he is receiving outstanding care and is surrounded by family. We are pleased to report he is improving every day.
We thank everyone for their love and support as well as respecting our need for privacy at this traumatic time.
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