State Highway 29 has been reopened following a serious crash involving a truck and a car at the intersection with Poripori Road this afternoon.
Motorists are being warned to expect delays as there is still a significant amount of traffic in the area.
Police would like to thank motorists for their patience and ask them to take extra care while the tailbacks clear.
The serious crash unit has been in attendance and enquiries into the cause of the crash are ongoing.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre