Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
The southbound lane is now open on State Highway 1, Kuku, following a fatal crash this afternoon.
Police expect the northbound lane to reopen within the next 30 minutes.
We would like to extend our thanks to motorists for their patience while we worked at the crash scene.
Information regarding the number of fatalities will be issued as soon as we are able.
ENDS
Issued by Police Media Centre.