A motorcyclist is dead after a collision with a car near Nelson.
The crash happened about 11.15am south of Quinney's Bush on State Highway 6, Motupiko, between Murchison and Nelson.
Police, paramedics and the Fire Service were at the scene and a serious crash investigation is under way.
The driver of the car and a passenger were taken to Nelson Hospital with minor injuries.
Traffic is being diverted via St Arnaud. The road is expected to reopen about 3.30pm.
