Multiple crashes cause delays in Tauranga

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Crashes have caused traffic congestion in Tauranga this morning.

A police spokeswoman said they were called to a crash between a car and a motorcycle on Cambridge Rd near State Highway 29 around 8.30am.

One person has serious injuries and one lane was blocked. The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.

UPDATE 8:45AM
This crash now cleared, however delays citybound remain on SH29 (Takatimu Dr Toll Rd). Allow extra time as delays ease or consider using alternative route. ^TPhttps://t.co/UNE4X8Q5Yt

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Waikato/BoP (@WakaKotahiWaiBP) March 24, 2021

A St John spokeswoman said two ambulances were also sent to the scene. The person with serious injuries was taken to Tauranga Hospital.

Meanwhile a van rolled on Tamatea-Arikinui Dr near the 15th Ave off ramp around 7.40am.

The left lane was completely blocked while contractors cleared the road.

No injuries were reported.