SH29 reopens near Hinuera following crash

State Highway 29 near Hopkins Rd. Image / Google Street View.

State Highway 29 has reopened north of the Pairere roundabout, following a crash that downed powerlines near Hinuera.

An NZ Transport Agency update at 3.15pm confirmed the road was open, after being closed since morning.

Emergency services were alerted to a two-car crash near Hopkins Rd around 8.40am, police said.

“One person has received moderate injuries.”

Hato Hone St John was notified of the crash at 8.38am and took one patient to Waikato Hospital in a moderate condition.

Police said the highway was closed due to powerlines on the road.

“Contractors have been contacted.”

Map showing location of vehicle crash on SH29. Image: Google Maps.

NZTA Waka Kotahi said in a 9.15am update SH29 was closed between Hopkins Rd and Totman Rd, north of the SH1/SH29 roundabout at Pairere.

“This closure is expected to remain in place for several hours while downed powerlines are cleared from the road.”

Motorists were advised to follow diversions, expect delays and take extra care.

A detour was in place via Totman Rd and SH27.