Three people have been taken to hospital after a serious crash south of Hawke's Bay.
Police were called about the crash on SH2, 4km south of Norsewood in the Tararua district, about 10.40 this morning.
The section of highway is currently closed as a result of the crash. It is believed two cars were involved.
One person with serious injuries had been flown to Palmerston North Hospital by helicopter, a St John Ambulance spokeswoman said.