An unusual delay for drivers on Auckland's Southern Motorway this afternoon.
More than a dozen calves escaped from an overturned ute, blocking traffic on the stretch of motorway between the Tecoma Street off-and on ramps.
Police say although they've got the situation under control, drivers should still take care.
Meanwhile, motorists heading southbound on State Highway 1 can expect heavy traffic south of Warkworth.
The incident took place around 3.55pm on SH1 just after Puhoi Rd.