Two children critically injured in State Highway 1 crash near Wellsford, Auckland

State Highway One between State Highway 16 and Davies Rd near Wellsford in Auckland closed after a serious crash this afternoon.

Two children have been rushed to Auckland’s Starship Hospital after a serious crash in Wellsford, north of Auckland.

State Highway 1 (SH1) between SH16 and Davies Rd is closed after the crash this afternoon.

Hato Hone St John said three ambulances, two rapid response vehicles, two operations managers and a helicopter were dispatched about 4.35pm.

“One person in a critical condition was airlifted to Starship Hospital, while another in a critical condition was also taken to Starship Hospital,” a spokesperson said.

“One person in a serious condition was taken to Auckland City Hospital while one person in a moderate condition was taken to North Shore Hospital.”

NZTA Waka Kotahi said northbound traffic could detour via Davies Rd and SH16, southbound drivers should reverse and expect delays.

UPDATE 5:30PM
SH1 is now CLOSED between Davies Rd and SH16 in Wellsford. Northbound traffic can detour via Davies Rd and SH16. Reverse for southbound. Expect DELAYS. ^AG https://t.co/bxwrN7j6SI

— NZ Transport Agency - Auckland & Northland (@nztaaklnth) December 1, 2025

Police said the Serious Crash Unit had been notified, and the road was closed for a scene examination.

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