
Cold showers, decontamination for workers at scene of truck crash
'The clean-up was thorough and there is no ongoing risk.'
'The clean-up was thorough and there is no ongoing risk.'
A motorcyclist overtook a car and struck Paige Johnson on a pedestrian crossing.
'The Expressway will reopen once the clean-up is complete, which may take a few hours.'
A motorcyclist overtook a car and struck Paige Johnson on a pedestrian crossing.
A motorcyclist hit Paige Johnson on a pedestrian crossing in a hit-and-run.
Hazel Jamieson suffered multiple fractures and significant bruising in the crash.
Police said the death will be referred to the Coroner.
'There are a number of people down a bank from a vehicle.'
The ute collided with a white car, spinning it around 180 degrees.
A Te Puke man has been charged with dangerous driving causing death.
Police said the truck had been removed, but traffic management was still in place.
A Fire and Emergency New Zealand heavy rescue crew was dispatched from Hamilton.
Emergency services were called to the Central Otago town at 7.20pm last night.
A woman received serious injuries and was still in hospital.
The road is expected to be partially blocked until 3pm.
AA data show young driver offending rates substantially declined.
Police thanked motorists for their patience during the afternoon closure.
The crash occurred about 9.20am between Inland Kaikōura Rd and Rakanui Rd.
Michael Karekare, 38, was granted bail when he appeared in court this afternoon.
State Highway 1 through Peketā is closed, affecting north and south-bound traffic.
Commuters are being asked to consider an alternative route to work this morning.
The 21-year-old allegedly drove after using cannabis.
The crash happened on East Coast Rd last night.
Emergency services were called to the scene around 7pm.
The road is shut and emergency crews are redirecting traffic.
Emergency services were called at 7.12pm.
The accident closed Tāneatua Rd near White Pine Bush Rd, about 2.20pm.
Emergency services were called to the scene about 5.15pm
Police are continuing to make inquiries into the crash between a car and truck.