State Highway 4 in Waitomo closes after truck rolls, delays expected

State Highway 4 in Waikato is closed after a single truck crash.

State Highway 4 near the Waitomo town of Aria is closed after a truck rolled on the Waikato highway.

Police were called to the single-vehicle crash at about 4.30pm.

“There are no reports of injuries,” police said.

Diversions are in place at Kopaki Rd and Mangaiti Rd and motorists are urged to take alternative routes and expect significant delays.

New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi said SH24 was blocked between Kopaki Rd and Mangaiti Rd.

“Expect delays when travelling through the area.”

SH4 ARIA, WAIKATO - CRASH - 5:05PM
Due to a crash the road is now BLOCKED between Kopaki Rd and Mangaiti Rd. Expect DELAYS when travelling through this area. ^EH pic.twitter.com/inMUqKG3Fw

— NZ Transport Agency - Waikato & Bay of Plenty (@nztawbop) January 4, 2026

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