A stretch of State Highway 1, just north of Makirikiri Road, has reopened.
The road closed following a 2-vehicle crash just after midday.
Detours were available.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is thanking drivers for their support during the closure and is advising people to drive to the conditions and expect delays while congestion through the area eases.
1:30pm update: A stretch of State Highway 1, just north of Makirikiri Road, has closed, following a 2-vehicle crash after midday.
Detours are available. Northbound traffic will be directed left onto turn left onto Makirikiri Road, then right onto Pukepapa Road, onto Skerman Street, right onto Bond Street, onto Calico Line, before returning to SH1.
The reverse will apply for southbound traffic.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi is advising people to delay travel in possible or expect delays.
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