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1 Jan 2026 13:56
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  •   Home > News > Accident and Emergency

    A section of State Highway 16 south of Wellsford is closed after a serious crash, which happened about 3.40pm

    A section of State Highway 16 south of Wellsford is closed after a serious crash, which happened about 3.40pm


    The NZ Transport Agency says the road is closed between Ingleton and Wharehine Roads in Tauhoa.

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    One lane is blocked on the Northern Motorway because of a crash in the right lane after the Oteha Valley on-ramp southbound.

    The crash happened about 4.45pm.

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    Police were alerted to a bush fire at the side of North Western Motorway just before 3pm.

    It was reported to be between Lincoln Rd and Te Atatu Rd off-Ramps.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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