New Zealand / Emergency Services

'Several' people injured in serious Rotorua crash

19:26 pm on 13 January 2026

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A major road in Rotorua has been closed after a serious two-vehicle crash.

Police said several people were injured after two vehicles collided on Tauranga Direct Road between Hamurana Road and Te Waerenga Road at about 5.30pm on Tuesday.

The road is closed while emergency services respond.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.

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