New Zealand

Canterbury highway blocked after crash

13:22 pm on 13 November 2025

Initial reports suggest there are critical injuries. Photo: Supplied / St John

State Highway 7 in North Canterbury is blocked after a serious crash.

Emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash near Culverden at about midday on .

Police said initial reports suggest there are critical injuries.

The highway is closed between Long Plantation Road and School Road.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and expect delays.