New Zealand / Auckland Region

Logging truck crash blocks Auckland's Kaipara Coast Highway

15:32 pm on 3 July 2024

A logging truck crashed on Kaipara Coast Highway in Glorit shortly on 3 July, 2024. Photo: Supplied

An Auckland highway is expected to be blocked for several hours following a logging truck crash.

In a statement, police said the single-vehicle crash on Kaipara Coast Highway in Glorit occurred shortly before 11am on Wednesday.

"Thankfully, the driver has not been seriously injured."

Police said detours were in place on West Coast Road and State Highway 16 in Wellsford.

"Kaipara Coast Highway is expected to be blocked for the next few hours.

"Motorists are advised to expect delays or take an alternate route if possible."