The Remutaka Hill road between Upper Hutt and Wairarapa has reopened after a two-vehicle crash stalled holiday traffic for hours.
Motorists are being told to expect delays.
One person was seriously injured in the collision on State Highway 2, while a second person has moderate injuries.
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