New Zealand / National

Two injured after crash near Mount Victoria tunnel

17:44 pm on 16 December 2025

Photo: RNZ / REECE BAKER

A northbound lane of State Highway One - near Mount Victoria tunnel in Wellington - is closed following a crash.

Emergency services were called to Paterson Street - which runs through the tunnel to the Basin reserve - shortly after 4pm.

A police spokesperson said a person had been taken to hospital in a serious condition and another in a moderate condition after two vehicle's collided in the area.

Motorists were advised to expect delays.

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