State Highway 8 is closed near Waitahuna after a crash late this afternoon, and may remain closed for several hours.

Police said the two-vehicle crash was reported about 4.50pm.

“Initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.”

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) said the highway was closed between Ford Rd and Alexander Rd.

The agency initially said the crash was serious, and motorists were urged to avoid the area or delay their journeys if possible. 

In an update about 6.35pm NZTA said the Serious Crash Unit was attending, and their investigations normally took several hours to complete.

UPDATE 6:35PM
SH8 remains CLOSED between Ford Rd and Alexander Rd. SCU is attending this crash which normally takes several hours to complete their investigation after they arrive. Considering delaying your journey if possible. ^AG https://t.co/5ULxDoX4lI

— NZ Transport Agency – Otago & Southland (@nztaos) July 24, 2025

 

 

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