State Highway 1 crash north of Motutere blocks road, expect delays

Rotorua Daily Post

17 Dec, 2025 12:25 AMQuick Read

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Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays. Photographer: Glenn Taylor

State Highway 1 between Taupō and Tūrangi is blocked due to a crash.

Police were called to the crash involving a truck and a car, just north of the Motutere township about 12.30pm, police said.

“Initial indicators are that there are injuries.

“Motorists are advised to avoid the area
where possible and expect delays.”