Photo: RNZ / Tim Brown
The main road in the Canterbury town of Rakaia has reopened following a crash.
There were delays on SH1 between the intersection with Dunford Street and the Rakaia River Bridge until 8.30am Sunday.
Police were called to the two-vehicle crash around 7.20am between Bridge Street and North Rakaia Road.
FINAL UPDATE 8:25AM
State Highway 1 remains fully OPEN south of Rakaia River Bridge following a crash. Delays have eased. Emergency services remain on-site; take extra care through the area this morning. https://t.co/oVCJdDL58X
— NZ Transport Agency – Canterbury & West Coast (@nztacwc) November 22, 2025
There were no injuries, although one person was taken to hospital for assessment.
NZTA advised motorists to follow the directions given by traffic controllers on-site.
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