Serious crash on State Highway 1 in Otago

5/11/2026, 5:43:56 am

RNZ

5 Nov, 2026 05:43 AMQuick Read

A crash involving a car and a van near Waihola has closed State Highway 1 between Surrey Bay Rd and Lake Rd. Photo /123rf

Firefighters are working to free two people trapped after a car and van collided on State Highway 1 near Waihola in Otago.

Emergency services were called to the crash near the township shortly before 3pm on Thursday.

NZ Transport Agency said SH1 was closed between Surrey Bay Rd and Lake

Source: New Zealand Herald · RNZ

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