"Serious crash: Southern Motorway, Greenlane"
Police can advise a serious crash will close a section of the Southern Motorway near Greenlane.
A crash has occurred between a truck and motorcycle on southbound lanes, at around 8am, just prior to the Greenlane on-ramp.
Emergency services are responding to the scene.Police will have further information on injuries in due course.
Motorists are advised that southbound traffic is being diverted off the motorway at the Green Lane East off-ramp, to rejoin on via the on-ramp. Please expect delays in the area.
9.20am UPDATE:
"Fatal crash: Expect ongoing delays on Southern Motorway"
Police can advise a motorcyclist has died following an earlier serious crash on the Southern Motorway, near Greenlane.
A section of State Highway 1 has been closed, with the Serious Crash Unit in attendance. An investigation will commence in due course.
Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this morning's tragic events, including those who may require welfare referrals. If you witnessed the crash, but have left the area please contact 105 and use the reference number P061612219.
Advice for motorists:
Police anticipate the closure of southbound lanes will be place for at least two hours.
Traffic is heavy around the Greenlane interchange.
Southbound traffic is still being diverted off at the Green Lane East off-ramp.
We acknowledge motorists' understanding while important work is carried out at the scene of the fatal crash.
We continue to encourage motorists to consider alternative routes through the city, including using State Highways 16 and 20.
Please allow additional time to reach your destination safely.
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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60.4% Yes, supporting people is important!
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24.4% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.2% ... It is complicated
Night-time chipsealing works on SH2
From 9 to 17 February, stop/go traffic management will be in place on SH2 between McPherson Road and Dimmock Road on multiple nights between 9pm and 5am (Sundays to Thursdays).
During the day, all lanes will be open, but speed restrictions will apply to allow the chipseal to set and to protect vehicles travelling over the newly laid surface.
There may be delays to your journey when travelling through the area. This is weather dependent so check NZTA Journey Planner before you travel.
Bloom Pukekohe
Are you heading along to the UB40 Concert at @navigationhomesstadium this Friday 13th February?
Alongside Uplift Centre and the Waiuku College Waka Ama team we are running a fundraiser, and we've got your parking sorted!
$20 parking available opposite the stadium, 52 Franklin Road - open from 3pm!
You may have heard there are planned road closures the night of the concert to help ensure the safety of pedestrians leaving the event.
⛔️ PLANNED ROAD CLOSURE - FRIDAY 13 FEBRUARY ⛔️
Stadium Drive & Franklin Road to Reynolds Rd/Cape Hill Rd roundabout will be closed from 9.00pm - 10.30pm
Please note that because our premises fall within the road closure zone, you may have to wait for the road to re-open at approx 10.30pm to exit.
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