Mother named following fatal two-vehicle crash in Kawarau Gorge

Tuesday 3 November 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 3 Nov, 7:14am

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Ayelén Amarilla, 37, has been identified as the woman killed in a crash involving a car and a truck in Central Otago. The accident occurred on State Highway 6 between Cromwell and Queenstown. Tributes have been paid to the mother, who lived in Cromwell with her partner and toddler.

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1. Otago Daily TimesTue 3 Nov, 5:00am

   ‘Incredibly loving and devoted mum’: Tributes flow for Cromwell crash victim (opens in new tab)

2. StuffTue 3 Nov, 7:14am

   ‘A beautiful person’: Mother named after fatal Central Otago crash (opens in new tab)