One person dead after crash on Desert Road

Saturday 7 June 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Sat 7 Jun 2025, 6:52pm

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One person has died following a two-vehicle collision on State Highway 1 near Oturere Stream. Police were called to the scene shortly after 1pm on Saturday. The road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit examines the site, with motorists advised to follow diversions.

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1. 1NewsSat 7 Jun 2025, 4:53pm

   One dead after crash on SH1, Desert Road (opens in new tab)

2. RNZSat 7 Jun 2025, 6:52pm

   SH1 through Desert Road briefly closed after fatal crash (opens in new tab)