Three people injured in six-vehicle crash near Ashburton

Friday 10 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 10 Oct 2025, 2:52pm

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Three people are in stable condition at Christchurch Hospital following a six-vehicle nose-to-tail collision on State Highway 1 near Hinds. The crash occurred on Thursday afternoon just before 3.30pm. The police serious crash unit is currently investigating the incident.

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1. NZ HeraldFri 10 Oct 2025, 12:27pm

   Emergency services respond after Merivale crash leaves three people injured (opens in new tab)

2. The PressFri 10 Oct 2025, 2:52pm

   Three still in hospital after six-vehicle crash near Ashburton (opens in new tab)