Multiple crashes cause traffic delays across Auckland and Waikato

Sunday 5 January 2025 · 3 outlets · 5 reports · updated Sun 5 Jan 2025, 3:42pm

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Motorists are facing disruptions in Auckland and the Waikato following several vehicle collisions. A multi-vehicle crash on the Auckland Harbour Bridge caused northbound lane closures, while two crashes in the Waikato have resulted in traffic delays. One person died and five others were injured in a separate crash in Mokoia.

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1. Waikato TimesSun 5 Jan 2025, 1:55pm

   In brief: Traffic delays due to crashes, Coromandel water restrictions (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldSun 5 Jan 2025, 2:00pm

   Traffic slowing in Waikato after multiple vehicle crashes (opens in new tab)

3. 1NewsSun 5 Jan 2025, 3:42pm

   1 dead, 5 injured as traffic snarls delay home-bound motorists (opens in new tab)

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