State Highway 5 closed after serious crash near Tarawera
Wednesday 28 May 2025 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated 
A car and a truck collided on State Highway 5 near Tarawera around 8.50am. One person is in critical condition and another has sustained serious injuries. The highway is closed in both directions between Te Haroto and Pohokura, with Waka Kotahi stating the road will remain closed for most of the day.