Vehicle crash and fire at Whangārei Heads causes road closures

Monday 13 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 13 Oct 2025, 4:23pm

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A single vehicle reportedly fell down a bank and caught fire on Whangārei Heads Road in Tamaterau. Police have implemented road diversions at Mackesy and Owhiwa Roads, advising motorists to avoid the area as closures may remain in place for some time.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 13 Oct 2025, 3:55pm

   Crash at Whangārei Heads, road blocked at Tamaterau (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsMon 13 Oct 2025, 4:23pm

   ‘Huge bang’: Vehicle on fire after going over bank in Northland (opens in new tab)