One person seriously injured in Kaimai Ranges vehicle crash

Thursday 13 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 13 Aug, 3:15pm

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A single-vehicle crash occurred near Old Kaimai Road on Thursday afternoon. One person sustained serious injuries in the incident. State Highway 29 through the Kaimai Ranges has been reduced to one lane while emergency services attend the scene.

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1. Waikato TimesThu 13 Aug, 2:52pm

   SH29 blocked after serious crash in Kaimai Ranges (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldThu 13 Aug, 3:15pm

   Lower Kaimai crash: Person seriously injured, SH29 lane blocked (opens in new tab)