One person dies in single-vehicle crash near Waihau Bay
Monday 12 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Fire and Emergency New Zealand
One person died at the scene following a single-vehicle crash on Orete Point Rd in the eastern Bay of Plenty on Monday. Police and Fire and Emergency New Zealand responded to the incident shortly after midday. Motorists were advised to avoid the area while emergency services attended the scene.
Key facts
4 facts
- One person died in a single-vehicle crash
- The crash occurred on Orete Point Rd near Waihau Bay
- Police were called to the scene at 12.05pm on Monday
- The Serious Crash Unit is investigating the incident
The full story
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One person has died following a single-vehicle crash on Orete Point Road near Waihau Bay. Police were alerted to the incident at approximately 12.05pm on Monday.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand dispatched one fire truck to the scene, but crews handed the incident over to police upon arrival. Police stated, “Sadly, one person has died at the scene. Our thoughts are with their loved ones during this difficult time”.
The Serious Crash Unit has been advised and investigations into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. Motorists have been asked to avoid Orete Point Road while emergency services work at the scene.
Compiled from reports by Stuff and NZ Herald.