A motorcycle crashed on River Road at around 1:10pm.

Diversions remain in place while the Serious Crash Unit examine the scene.

Police are asking motorists to avoid the area if possible.

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01 Feb: A tick of approval from Wellington Phoenix wingback Lara Wall on the latest reinforcements to their A-League women's side

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30 Jan: All to play for for the Wellington Phoenix men, in their 500th A-League match tonight in the capital

30 Jan: Missing out on a spot at the airport is largely to blame for a Wellington taxi company's failure

29 Jan: Police say their thoughts are with the family and friends, of two people recovered from a helicopter crash north of Wellington yesterday, at Paekakariki

28 Jan: Police have closed access to Battle Hill Forest Park - as searches for a downed helicopter continue north of Wellington

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