No detour available, and NZTA is advising motorists to delay travel.

The Serious Crash unit is investigating the crash, which happened around 6 this evening.

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Living & Travel:
Powerball will be worth $30 million in Wednesday night's draw after $28 million eluded players this evening 21:57

Rugby:
Canterbury rugby coach Marty Bourke's hailing his team's culture and depth, after beating Otago in the NPC final in Christchurch 21:16

Rugby:
They've won the NPC rugby crown for the first time since 20-17, and farewelled their so-called "temporary" home since 20-12 18:57

Boxing:
Undefeated heavyweight boxer Fabio Wardley has outlined his keys to victory against Joseph Parker in tomorrow's bout for the WBO interim title in London 18:47

Cricket:
Canterbury have won another all-South Island showdown in Christchurch in cricket's Plunket Shield, beating Otago by six wickets 18:37

Rugby:
A full-circle moment for Canterbury and their so-called "temporary" stadium ... on Gold Sport 18:07

Cricket:
Kyle Jamieson's been ruled out of the Black Caps' one-day series against England after experiencing stiffness in his left side during today's training at Bay Oval 17:27

Health & Safety:
A warning to avoid consuming shellfish from the Taranaki coast 17:17

Rugby:
To today's NPC rugby final in Christchurch, where Canterbury and Otago have been trading tries 16:57

Politics:
Dame Noeline Taurua is reportedly back in charge of the Silver Ferns ... but not quite yet 16:17

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