Emergency services are responding to a serious crash involving a car and a motorcycle on SH 26/ Paeroa Kopu Road, Hikutaia.

The crash was reported around 2:30pm and initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.

Waka Kotahi NZTA advise that due to the serious crash the road is closed between Wharepoa Rd and Townsend Rd.

"Allow extra time for detour," says an NZTA spokesperson.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use an alternative route where possible.

Northbound Traffic: Turn left onto Hubbard Rd, right onto SH2, right onto Hauraki Rd, right onto SH25.

Southbound Traffic: Use SH25, left onto Hauraki Rd, left onto SH2, left onto Hubbard Rd, right onto SH26.

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