Emergency services are responding to the scene of a crash on State Highway 33, Pyes Pa Road, between Tauranga and Rotorua.

"Police responded to reports of a single vehicle crash involving a motorbike on Pyes Pa Road near Te Matai Road, Nawaro, around 4.40pm," says a police spokesperson.

"One person is being transported to hospital in a moderate to serious condition.

"The road was partially blocked as emergency services responded but should be clear soon."

Motorists are advised to drive with caution and expect delays.

At the scene?

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