Emergency services are responding to a two-vehicle crash in Whakamārama, north of Tauranga.
A witness said the crash happened on Barrett Rd off State Highway 2 about 3.15pm.
They said the crash involved two vehicles – one with a trailer, and police had arrived.
Traffic on the highway was moving slowly.
A police spokesperson said emergency services were called about 3.20pm.
The road looked partially blocked.
Fire and Emergency northern communications shift manager Simon Lyford said two crews responded from Ōmokoroa and Tauranga brigades about 3.30pm.
He confirmed there were no one was trapped, but there were minor injuries.
He said crews assisted with scene protection before handing over to the police.
A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said one ambulance responded to the scene.
"Our ambulance staff assessed three patients at the scene, all in minor conditions.
"No transport to hospital was required."
1 comment
Barrels road intrsection.
Posted on 01-06-2026 08:25 | By Watchdog
I wonder if this intersection could be turned. Into a roundabout. It is surprising that people have not been killed there. It is currently a dangerous place to cross into the state highway. A roundabout might help.
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