Two people have died following a crash near State Highway 29.

Emergency services were called to the intersection of SH29 and Pond Rd, near Matamata, about 8pm on Sunday.

Police say the motorcyclist and their passenger died at the scene.

"Another person was transported to hospital in a moderate condition. 

"The Serious Crash Unit has been advised."

Inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the crash are ongoing.