SH3 was closed between Te Kūiti and SH4. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller
A person has died following a crash involving two vehicles and a boat on State Highway 3 near Te Kūiti.
Police confirmed one person had died and a boat had been involved.
New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), said the road had been closed at 12.45pm on Friday between Te Kūiti and SH4.
"Delay your journey and expect long delays," it said.
The road was re-opened on Friday evening.
A police spokesperson said the Serious Crash Unit attended and completed a scene examination.
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