Two seriously hurt in crash

9:15 am on 2 September 2025
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The two-vehicle accident happened just after 7:50am at the intersection of Riverpoint Road and Wharerata Road, Matawhero. Photo: RNZ / Tim Brown

Two people have been seriously injured in a crash in the East Coast region.

The two-vehicle accident happened just after 7:50am at the intersection of Riverpoint Road and Wharerata Road, Matawhero.

Wharerata Road was currently closed, police advising motorists to avoid the area and expect delays.

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