The NZ Transport Agency said State Highway 30 is expected to remain closed for quite some time. Photo: NZTA
Two people are dead after two cars collided on a Bay of Plenty highway.
Road closures are in place after two cars collided on State Highway 30 in Tikitere, a suburb in Rotorua, about 4.20am on Thursday.
Police said two people were found dead at the scene, and a third person received moderate injuries.
Diversions are in place at the intersections of State Highway 30/State Highway 33 and State Highway 30/Matahi Road.
The NZ Transport Agency said State Highway 30 is expected to remain closed for quite some time.