5 Feb 2026

Three people hurt after crash in Waikato

4:20 pm on 5 February 2026
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Cambridge Road near Racecourse Road heading towards State Highway 1 was closed. Photo: RNZ / Tim Brown

Three people are injured after two vehicles collided in Cambridge, Waikato.

Police said Cambridge Road near Racecourse Road heading towards State Highway 1 was closed after the crash, which was reported just after 2pm.

Three people are injured, one in a serious condition and two sustaining moderate injuries, a police spokesperson said.

"They are receiving medical attention," they said. "The road will remain closed as emergency services work the scene.

The Serious Crash Unit has been advised."

Cordons are in place at SH1 Cambridge East exit for southbound traffic and Peake Road for northbound traffic.

Police ask motorists to choose alternative routes or delay travel.

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