A truck has lost its load, scattering debris across State Highway One at Motutere Bay, on the shores of Lake Taupo.
The southbound lane is closed and police advise motorists to avoid the area if possible.
23 Aug 2011
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- Manawanui sinking: Salvage process begins as diesel continues to leak from wreck
- Can the RBNZ claim victory over inflation? What economists say
- Abuse in care: Medical Council to apologise to Lake Alice survivor Steve Watt
- Daughter of New Plymouth councillor facing hefty fine for fruit trees and vegetable garden
- Kiwi mapping digital art by running across Melbourne
