18 Mar 2025

Two dead after Taranaki crash

9:26 pm on 18 March 2025
police car at night in street

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Two people have died following a crash near New Plymouth.

Emergency services responded shortly before 2pm to the crash involving two vehicles on Main North Road in Onaero.

Two people were found dead inside one of the vehicles, while a third person from the second vehicle was taken to hospital in a moderate condition.

Police say the road remains closed while the Serious Crash Unit investigates.

Meanwhile, Beach Road in Auckland's Browns Bay has closed following a crash.

A single vehicle crashed at about 7.50pm and it is believed the sole occupant is seriously hurt.

Traffic is being diverted and motorists are advised to avoid the area.

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