The holiday road toll has risen to four after a person died in a serious crash on State Highway 25 this morning.
Four others sustained minor injuries in the crash between Thames and Coromandel.
Emergency services were called to the scene, between Te Puru Creek Road and Valder Place, just before 9am. Two cars were involved in the crash, according to police.
Drivers travelling between Thames and Coromandel have been urged to delay travel or take an alternative route, as the road is expected to be closed for some time.
Police said: “The road is expected to remain closed for several hours.”