Tag: desert_road
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Media Monitor: Road closures, pet support, and regenerative farming
Radio New Zealand is reporting on several stories this morning. The Desert Road, also known as State Highway 1 in the North Island, is closed due to snow. Warnings have also been issued for the South Island. Separately, The Big…
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Appeal for Information After Fatal Crash on Desert Road
Police are appealing for information regarding a fatal crash on the Desert Road/State Highway 1 on Saturday, June 7th. The incident, involving a yellow Suzuki Swift travelling southbound near Turangi, was reported to police just before 1:10pm. Authorities are urging…
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Desert Road to Reopen After Fatal Crash
The Desert Road is expected to reopen around 6:45 p.m. today, following a fatal crash. Emergency services and contractors have been working at the scene. Motorists are thanked for their patience. For updates on the road opening, check journeys.nzta.govt.nz/regions/bay-of-plenty.
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Fatal Crash Closes Desert Road
One person has died following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway One (Desert Road). Police were called to the scene at approximately 1.10pm today. One person was found deceased at the location. The Serious Crash Unit is examining the site,…
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Crash Blocks State Highway One, Desert Road
State Highway One, Desert Road, is currently blocked due to a two-vehicle crash that occurred this afternoon. Emergency services were alerted to the incident at approximately 1:10 PM. Early reports suggest that the crash has resulted in serious injuries. The…
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MetService Cancels Snowfall Warning for Desert Road (SH1)
A Road Snowfall Warning for Desert Road (SH1), issued at 12:20pm on Saturday, June 7, 2025, has been cancelled. MetService reports that snow is no longer expected to affect the road. The warning, originally issued by the Meteorological Service of…
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