Major crash on Auckland’s Southwestern motorway

Multiple vehicles have been caught up in a crash on Auckland’s Southwestern motorway, with commuters experiencing major delays as a result.

A “secondary crash” has then blocked a lane heading in the other direction, according to NZTA Waka Kotahi.

The first crash happened just before 6.30am in the southbound lanes of State Highway 20, after the Hillsborough Rd onramp.

Both lanes heading south are blocked, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi said.

The agency is telling motorists to carefully merge onto the motorway’s shoulder to pass.

Delays are expected until the road is fully cleared and people should hold off travelling if possible.

Police said the crash was reported to them around 6.30am.

“Lengthy delays are expected in the area while emergency services respond and motorists are encouraged to take alternate routes where possible.

“At this stage no serious injuries have been reported for either crash.”

Ten minutes later, NZTA said a secondary crash was blocking the right northbound lane before the Hillsborough Rd off-ramp.

“Merge with care to pass and expect delays until cleared,” the agency tweeted.