Six people have been taken to hospital following a head-on crash in Queenstown. A Fire and Emergency NZ spokeswoman said crews were called after reports of a two-car collision on the Queenstown-Glenorchy Rd, in the suburb of Fernhill, about 6.20pm today. Three fire appliances and two ambulances were sent to the scene, as well as police. A Hato Hone St John spokesman said six patients were taken to Lakes District Hospital - three with moderate injuries and three in a minor condition. The road is fully blocked and Queenstown Lakes District Council staff were getting to the scene.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 22, 2025 05:50 UTC