One person has died following a single-vehicle crash in Waikato early today. The police were called to the intersection of Orini and McConnell Rds in Orini about 12:30am. The sole occupant of the car was found dead at the scene. Orini Rd was closed overnight between Rutherford Rd and Tenfoot Rd while the Serious Crash Unit conducted a scene examination. Police inquiries are ongoing.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 31, 2025 08:03 UTC