The road has re-opened after a crash that blocked State Highway 1 on the Rakaia Bridge this afternoon. In an update just after 3pm today police confirmed the road had re-opened, although said traffic remained heavy in the area and delays were to be expected. Police earlier said they were called to a two-vehicle crash, involving a car and truck, about 12.40pm. There were no injuries reported. In an update at 1.45pm NZTA said traffic was moving using a Stop/Go system.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 31, 2025 00:36 UTC