Lanes blocked, Christchurch Northern Motorway, Kaiapoi

Lanes blocked, Christchurch Northern Motorway, Kaiapoi

NZ Police
24 Feb 2026, 18:12 GMT+

One northbound and one southbound lane are blocked following two separate vehicle incidents this morning near Kaiapoi.

Police were alerted to both at around 5am.

On the southern side of the motorway a two-vehicle crash occurred - there are no reported injuries.

On the northbound side of the motorway a person has stopped their vehicle in a lane and has now been taken to hospital.

Police are working to clear both lanes.

Motorists should expect delays.

ENDS

Issued by the Police Media Centre.

Source: NZ Police

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