Police are currenltly attending reports of a three-car vehicle crash which occurred at about 3.38pm on Napier Road, Papatawa, in the Tararua District.
One person has serious injuries and six people have moderate injuries.
A helicopter is en route for transport.
The road is closed between Woodville and Dannevirke while emergency services are at the scene.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area.
ENDS
Issued by Police Media Centre