A 45-year-old man has died following a fatal crash south of Whangarei today.
About 7.15am a car, heading north on State Highway One, appears to have lost control and crossed the centre line on Smeatons Hill then gone into the path of a fully laden logging truck that was heading south.
The man, who was the sole occupant of the car, has died at the scene. The truck driver was not injured.
Diversions are in place at State Highway One/Managai Road and State Highway One/Maungakaramea Road. These are expected to be in place for the next two hours.
The Serious Crash Unit is at the scene and investigating the cause of the crash.
For media inquiries contact Northland Police Communications Manager Sarah Kennett on 09 945 4650 or 021 192 1099.