A bus crash at 4.20pm has blocked the road east of Zita Road, Manly. Both lanes are blocked and traffic is unable to get past into Gulf Harbour.
Traffic is currently backed up to Whangaparaoa.
Traffic is heavy from Silverdale but is moving.
No-one on board the bus is thought to be injured and a heavy haulage truck is on site and working to remove the bus.
Extensive traffic delays are expected and Police advise motorists to avoid travelling in this area if possible.
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Issued by Beth Bates/Waitemata Police
*****Update at 2100hrs*****
Whangaparaoa Road is now open from this incident and traffic flowing in the area.