5:30 pm crash on State Highway 16 in Huapai closed the road, involving a vehicle and motorbike; motorbike rider seriously injured.

At 5:30 pm, a serious crash involving a vehicle and motorbike occurred on State Highway 16 in Huapai, resulting in the motorbike rider in a serious condition. Main Road/State Highway 16 is closed, with diversions in place at Tapu and Oraha Roads intersections, causing delays for commuters. The Serious Crash Unit is expected at the scene.