Multiple crashes in Auckland on Jan. 11, 2026, caused injuries, power outages, and traffic delays.

On January 11, 2026, multiple vehicle crashes in Auckland disrupted traffic across the city. A crash in Birkenhead caused a car to flip, injuring one person moderately; another in Brown’s Bay knocked down power lines but caused no injuries; and a two-vehicle collision at Kirby Street and Great North Road blocked lanes and footpaths, leading to delays and rerouting. Emergency services responded to all scenes, with traffic disruptions lasting several hours. No further details about causes or drivers were released.