Emergency services were kept busy overnight following a number of car crashes across the country.
A serious crash in Maruia in the Tasman District around 9pm last night left one person dead and six people injured.
One of those injured was flown to Christchurch Hospital in a serious condition.
The other occupants remain in a serious and moderate conditions.
Two helicopters and four ambulances were in attendance at the scene of the crash.
Meanwhile in Kumeu, Waitemata one car collided with a tree killing both occupants.
One person has been left in a critical condition after a single vehicle crash on State Highway One just outside of Te Horo, Kapiti Coast around 10pm.
All accidents are being investigated by the serious crash unit.
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