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State Highway One near Taihape reopens following serious crash

February 2, 2020

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State Highway One at Taihape has reopened following a serious crash this morning which closed both lanes. 

St John have confirmed to 1 NEWS one person is in serious condition while two other people are moderate. 

Police said a helicopter was at the scene earlier.

The crash occurred between Gorge Road and Rauma Road. 

Police were called to the scene just after 8am today.

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