By RNZ
The Transport Agency says the Mount Victoria tunnel has now fully reopened after a crash.
Police were called to a two-car crash on State Highway 1 in the southbound lane near the entrance to the tunnel around 2.30pm.
One person received minor injuries, a police spokesperson said.
About 3.30pm, the Transport Agency said emergency services and contractors were on site with a tow on the way to clear the crashed vehicles.
ā RNZ