Update: State Highway 2 closed at Kaitoke following crash (SH2 now OPEN)

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi | 7 Feb 2026 5:35pm


5:35 pm

State Highway 2 has reopened at Kaitoke following this afternoon’s crash.

Drivers can expect ongoing delays until queued traffic clears and are asked to take extra care when travelling through the crash site.


4:35 pm

People travelling between  Upper Hutt and Wairarapa are asked to delay their travel following a multi-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 near Kaitoke this afternoon.

The incident was reported shortly after 4 pm – emergency services are at the scene.

State Highway 2 is now closed at Waterworks Road Intersection. No local road detours are available.