State Highway 6 Hira – Whangamoa closed due to crash (SH6 now open)
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi | 13 May 2025 4:30pm | Nelson and Marlborough
4.30pm
State Highway 6 has now reopened following the crash earlier this afternoon.
There may be short delays for drivers as queued traffic clears at the crash site.
4:16pm
Drivers travelling between Nelson and Blenheim can expect delays following a crash on State Highway 6 this afternoon.
The incident occurred between Hira and the Whangamoa Saddle. It was reported shortly before 3:30 PM today.
Emergency services are at the scene, but State Highway 6 is closed between Hira and Whangamoa.
Drivers should avoid the area and delay their travel. There are no local road detours available, and the only alternative route between Blenheim and Nelson is via State Highway 63 and Wairau Valley/St Arnaud. This route adds approximately an additional 35 minutes to travel times between Blenheim and Nelson.
Drivers are urged to check the highway’s status before they travel. Updates can be found on the NZTA/Waka Kotahi website.