A driver has been seriously hurt after a truck carrying a load of beehives crashed into a tractor this morning south of Hamilton.
The collision took place on Wharepuhunga Road about 10am, and heavy machinery is being brought in from Hamilton, as well as a helicopter.
The truck tipped over during the crash and the driver was seriously injured.
Beehives were spilled all over the road, police said, but they do not appear to be obstructing rescuers.
Police are requesting assistance from the owner of the hives and traffic diversions are in place.
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