One dead after Bay of Plenty crash, SH35 closed

One person has died after a collision between a motorbike and a van at Waihau Bay.
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One person has died after a collision between a motorbike and a van at Waihau Bay.

One person has died after a serious crash between a motorbike and a light van in the eastern Bay of Plenty. 

The crash occurred at Waihau Bay shortly after 2pm. 

St John confirmed no hospital transportation was required for the patient. 

State Highway 35 is closed as a result of the crash, according to NZTA. 

Drivers should avoid travelling through the area if possible. 

It's one of two fatal crashes involving motorbikes in the North Island on Sunday afternoon. Another person died following a crash between a motorbike and car near the Kaimai summit around 3.30pm.