File photo. Photo: 123RF
A large slip is covering both lanes of State Highway 2 near Waiotahe in the Bay of Plenty.
The slip, to the west of the village between Waiotahi Valley Back Road and Paerata Ridge Road, has closed the highway.
Motorists have been asked to avoid the area or expect delays.
New Zealand Transport Agency says diversions will be in place until further notice.
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