One dead, SH1 closed after two-vehicle crash near Taupō

One person has died following a crash between two vehicles near Taupō this morning.

Emergency services were called to the scene on State Highway 1 in Wairakei, between Link Road and Kauri Drive, at around 7.30am.

"Two people from one vehicle have minor injuries, while the sole occupant of the second vehicle died at the scene," police said.

Hato Hone St John said those with minor injuries were taken to Taupō hospital.

State Highway 1 remained closed, and the serious crash unit was investigating.

"Enquiries into the cause of the crash are ongoing," police said.