Emergency services are responding to a serious crash involving a motorcycle and car on Lake Ferry Road (between Kahutara Road and Sinclair Way).
Police were alerted to the crash just before 11.45am.
The motorcyclist is reported to have serious injuries.
A helicopter is assisting.
Motorists are asked to avoid the area.
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