School van crashes near Cambridge

Emergency services from across the Waipa District are currently at the scene of a crash near Cambridge that left a driver and students injured and others shaken.

Sergeant Warren Shaw of the Te Awamutu Strategic Traffic Unit said the crash involving a mini-van carrying a group of students happened on Maungatautari Rd about 12.35pm.

"It appears the driver of the school bus/ van lost control of the vehicle on a wet road and the vehicle left the road and crashed into a tree.

"The driver suffered serious leg injuries and was taken to Waikato Hospital by ambulance while four students suffered minor injuries and were taken to Tokoroa Hospital."

Three other students travelling in the van were unhurt but shaken by their ordeal.

Mr Shaw said the crash could have been a lot worse and was a timely reminder to drive to the conditions and if they change reduce your speed.

Maungatautari Rd remains open and the scene is expected to be cleared shortly.