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Motorcyclist seriously hurt in crash

Saturday 14 January 2012, 6:10PM

By New Zealand Police

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NELSON

A motorcyclist was airlifted to Nelson Hospital in a serious condition following a crash on the Whangamoa Saddle near Nelson today.

The accident happened about 3.30pm near the summit of the Whangamoas when the 56 year-old male rider collided with a bank.

An investigation into the cause of the accident is under way, but Police said speed appeared to be a factor.