Car vs power pole causes delays in city

17:30 - A two car accident on the intersection of Ruahine Street and Wellington Road is causing large traffic delays. Police will have it cleared shortly however motorists are advised to avoid this area for the next half hour.

No injuries have been reported. 

Update re the crash on Ruahine Street/Wellington Road.....this is one vehicle a power pole.

The power pole will need to be removed and this may take up to an hour.

Motorist should avoid using Mt Vic tunnel and Constable Street if heading to the Kilbirnie/Miramar area, as these street have a backlog of traffic