All students and kaiako are safe in Rotorua crash

All Students and Kaiako Are Safe in Rotorua Crash

Police reported that one person died following a crash in Rotorua last night. The accident occurred on Te Ngae Road involving a bus and a car, and was reported to Police at 9:15 pm.

A passenger in the car was killed, while the driver and another passenger suffered critical injuries. The bus was carrying passengers at the time, but fortunately, those on board sustained only minor injuries.

Investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing.

Details About the Bus Passengers

According to Waatea, the bus was transporting children from Kaiti School in Gisborne after attending a kapa haka event. Three students who were admitted to the hospital have since been discharged.

“All students and kaiako are safe. Our hearts and aroha are with our team and their whānau,” said Potaka Ayton.

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Summary: A tragic crash in Rotorua involved a car and a bus carrying schoolchildren; one car passenger died, while students and staff on the bus remained safe with minor injuries.

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Waatea News Waatea News — 2025-11-06

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