The scene at the crossing this morning. Photo: RNZ / Calvin Samuel
Train services between Avondale and Swanson in Auckland have been cancelled after a train hit a car.
Auckland Transport said all western services will instead only run from Waitematā to Avondale until further notice.
Police were called at 8.20am on Friday after a collison between a train and a vehicle.
Photo: RNZ / Calvin Samuel
Hato Hone St John was also notified of the incident on St Georges Road and Chalmers Street, Avondale.
One ambulance responded with officers assessing and treating one person at the scene, a spokesperson said.
The person did not need to be taken to hospital.
Chalmers Street, Avondale is closed following the crash while emergency services clear the scene.
Photo: RNZ / Calvin Samuel
The Auckland Railway Operations Centre has confirmed all rail services on the Western Line north of Avondale have been suspended until further notice.
Auckland Transport said all western services will instead only run from Waitematā to Avondale until further notice.
AT says scheduled buses are accepting all train tickets.
People are also asked to refer to the journey planner for alternative travel arrangements.
Police and Railway Operations are undertaking enquiries to establish how the crash has occurred.
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