A crash has occurred at the intersection of Captain Springs Road and Neilson Street in Onehunga, Auckland at about 5.25pm tonight.

A driver collided with a power pole, which is now on a lean and the pole will take at least four hours to be fixed.

The road will be closed while this is being done.

Cordons are in place, so motorists are advised to take alternate routes, or delay travel.

Police thank motorists for their patience.