Crash causing congestion around Auckland's Waterview Tunnel 11 Jan, 2021 12:43 AM Quick Read Traffic is backing up near the southbound entrance to the Waterview Tunnel in Auckland after a crash. Photo / NZTA Traffic is backing up near the southbound entrance to the Waterview Tunnel in Auckland after a crash. Photo / NZTA NZ Herald Traffic is backing up along one of Auckland's major arterial routes after a crash near Waterview Tunnel. Two lanes were initially blocked at the entrance to the Southbound Waterview Tunnel after the crash about 1.20pm, according to the NZ Transport Agency. Emergency services are at the scene and motorists are advised to consider an alternative route or expect delays.