Two others sustained injuries in the two-vehicle crash early this evening.
The road remains closed at the intersection with Law Rd.
One person was critically injured in the crash, which closed the highway for seven hours.
Initial reports suggest there are serious injuries from the two-car crash.
Police say a Taupō road remains closed this morning as they examine the scene.
Investigating officers are now working to piece together the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision in Allanton on Friday evening.