The death has been referred to the coroner.

Emergency services were called to the single vehicle crash on Waipa Heights Rd around 10.50am.

Police say a Taupō road remains closed this morning as they examine the scene.

The death has been referred to the coroner.

He died on Wednesday, devastating his family, which includes three children under age 10.

Police were called to the Poihipi Rd crash at 7.25pm on Sunday.