One person has died after two cars collided in east Auckland.

A Fire and Emergency spokesman said they were called to the crash at 1.15pm on Botany Rd in Golflands.

Fire crews are working to release a person from one of the vehicles.

A St John spokeswoman said they were treating two people at the scene, one with moderate injuries and one with minor injuries

Cordons are currently in place on Botany Rd at Millhouse Dr and Golfland Dr.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area if possible.