A young girl has died after a collision in Matapihi.

Police confirm the five-year-old was riding her bike when involved in a collision with a vehicle in Matapihi Road.

The crash occurred at approximately 1.20pm today.

The incident involved a 4x4 utility and a five-year-old girl riding a bicycle.

The scene is the intersection of Matapihi and Waikari roads.

The driver of the vehicle attempted to assist the child but she died of her injuries at the scene.

No details of the deceased child's name are yet available.

The Police Serious Crash Unit is in attendance.

"An investigation into the cause of the crash is underway," says a statement from police.

"This will involve a scene examination, interview of witnesses and vehicle examination. The cause of the crash will not be known until the investigation has been completed."

The road is currently closed and will remain so for several hours.