Emergency services are at the scene of a two-car crash at Newnham.
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Police said the crash is blocking Alvanvale Road at Tompsons Lane.
Tasmania Police Sergeant Stuart Greenwood said it appeared an elderly man driving a yellow sedan crashed into the rear of a silver RAV4.
The driver of the RAV4 was attempting to turn left from Alvanvale Road at the time of the crash, Sergeant Greenwood said.
The elderly man received minor injuries and was taken to the Launceston General Hospital as a precaution.
The crash caused significant damage to both cars.
A tow truck is at the scene, and police are expecting the road to remain blocked until 2pm.
Motorists are advised to avoid travelling in the area on Tuesday.