Update 2.30pm: The Illawarra Highway has been reopened in both directions on the Macquarie Pass following a car and motorcycle accident halfway up the Pass. 

All lanes are open and diversions have been lifted. 

There are no significant delays to motorists in the area. 

The Illawarra Highway is closed in both directions on the Macquarie Pass due to a car and motorcycle accident halfway up the pass around midday. 

Emergency services are on scene and the motorcyclist is being attended to by paramedics for minor injuries.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and delay their journey.

There are no local diversions available. 

Traffic is heavy in both directions and motorists approaching the accident site are advised to allow additional travel time and expect delays.

Emergency services are on site working to clear the accident and reopen the highway. 

For the latest traffic information, visit www.livetraffic.com or call 132 701.