E-scooter and Motorcycle Crashes Send Two to Hospital
Two separate road incidents involving an e-scooter rider and a motorcyclist resulted in hospitalisations in Townsville. Emergency services responded promptly to both crashes.
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SA Chief Justice Wins Court Road Safety Fight
After a years-long campaign, South Australia's Chief Justice is seeing success in improving road and pedestrian safety near Adelaide's court houses. Learn about the new safety measures.
Newcastle councillors feud over Minmi Road speed claims
Newcastle councillors clash over alleged false claims about 40km/h speed limits on Minmi Road as debate over road's future intensifies. Read the full story.
Motorcyclist's road rage ends at police station
A 62-year-old motorcyclist's road rage incident in Mildura culminated with him clinging to a car bonnet all the way to the police station, where he was charged. Watch the shocking footage.
Teen charged over fatal Mountain Creek e-bike crash
A 15-year-old boy faces charges after a tragic e-bike collision claimed the life of 8-year-old Zeke Hondow in Mountain Creek. The incident has sparked calls for tougher e-bike laws across Queensland.
$50M Bruce Highway Safety Upgrade for Notorious Choke Point
The Australian government commits $50 million to upgrade the dangerous Bruce Highway section at Veales Road, improving safety for thousands of daily commuters.
Townsville Road Repairs Called Election Stunt
Townsville residents accuse the Premier of politically motivated road repairs ahead of elections. Local leaders demand permanent infrastructure solutions, not temporary fixes.
Dametto Demands Funding for North Shore Intersection
Townsville's mayor-elect Nick Dametto challenges government's intersection plan, demanding real funding commitment for North Queensland road safety.
Car Crash Sparks Major Emergency Response in Barwon Heads
Emergency services rushed to Barwon Heads Road after a serious car crash, closing the road for hours. Multiple agencies responded to the incident that required extensive rescue operations.
Emergency Crews Respond to Barwon Heads Road Crash
Emergency services rushed to Barwon Heads Road after a serious car crash. Multiple units responded to the incident causing significant traffic delays. Read the latest updates.
Truck Driver Airlifted After Balonne Highway Crash
A truck driver has been flown to Roma Hospital following a serious single-vehicle crash on the Balonne Highway. Emergency services responded to the incident near St George.
Gillies Range Road repairs for 19 sites announced
Major roadworks scheduled for Gillies Range Road with 19 repair sites planned. Temporary traffic changes expected during construction period.
Jetty Road traders fight for survival amid works
Glenelg's Jetty Road traders face a perfect storm of construction and disruption. Mark Raphael says self-interest is trumping decency. Read more on the $40m facelift fallout.
Ex-AFL advocate's horrific injuries after road rage attack
Former AFL Tribunal advocate Iain Findlay suffers shocking injuries in Melbourne road rage attack. Details of the assault and ongoing recovery revealed.
Mission Beach high-range drink driving charge
A 36-year-old man faces court after allegedly recording a BAC of 0.215% while driving near Mission Beach. Read about the police operation and legal consequences.
Energex crews face 300 threats from pets and people
Energex reports nearly 300 attacks on its Queensland workers in the past year, with aggressive pets and people posing major safety risks. Learn how to keep crews safe.
Geelong Nightlife Strip Weekend Road Closures
Little Malop Street in Geelong will close weekends for safety improvements. Local businesses divided over the trial starting February 16. Details here.
Police crackdown on e-scooters after rising deaths
Australian police launch major safety crackdown as e-scooter fatalities surge nationwide. New enforcement measures target dangerous riding behavior.
RAA warns drivers about fake road rule posts
South Australia's RAA warns drivers about fake online posts claiming new road rules. Learn how to spot misinformation and get accurate updates from official sources.
Truck Fire Closes Geelong Ring Road, Causes Delays
A major truck fire has closed Geelong Ring Road, causing significant traffic disruptions. Emergency services are on scene. Avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
Truck rolls near Bynoe River Bridge in Normanton
A truck driver had a lucky escape after his vehicle rolled near the Bynoe River Bridge in Normanton. Emergency services responded quickly to assess the driver's condition.
Worker dies in tragic M1 upgrade accident near Newcastle
A construction worker has died in a horrific workplace accident on the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrade project near Newcastle, sparking WorkSafe investigations and raising safety concerns.
Bentley Pedestrian Hit: Woman Hospitalised with Serious Injuries
A pedestrian has been rushed to Royal Perth Hospital with serious injuries following a shocking vehicle collision on Lawson Street in Bentley. Emergency services responded to the incident that has left the local community shaken.
Drunk driver blows 0.217 in QLD court drama
A North Queensland man has been convicted of high-range drink driving after recording an astonishing blood alcohol reading more than four times the legal limit on an Inham road.
Four Dead in Queensland House Fire Tragedy
A tragic house fire in Emerald, Queensland has claimed four lives, leaving the Central Highlands community in shock as emergency services investigate the cause of the blaze.
Better Roads, Not Speed Cuts, Key to Road Safety
Julie Freeman challenges conventional road safety approaches, arguing infrastructure improvements deliver better results than blanket speed reductions across Western Australia.
FNQ Child Safety Inquiry Moves to Brisbane
Queensland's child protection system faces scrutiny as Far North Queensland officials travel to Brisbane for urgent hearings on regional safety failures.
Airdrill fined $115k over worker's crushing death
A West Australian drilling company has been slapped with a $115,000 penalty for failing to maintain a safe workplace, leading to the tragic death of a worker who was crushed by heavy machinery.
Cliftleigh Head-On Crash: Woman Hospitalised With Serious Injuries
A woman has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries following a dramatic head-on collision on Cliftleigh road. Emergency services remain on scene as investigations continue.
Woman ejected from car in Mt Duneed crash
A woman has suffered serious injuries after being ejected from her car during a terrifying single-vehicle crash in Mt Duneed. Emergency services rushed to the scene as investigations continue into the shocking incident.
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