Serious Crash Closes Monaro Highway, One Hospitalised
A serious collision between a car and a truck has closed the Monaro Highway's southbound lanes near Royalla. One person is in hospital with serious injuries. Traffic is being diverted.
A serious collision between a car and a truck has closed the Monaro Highway's southbound lanes near Royalla. One person is in hospital with serious injuries. Traffic is being diverted.
A 17-year-old girl has died and two others are fighting for life after a serious crash on Appin Road. Police are investigating the collision between a ute and a sedan.
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A woman and a truck driver suffered serious head injuries in separate early morning crashes in NSW, prompting road closures and helicopter rescues. Get the latest traffic updates.
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A serious crash has forced the closure of all lanes on Wanneroo Road in Perth's north. Police are on scene, urging motorists to find alternate routes. More details here.
A major truck crash on Picton Rd at Cataract has left 13 injured, with one man fighting for life. The road is closed as police investigate. Get the latest updates.
A major multi-vehicle crash involving a truck has closed Picton Road near Cataract. One driver is in a critical condition with chest injuries. Read the latest updates on the emergency response.
Police hold serious concerns for the welfare of 20-year-old Eghan Khun, last seen on King Street, Warrawong in the early hours of Tuesday. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
Portarlington Road in Moolap was closed after a serious single-vehicle crash where a car flipped. Police are investigating the incident. Read the latest updates.
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Emergency services rushed to a serious crash on the Hamilton Highway near Inverleigh. The road was closed as crews worked to free a trapped driver. Read the latest updates.
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