October 10, 2025

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Incident Overview
A fatal crash involving three vehicles occurred on the Bruce Highway at Apple Tree Creek in the Bundaberg region early Friday morning, October 10, 2025.

Preliminary investigations indicate that just before 2:00 am, a northbound Volvo Prime Mover truck collided with two southbound vehicles — a white Mazda CX-5 and a white Toyota Hilux. The passenger of the Mazda, a 14-year-old girl from Brunswick Heads, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Mazda’s driver, a 22-year-old woman from Sarina, was treated at the scene for minor injuries. The drivers of both the Hilux and the Prime Mover were not physically injured.

“The passenger of the Mazda, a 14-year-old Brunswick Heads girl, was declared deceased at the scene.” — Queensland Police Service

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, October 10, 2025 (just before 2:00 am)
  • Location: Bruce Highway, Apple Tree Creek, Bundaberg Region, Queensland

Vehicles Involved

  • Volvo Prime Mover truck, driven by a 31-year-old Park Ridge man (uninjured)
  • White Mazda CX-5, driven by a 22-year-old Sarina woman (minor injuries)
  • White Toyota Hilux, driven by a 22-year-old Sarina man (uninjured)

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • 14-year-old female passenger from Brunswick Heads, deceased at the scene.
  • Serious Injuries:
    • No serious injuries reported beyond the fatality.
  • Other Injuries:
    • 22-year-old female driver of Mazda CX-5, minor injuries, treated at the scene.
    • 31-year-old male truck driver and 22-year-old male Hilux driver, uninjured.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services were called to the Bruce Highway near Apple Tree Creek just before 2:00 am.
  • Paramedics confirmed the death of the 14-year-old passenger at the scene.
  • The injured Mazda driver was treated by paramedics.
  • The crash site was secured for examination by the Forensic Crash Unit.

“Investigators are appealing for anyone with further information or relevant footage to contact police.” — Queensland Police Service

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the collision between the northbound Volvo Prime Mover and the two southbound vehicles.
  • Contributing factors including driver fatigue, lane position, or potential mechanical issues.
  • Witness statements and dashcam footage from motorists travelling on the Bruce Highway between Bundaberg and Childers at the time.

Community Impact
The tragic death of the 14-year-old girl has deeply affected the Bundaberg and Brunswick Heads communities. The collision has again highlighted the dangers of night-time highway travel and the vulnerability of passengers in high-speed crashes.

Appeal for Information
Authorities are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage to contact:

  • Policelink: Report online at [www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting](https://www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting) or call 131 444
  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at [www.crimestoppersqld.com.au](https://www.crimestoppersqld.com.au)