66-Year-Old Woman Dies After Mobility Scooter Collision – Biloela, QLD – 23 August 2025

What happened

Incident Overview

A fatal crash occurred in Biloela on Saturday afternoon, August 23, 2025, when a white Toyota Landcruiser collided with a motorised wheelchair at the intersection of Kroombit Street and Gladstone Road. The 66-year-old woman riding the mobility scooter was transported to Rockhampton Hospital, where she later died from her injuries. The driver of the Landcruiser, a 67-year-old man from Rosewood, remained at the scene and is assisting police with their investigation.

“A woman on the mobility scooter, a 66-year-old Biloela woman, was transported to Rockhampton Hospital where she later passed away due to her injuries.” — Queensland Police Service

• Crash Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025 (approximately 3:15 pm)
• Location: Intersection of Kroombit Street and Gladstone Road, Biloela, Queensland

• White Toyota Landcruiser, driven by a 67-year-old man from Rosewood
• Motorised wheelchair, operated by a 66-year-old woman from Biloela

• Fatality:
  • 66-year-old woman from Biloela, rider of motorised wheelchair, later died in hospital.
• Serious Injuries:
  • No serious injuries reported beyond the fatality.
• No Injuries:
  • 67-year-old male driver of the Toyota Landcruiser, uninjured and remained at the scene.

The fatal crash has deeply affected the Biloela community, particularly as the victim was a long-time local resident. The incident highlights the vulnerability of mobility scooter users on Queensland roads and has raised awareness of safety at regional intersections with mixed traffic.

Emergency Response

• Police and emergency services attended the intersection shortly after 3:15 pm.
• The woman was transported to Rockhampton Hospital in critical condition but later died from her injuries.
• The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

“The Forensic Crash Unit (FCU) are investigating a fatal traffic crash in Biloela yesterday afternoon.” — Queensland Police Service

Investigation

Queensland Police are examining:

• The circumstances of the collision between the Toyota Landcruiser and the motorised wheelchair at Kroombit Street and Gladstone Road.
• Driver behaviour, road conditions, and visibility at the time of the incident.
• Any CCTV or dashcam footage from motorists or residents in the Biloela area.

Appeal for Information

Authorities are urging anyone with information or dashcam/CCTV 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)