June 9, 2025

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Incident Overview
A fatal traffic crash occurred on Wednesday, June 9, 2025 , at approximately 12:20 pm at the intersection of McKinnon Drive and Louis Bazzo Drive in Cootharaba, Noosa, Queensland , involving a white Mitsubishi Magna and a white Triumph Tiger motorcycle .

The motorcycle rider , a 76-year-old man from Glass House Mountains , was pronounced dead at the scene after the collision. The driver of the car , a 59-year-old woman from Cooroibah , sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to Sunshine Coast University Hospital for treatment.

Queensland Police’s Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the incident and has urged witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

“The rider… died at the scene.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Wednesday, June 9, 2025 (approximately 12:20 pm).
  • Location: Intersection of **McKinnon Drive and Louis Bazzo Drive**, **Cootharaba, Noosa, Queensland** — a busy suburban area.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **white Mitsubishi Magna**, driven by a **59-year-old woman** who was injured but not critically.
  • A **white Triumph Tiger motorcycle**, ridden by a **76-year-old man** who died at the scene.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The **76-year-old motorbike rider** died at the scene following the collision with the **Mitsubishi Magna**.
  • Non-Life-Threatening Injuries:
    • The **driver of the car** was taken to hospital with **minor injuries**.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics and police responded swiftly to reports of a serious crash at the intersection.
  • The motorcyclist was confirmed dead at the site, while the car driver was assessed and transported for further care.

“The driver of the Mitsubishi… was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.”
— Queensland Police update

Police Investigation
Queensland Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the **collision between the car and motorcycle**.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as **speed, distraction, or mechanical failure**.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the **McKinnon Drive and Louis Bazzo Drive intersection** around **12:20 pm on June 9, 2025**.

Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information or video evidence to contact Crime Stoppers or submit details via Policelink .

Community Impact
This tragic event has raised concerns about road safety in Noosa , particularly for motorcyclists on busy intersections . It serves as a reminder to all drivers to remain alert and cautious when sharing the road with two-wheeled vehicles.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the McKinnon Drive and Louis Bazzo Drive intersection in Cootharaba around 12:20 pm on June 9, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities: