June 11, 2025

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Incident Overview

A fatal two-car crash occurred on Friday, May 23, 2025, at approximately 12:00 pm on McEwan Road, Kyabram, Victoria, in the Goulburn River Valley region, about two and a half hours north of Melbourne.

The incident involved an 84-year-old woman from Rushworth, driving a Volkswagen Golf, which collided with a Nissan Navara. She was taken to hospital following the crash but died from her injuries on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 — more than three weeks later.

The driver of the Nissan, a 45-year-old woman, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was treated in hospital.

Victoria Police are still investigating the cause of the collision and have urged witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

“The woman… died from her injuries on Tuesday.”
— Victoria Police statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, May 23, 2025 (approximately 12:00 pm).
  • Location: McEwan Road, Kyabram, Victoria — in the Goulburn River Valley, two and a half hours north of Melbourne.

Vehicles Involved

  • A Volkswagen Golf, driven by an 84-year-old woman who later died from her injuries.
  • A Nissan Navara, driven by a 45-year-old woman who suffered minor injuries.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 84-year-old driver of the Volkswagen Golf died three weeks after the crash on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
  • Non-Life-Threatening Injuries:
    • The driver of the Nissan Navara was taken to hospital for treatment but did not suffer life-threatening injuries.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics responded to the crash on McEwan Road and transported the elderly woman to hospital.
  • She passed away weeks later, highlighting the severity of her injuries.

“The woman… died from her injuries on Tuesday.”
— Victoria Police update

Police Investigation

Victoria Police are examining:

  • The sequence of events leading to the collision between the two vehicles on McEwan Road.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, distraction, or mechanical failure.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage from the McEwan Road area around 12:00 pm on May 23, 2025.

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

Community Impact

This tragic incident has deeply affected the Kyabram community, particularly due to the loss of an elderly resident. It also highlights the risks faced by older drivers and the importance of road safety awareness in rural areas.

With 140 lives lost on Victorian roads this year, this case adds to the growing concerns about road safety in regional Victoria.

Appeal for Information

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the McEwan Road area in Kyabram around 12:00 pm on May 23, 2025, is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers Victoria: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact Victoria Police directly via local station or through the official website.