February 28, 2026

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Incident Overview
A two-vehicle crash on the Centenary Highway at Spring Mountain has claimed the life of a 21-year-old woman. Police say two Toyota Landcruisers travelling in opposite directions collided near exit 33.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, 27 February 2026 (about 5.25pm)
  • Location: Centenary Highway near exit 33, Spring Mountain, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Purple Toyota Landcruiser
  • White Toyota Landcruiser

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 21-year-old woman from Purga, driver of the purple Toyota Landcruiser; transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a critical condition and died on 28 February from her injuries.
  • Injuries:
    • 23-year-old man from Greenbank, driver of the white Toyota Landcruiser; sustained minor injuries and was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene and the Forensic Crash Unit is investigating.
  • Both drivers were transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
  • Road closures and diversions were not specified.

Police Investigation
Investigations into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing. Police have asked that the incident be referenced as QP2600390172.

  • Charges laid, if any, were not specified.
  • Court appearances were not specified.

Community Impact
The death of the young driver has affected the local community, with police continuing inquiries into the crash on a major Ipswich-area motorway.

Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the crash, or has relevant dashcam footage from the area around the time of the collision, to come forward.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444.