May 16, 2025

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Incident Overview
A fatal two-vehicle crash occurred on the Bunya Highway , near Goomeri , Queensland, on Friday, May 16, 2025 , at approximately 5:00 am , claiming the life of a 48-year-old local man .

The collision involved a LDV dual cab utility and a Mazda 121 traveling in opposite directions when they struck each other just between Heaths Road and Holznagal Road in Manyung , near Goomeri.

The driver of the Mazda , from Goomeri, was pronounced deceased at the scene . The driver of the LDV , a 25-year-old man, was taken to hospital with injuries but is reported to be in stable condition .

The Queensland Police Service Forensic Crash Unit is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and has appealed for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

“The driver and sole occupant of the Mazda… died at the scene.”
— Queensland Police Service statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, May 16, 2025 (approximately 5:00 am).
  • Location: Bunya Highway, Manyung, near Goomeri, Queensland — between Heaths Road and Holznagal Road.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **Mazda 121**, driven by the deceased 48-year-old man from Goomeri.
  • An **LDV dual cab utility**, driven by a 25-year-old man who survived and was transported to hospital in stable condition.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 48-year-old male driver of the Mazda 121 died at the scene following the impact.
  • Non-Fatal Injuries:
    • The 25-year-old male LDV driver was treated and taken to hospital in stable condition.

Emergency Response

  • Police and paramedics responded immediately after reports of a serious crash were received.
  • Paramedics confirmed the death of the Mazda driver at the site, while the LDV driver was assessed and transported for further care.

“The driver and sole occupant of the LDV… has been transported to hospital in a stable condition.”
— Queensland Police update

Police Investigation
The Forensic Crash Unit is leading the investigation into the cause of the crash, focusing on:

  • The sequence of events that led to the head-on collision on Bunya Highway.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and signage at the time of the early morning crash.
  • Potential factors such as speed, distraction, fatigue, or impairment involving either driver.

Authorities are reviewing available evidence and have urged members of the public to assist with their inquiry.

Community Impact
This tragic crash has deeply affected the rural community of Goomeri , particularly due to the loss of a local resident. It highlights the risks associated with early-morning travel and head-on collisions on regional roads like the Bunya Highway , where crashes can often result in severe outcomes.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of the Bunya Highway between Heaths Road and Holznagal Road around 5:00 am on May 16, 2025 , is urged to contact police: