April 27, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 50-year-old motorbike rider from Bucca tragically lost his life following a collision with a 2019 Holden Colorado ute on Cedar Road , near the Burnett River Bridge in South Bingera , Queensland, on Saturday, April 26, 2025 , at approximately 9:50 am .

The rider, who was operating a 2010 Harley-Davidson motorbike , died at the scene despite emergency services’ efforts. The 55-year-old male driver and 47-year-old female passenger of the ute, both from Blackwater , were unharmed but were taken to Bundaberg Hospital as a precaution.

The Forensic Crash Unit is investigating the incident, and authorities are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 (approximately 9:50 am).
  • Location: Cedar Road, near the Burnett River Bridge, South Bingera, Queensland.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **2010 Harley-Davidson motorbike** ridden by the deceased 50-year-old man.
  • A **2019 Holden Colorado ute** driven by a 55-year-old man, carrying a 47-year-old female passenger.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • The 50-year-old motorbike rider from Bucca died at the scene.
  • No Injuries:
    • The 55-year-old male driver and 47-year-old female passenger of the ute were uninjured but taken to Bundaberg Hospital as a precaution.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services attended the scene promptly but were unable to save the motorbike rider, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • The occupants of the ute were assessed and transported to Bundaberg Hospital as a precautionary measure.

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

  • The sequence of events leading to the collision between the motorbike and the ute.
  • Road conditions, signage, and visibility at the time of the incident.
  • Potential factors such as speed, distraction, or mechanical failure involving either vehicle.

Authorities are appealing to anyone with information or dashcam footage from the area to assist with inquiries.

“Police are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward.”
— Queensland Police statement

Appeal for Information
The community is urged to assist authorities by providing any information that could help determine the cause of the crash:

Community Impact
This tragic incident has deeply affected the local community in the Bundaberg region , particularly given the loss of life in what appears to be a preventable crash. The involvement of a motorbike highlights the vulnerability of riders and underscores the importance of road safety awareness, especially on regional roads like Cedar Road .