January 6, 2026

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Incident Overview
A 32-year-old motorcyclist has been seriously injured following a three-vehicle traffic crash in Goodna on Monday afternoon, 5 January. Police say the motorcycle collided with a stationary vehicle before striking an oncoming car on Queen Street. The rider was taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition. Investigations into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, 5 January 2026 (around 3:30pm)
  • Location: Queen Street, Goodna, QLD

Vehicles Involved

  • Black Yamaha motorcycle — travelling northbound; rider injured
  • Silver Mitsubishi Pajero — stationary; unoccupied at the time
  • Black Ford Focus — travelling in the opposite direction

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical/Serious Injuries:
    • 32-year-old Redbank Plains man — motorcycle rider; transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
  • Other Injuries:
    • 44-year-old Goodna man — Ford Focus driver; not physically injured.

Emergency Response

  • Police and Queensland Ambulance Service attended the scene shortly after the collision.
  • The injured motorcyclist received treatment and was transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital.
  • The scene was managed for safety and investigation.

Police Investigation
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the three-vehicle crash.

  • Initial inquiries indicate the motorcycle attempted to overtake before colliding with a stationary vehicle.
  • Investigators are appealing for CCTV or dashcam footage from Queen Street at the time of the incident.

Community Impact
The crash caused local traffic disruption along Queen Street in Goodna during the afternoon period and has raised concerns about overtaking manoeuvres on busy suburban roads.

Appeal for Information
Police urge anyone with relevant information, CCTV or dashcam vision to come forward.

  • Crime Stoppers QLD: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
  • Policelink: Call 131 444 or submit information via the online suspicious activity form.