December 22, 2025

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Incident Overview
A single-vehicle rollover on the Pacific Highway near Urunga has injured one passenger and caused significant traffic disruption on the NSW Mid North Coast. The crash occurred near the intersection with Short Cut Road during the Monday morning peak, prompting police to close all northbound lanes while investigations were carried out. One woman was hospitalised in a serious but stable condition, while the driver and another passenger were not injured.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, 22 December 2025 (around 7:20am)
  • Location: Pacific Highway & Short Cut Road, Urunga (near Raleigh), NSW

Vehicles Involved

  • SUV — single-vehicle rollover near highway intersection

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical/Serious Injuries:
    • 32-year-old woman — passenger; transported to Coffs Harbour Hospital in a serious but stable condition.
  • Other Injuries:
    • 37-year-old male driver — uninjured; breath test returned a negative result.
    • Additional passenger — uninjured.

Emergency Response

  • NSW Police and NSW Ambulance responded to the crash scene.
  • The injured passenger was transported to Coffs Harbour Hospital.
  • All northbound lanes of the Pacific Highway were closed during the investigation.
  • Traffic delays extended up to 20 kilometres, reaching as far as Hyland Park.

Police Investigation
Police have commenced investigations into the cause of the rollover.

  • The driver underwent roadside breath testing, which returned a negative result.
  • Investigators are examining vehicle movement and road conditions at the intersection.

Community Impact
The crash caused major traffic congestion on the Pacific Highway ahead of the Christmas travel period. Motorists were diverted via Ballards Road and Giinagay Way, with heavy traffic also affecting the town of Urunga.

Appeal for Information
Police have not issued a specific public appeal, however anyone with relevant information or dashcam footage is encouraged to assist.

  • Crime Stoppers NSW: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.