March 9, 2026

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Incident Overview
Three people died and three others were seriously injured following a head-on crash on the Kings Hwy at Monga in southern NSW. Police said two Hyundai hatchbacks collided, with multiple occupants requiring urgent medical treatment.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Monday, 9 March 2026 (5:10pm)
  • Location: Kings Hwy, Monga, NSW

Vehicles Involved

  • Two Hyundai hatchbacks involved in a head-on collision

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • Three people (driver and two passengers) from one Hyundai hatchback died at the scene; they are yet to be formally identified.
  • Injuries:
    • One passenger from the same Hyundai was treated at the scene and airlifted to hospital in a critical condition.
    • The driver and a passenger from the second Hyundai were treated by paramedics for serious injuries and taken to hospital.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services were called to the crash scene and found two vehicles had collided head-on.
  • One patient was airlifted to hospital in a critical condition; two others were transported to hospital with serious injuries.
  • The Kings Hwy was closed in both directions between Tudor Valley Road and Clyde Mountain Road, with motorists urged to avoid the area.

Police Investigation
A crime scene was established and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

  • No charges have been announced.
  • No court appearances have been listed.

Community Impact
The fatal crash caused major disruption on the Kings Hwy, with the road closed in both directions for several hours and drivers advised to take alternative routes.

Appeal for Information
Police have urged anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to come forward.

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