June 28, 2025

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Incident Overview
A 54-year-old woman was taken to hospital after a collision between a Hyundai Getz and a Western Star truck towing timber on the Bruce Highway in Maryborough. The crash occurred just after midday on Friday, June 27, 2025, near the intersection with Alma Street. The driver of the truck was not physically injured. Police are appealing for information as part of an ongoing investigation.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Friday, June 27, 2025 (shortly after 12:00 pm)
  • Location: Bruce Highway near Alma Street, Maryborough, Queensland

Vehicles Involved

  • Blue Hyundai Getz – travelling northbound; driven by a 54-year-old woman from Maroochydore
  • Western Star truck towing timber – driven by a 52-year-old man from Southside

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatality:
    • No fatalities reported.
  • Other Injuries:
    • The 54-year-old Hyundai driver was transported to Maryborough Hospital for treatment.
    • The truck driver was not physically injured.

Emergency Response
Emergency services responded promptly following the crash. The injured Hyundai driver was treated on site before being transported to hospital. The truck driver remained at the scene and assisted with inquiries.

Investigation
The Wide Bay Burnett Forensic Crash Unit is continuing its investigation into the circumstances of the crash. Investigators are focusing on:

  • The movement and behaviour of the Hyundai Getz prior to the collision
  • Road conditions and traffic flow on the Bruce Highway at the time
  • Any dashcam footage that could clarify the events leading up to the crash

Police have issued reference number QP2501132861 in connection with this investigation.

Community Impact
The incident has highlighted ongoing safety concerns along the Bruce Highway near Maryborough, particularly at intersections with commercial vehicle traffic. Authorities continue to urge motorists to drive with caution in mixed-traffic zones.

Witnesses/Appeals
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage of the blue Hyundai Getz prior to the incident around 12:00 pm on June 27, 2025, is asked to contact: