January 4, 2026

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Incident Overview
Two people have died following a collision between an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and a ute on Tasmania’s west coast. Police say the crash occurred on the Murchison Highway between Zeehan and Rosebery on Saturday afternoon. Both occupants of the ATV were pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the ute was not injured. Police are investigating and will prepare a report for the coroner.

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Saturday, 3 January 2026 (around 4:30pm)
  • Location: Murchison Highway, between Zeehan and Rosebery, TAS

Vehicles Involved

  • Honda all-terrain vehicle (ATV) — carrying two occupants
  • Mitsubishi Triton ute

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Fatalities:
    • 15-year-old girl from interstate — ATV occupant; died at the scene.
    • 38-year-old Rosebery man — ATV occupant; died at the scene.
  • Other Injuries:
    • 40-year-old man — ute driver; not injured.

Emergency Response

  • Emergency services were called to the Murchison Highway around 4:30pm.
  • Interstate tourists stopped and rendered medical assistance prior to emergency crews arriving.
  • The highway was closed and later reopened overnight.

Police Investigation
Tasmania Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.

  • Investigators are examining how the ATV and ute came to collide on the highway.
  • A report will be prepared for the coroner.

Community Impact
The double fatality has affected the west coast community, with police acknowledging the assistance of bystanders who stopped to help at the scene.

Appeal for Information
Police are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward.

  • Tasmania Police: Call 131 444
  • Crime Stoppers TAS: Call 1800 333 000 or report online.