Rigger Nic Bryant dies after workplace accident in Wollongong

Incident Overview

Nic Bryant, a 25-year-old rigger, died after sustaining fatal injuries at a construction site in North Wollongong, the ABC reported on 7 July 2026. The report said the accident occurred in May 2026 and that Mr Bryant died three days after being flown to St George Hospital.

His family later met the paramedics who helped stabilise him and said that the response gave them time to say goodbye and consent to organ donation. The available reporting does not identify the precise mechanism of the accident.

Workplace, Location and Time

The incident occurred at a construction site in North Wollongong, New South Wales. Mr Bryant was from Umina on the Central Coast. The ABC identified the month as May 2026 but did not state the exact incident date or time.

Worker and Incident Details

Mr Bryant worked as a rigger. The ABC reported that paramedics Adam Blanning and others worked extensively to stabilise him before he was flown to hospital. No employer, contractor or equipment details were reported, and the available facts do not establish responsibility for the accident.

Injuries or Fatality

Mr Bryant sustained fatal injuries and died three days after arriving at St George Hospital. The source did not describe the injuries in medical terms. His family said his heart, kidneys, pancreas and liver were donated and were helping four recipients.

Emergency and Regulator Response

NSW Ambulance paramedics attended and provided treatment before the hospital transfer. SafeWork NSW was still investigating Mr Bryant’s death when the ABC report was published. General information for people affected by a workplace injury is available from workers compensation lawyers.

Investigation or Court Update

No charge, prosecution or final safety finding was reported. SafeWork NSW’s investigation should not be treated as a finding of negligence or liability.

Sources

• ABC News — Family of tradie who died in workplace accident thank first responders (7 July 2026)