Three workers injured in glass-panel crane accident near Albury

Incident Overview

Three workers were injured when two heavy packets of glass panels fell from a crane at a government-funded worksite in Glenroy, near Albury, on the New South Wales-Victoria border, according to ABC News. One man in his 20s remained in critical condition in hospital, while two other workers suffered serious and minor injuries. SafeWork NSW and police inquiries are continuing. Workers injured in a lifting or construction incident may wish to obtain advice about workers compensation options.

Workplace, Location and Time

The incident occurred at about noon on Friday, 14 August 2026, at Glen Park in Glenroy, a northern suburb of Albury near the New South Wales-Victoria border. The site was described in the reports as a construction or government-funded worksite. The date is identified from the contemporaneous ABC report and later report’s reference to the previous Friday.

Worker and Incident Details

Three male workers were injured while glass panels were being moved by crane from a shipping container. ABC News later reported that two packets of glass panels fell during the lift. The roles of all three workers were not reported. The CFMEU said the critically injured worker worked for crane company WA Pickles and that a Padel Concepts labourer suffered a leg fracture; those descriptions are attributed statements, not established findings.

Injuries or Fatality

A man in his 20s suffered critical injuries, initially described as involving his head, chest and leg, and was flown to Royal Melbourne Hospital. A second man in his 20s was taken to Albury Base Hospital with serious but stable leg and back injuries. A third worker suffered minor injuries.

Emergency and Regulator Response

NSW Ambulance, NSW Police and forensic investigators attended the site. SafeWork NSW said inspectors responded, attended the site and were making enquiries. The regulator did not comment further while its investigation continued.

Investigation or Court Update

Samuel Ho, director of Cranes Australia, said photographs appeared to show standard cargo tie-down ratchet straps being used as “makeshift lifting loops”. He described that as a serious rigging concern and said certified slings, rated hardware, load limits and edge protection should be used. These are expert observations about images and safety practice; the available reports do not establish the cause of the incident or legal responsibility. The CFMEU has sought crane inspection records, lift plans and other safety documents. No court outcome was reported.

Sources

• ABC News: Cranes Australia says photos show ratchet straps used to carry glass panels at crane accident
• ABC News: Man in critical condition after workplace crane accident near Albury