No injuries as scaffolding collapses onto parked cars at Ultimo building site

Incident Overview

A section of scaffolding collapsed from a building site in Ultimo, Sydney, on Saturday 26 September 2026, falling onto parked cars. SafeWork NSW said no one was injured. Inspectors attended the site and issued regulatory notices, including a prohibition notice.

Workplace, Location and Time

The collapse happened on Wattle Street shortly before 6:45pm. The site is being redeveloped, with Macroview Projects managing the development, according to ABC News.

Scaffolding Collapse

CCTV footage shows the structure giving way during strong winds and falling towards the street. It struck parked vehicles. The footage does not establish the cause of the collapse, and an official cause has not been announced.

Injuries and Immediate Outcome

No injuries were reported in this incident. The fallen scaffolding damaged parked cars. This was separate from a wall and roof collapse at the same site in August 2026, when two men were seriously injured.

Investigation and Site Response

SafeWork NSW inspectors attended after the September collapse and issued notices to site managers, including a prohibition notice. The regulator’s findings about why the scaffolding fell have not been reported. The incident highlights the importance of securing temporary structures and keeping people clear of potential collapse zones, particularly when severe weather is forecast.