Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. Toddler flown to hospital in critical condition after Halls Gap car crash Australia's wet and wild summer is over, so what's next? The truck is believed to have lost control and run off the road into a ditch and onto the Ballarat-Maryborough railway line. Both girls were flown to the Royal Children's Hospital in serious but stable conditions, according to Ambulance Victoria. The incident has resulted in both westbound lanes of the freeway to be closed while the scene is cleared. Thats where they thought they were going to be today, she said. The exact circumstances surrounding the crash are not clear at this stage. Anyone who witnessed the crash is urged to contact police. The collision involving the bus and truck happened while Victoria Roads crews were still clearing the area, Inspector Schranz said. Sign up to receive our Breaking News Alerts and Daily Headlines featuring the best local news and stories. Please try again. Buses will run between Ballarat and Maryborough to replace V/Line trainservices. Her husband got out of the car and ran down to the bus to let her know that her daughter was fine, which was good news. "A man believed to be in his 50s has injuries to his legs and is in a serious but stable condition," an Ambulance Victoria spokesperson said. 3 Mar 2023 12:33 pm AEDT. 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An initiativefocused on increasing the number of women and girls involved in the administration of tennis will begin in Albury Wodonga in May. They walked up the off ramp to a waiting bus half a kilometre away, she said. The bus was carrying students from years nine to 11 at Loreto College in Ballarat, the school has confirmed. Ms Brodrick said Mr Andrews offered his support and showed his understanding during their call. Your home of Australian stories, conversations and events that shape our nation. Discover more on Facebook. Telstra needs to improve its services offered to medically vulnerable people, while Optus and others have had an astronomical amount of complaints. Thankfully they all survived, but one girl has had her leg amputated. All rights reserved. Police believe fatigue may have been a contributing factor in the crash. Electric ute now on sale, but will it be able to handle Australian farming conditions? The fatal accident comes after a major collision between a bus and a truck on the Western Highway last week, which left 32 people injured, including 27 schoolgirls from Loreto College Ballarat. "A number of the injuries actually occurred from their release from the seats, because the bus was upside down," he said. We care about the protection of your data. Dozens of school children and a driver have been rushed to hospital after a school bus collided with a truck and rolled down an embankment west of Melbourne. The crash happened near an intersection on the Western Highway at Bacchus Marsh about 3.15am. Theyve (first responders) made a substantial difference to an outcome that could otherwise have been quite devastating, he said. Register an account or skip for now to do it later. Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews said he had spoken to Ms Brodrick. BOYS/MENS mountain bike | Men's Bicycles | Gumtree Australia Ballarat Get The New Daily free every morning and evening. Police say investigations are underway and they will prepare a report for the coroner. The ABC Emergency website is your online destination for up-to-date emergency warnings from across Australia and advice on how to prepare as the emergency season approaches. Eighteen others were taken to various hospitals in a stable condition. Meanwhile, a motorcyclist is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after a crash at Carrum Downs last night, and another is fighting for life after a collision at Thomastown yesterday morning. A mum of a girl shaken up in a horrendous school bus crash has thanked Jetstar for its incredible kindness in the wake of the accident. . 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Breaking news - Victoria Police Their school trip to USA Space camp which was happening, when we were to be in Bali, will be cancelled and we must care for our girl. "Officers are investigating reports the utility was seen driving at speed just prior to the crash, and are appealing for witnesses to come forward," the update states. She said she had spoken to a number of students, and confirmed that everyone is recovering.. Loreto College Ballarat said it was grateful for the care those involved had received. The owner of Little's Coaches also personally took 11 students and some parents to Ballarat Base Hospital in a separate bus following the crash. Authorities are appealing for anywitnesses to the crash to come forward and are asking to see any dashcam footage other drivers may have. The excursion, which cost parents $7500 per student, had previously been cancelled in 2020 and 2021 because of Covid restrictions. The V/Line in Ballarat continues to be disrupted, with coaches replacing services between Ballarat and Maryborough. Grampians Health chief executive Dale Frasier praised the work of those involved in the crash. Sending my love to all the Loreto families impacted by the bus accident on the Western Highway. Its destroyed the front cabin, you can barely get into it, he said. First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we "Quite miraculously, they've self-evacuated and other people, I believe truck drivers and that, stopped to assist them," Detective Inspector Roger Schranz told reporters on Wednesday. As a detective, I look at that scene and assume someone would have passed away, so theyre all very fortunate indeed, he said. Talk about what services you provide. Superintendent Templar said the bus driver, who he confirmed was a Victorian male, was undergoing treatment in hospital and was yet to be spoken to. Published: 3 Mar 2022Thu 3 Mar 2022 at 3:14am/Source: ABC HOBART. Driving mode. Police are appealing for witnesses after a serious collision on the Western Freeway on Tuesday evening. 04 Mar 1935 - ONE KILLED; FIVE INJURED COLLISION NEAR STAWELL - Trove For more Travel related news and videos check out 7Travel >>. Police Probe $100k+ Damage in Cranbourne East. A police spokeswoman told 3AW radio station the bus was coming from a school in the Ballarat area and the students were on their way to the airport for a trip. They stayed on, worked extra hours, went above and beyond the call of duty to provide care.. And most of them are quite well I believe.. Driver in serious condition after freeway smash. The rider collided with a refrigerated van on the corner of Ballarat Road and Esmond St in Ardeer at about 5.30pm yesterday. Source: ABC Goulburn Murray/Topic: Women/by Callum Marshall. Ltd. Test your skills with Crossword, Sudoku and Ultimate Trivia. Published: 9h agoFri 3 Mar 2023 at 8:38pm/Source: ABC Ballarat/Topic: Sport/by Laura Mayers. Ballarat Police Acting Superintendent Jason Templar said the fact that everyone had been wearing seatbelts probably prevented any deaths. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. Updated May 25 2021 - 2:16am, first published May 24 2021 - 11:51pm. Driver killed as truck plunges off Western Highway onto train tracks near Ballarat. Ms Brodrick described Ballarat as a close community and said the students were in everyones thoughts in the historic mining town. Dr Andrew Watkins from the Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting a drier and warmer than usual autumn for most of Australia. The driver of the truck died at the scene andisyet to be formally identified. Western United return to their home away from home this Saturday afternoon, Ballarats Mars Stadium. Thank you to the first responders on the scene, she said. Published: 22h agoFri 3 Mar 2023 at 8:17am/Source: ABC News/Topic: Road Accident. Sign up to stay connected. Passengers on a school bus have miraculously survived crashing down an embankment after their vehicle was hit from behind by a truck on a highway west of Melbourne. My thoughts go out to all the students, teachers and drivers affected, and the whole Ballarat community. I just wanted to give credit where due. Three of us got hold of her we got her free and carried her out. 2 Men Arrested Over $1.25M Jewelry Theft. A 30-year-old motorist remains in custody. Accident report today & news headlines for cars, motorbikes, trucks and Two Ballarat "Lineys" off to Perth for a good cause, on Postie bikes! we were still in the process of rehabilitating the area when the second collision occurred, he said. Published: WedWed 1 Mar 2023 at 2:18am/Source: ABC Rural/Topic: Automotive Industry/by Warwick Long. February 28, 2023 3:57 pm. Other students involved were taking to hospitals around Melbourne in stable conditions. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision and urge any witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to contact Crime Stoppers. The Courier (@ballaratcourier) / Twitter A regional Victorian mother who struggled to find help for two daughters with eating disorders backs calls for further funding and an expansion of support services. Ballarat Base Hospital implemented a code brown following the crash, which was stood down at 2pm. A motorcyclist has died after a crash in Melbourne's west. Dozens of children rushed to hospital after bus crash, Australian superannuation funds are top performers globally, Researchers confirm that living with chronic pain brings a higher risk of dementia, Toyota accused of greenwashing in Greenpeace complaint to ACCC, Chris Rock is ready to talk about Will Smiths infamous Oscars slap, Man arrested after shutting down Melbourne CBD. A toddler is in the Royal Children's Hospital with critical injuries after a car hit a tree near Halls Gap in western Victoria this morning. School bus rolls off highway in horror Bacchus Marsh truck crash The Air Ambulance has been called to the scene of a crash involving a ute and truck on the Western Freeway at Invermay Park. Shocking moment small sinkhole swallows partygoers. Superintendent Templar confirmed the Major Collision Investigation Unit was investigating the crash, but refused to comment on the specifics of the incident other than describing it as a rear-end collision. We were on our way to the airport separately, for our trip to Bali, when we learned how serious the crash was. ABC Radio Victoria is giving one lucky winner and a friend the chance to winthe ultimate CresFest experience. Local state MP Juliana Addison, a former Loreto student, passed on her love to those impacted by the crash. 3 Mar 2023 11:35 am AEDT. Police believe the bus had stopped at the speed reduction signs when the truck, which was unable to slow down in time, crashed into the bus, sending it rolling down the embankment. There was an incident this morning on the Western Freeway here and Calder Freeway crash: Child dead, multiple people in critical condition She said the crash site was pretty nasty and it was distressing that the young girls had to walk up the embankment after the crash.