Break-And-Enters At Thornton And Edgeworth Could Be Linked, Police Say

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Police have released CCTV footage of a man as investigations continue into two alleged break and enters in the Hunter Region. 

Officers allege a man broke into a supermarket on the corner of Taylor Avenue and Thomas Coke at Thornton at about 2:30am on Monday the 5th of June and stole a cash box. 

A second cash box was allegedly stolen from a supermarket at the intersection of Main Road and Callan Street at Edgeworth on Wednesday the 14th of June. 

 

Police believe the two incidents may be linked and have released footage of a man they believe will be able to assist with enquiries. 

He's being described as Caucasian in appearance and of a medium build. 

He is shown wearing a white face mask, a black and white hooded jumper with writing down both sides, gloves, grey shorts and white sneakers.

Hunter Valley Police Appeal For Information About Two Suspicious Truck Fires at Branxton

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Hunter Valley Police believe two alleged arson incidents in the region may be linked. 

Three trucks parked on Elderslie Road at Branxton, were allegedly set alight on the evening of Saturday the 22nd October last year. 

Two of the trucks were destroyed and one was significantly damaged.

Additionally, on Thursday the 16th of February this year, a fourth truck was set alight and destroyed at the same location. 

Officers have commenced an investigation into the fires and they are being treated as suspicious. 

They're calling for anyone with information or dashcam footage to come forward. 

Crews Tackling Bush Fire At Eraring

 BY IAN CROUCH

Firefighters has been called to reports of a bush fire at Eraring.

Newcastle Fire Command says they received more than a dozen calls to an area of bush alight off Wangi Road at Muddy Lake at about 7.45am on Friday.

Several RFS and Fire and Rescue crews are now on scene and working to control the blaze.

No properties are under threat but motorists are being advised of smoke in the area.

Police Appeal For Information After Crime Spree In Cooranbong

 BY IAN CROUCH

Lake Macquarie police are appealing for CCTV footage as they investigate several thefts in the Cooranbong area this week.

Valuable items including electronics, power tools and personal items were stolen from parked vehicles, with a black Honda CT motorcycle also reported stolen.

Police say the thefts occurred between 9.00pm on Monday and 6.00am on Tuesday in Highland Avenue, Carrera Crescent, Red Robin Lane and Ellenborough Drive.

It's prompted police to again urge residents to lock vehicles and remove valuables.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.

Community Digs Deep For Orphaned Sons Of Greta Bus Crash Victims

 BY IAN CROUCH

Community support continues to pour in for the orphaned boys of a Singleton couple tragically killed in the Hunter Valley bus crash earlier this month.

Andrew and Lynan Scott were among the 10 victims of the crash at Greta on June 11.

They left behind two sons aged 2 and 4.

A GoFund Me page was set up to support and provide for the children into the future - it's so far raised more than $290,000.

Family and friends will gather for a private funeral tomorrow (Saturday 1 July, 2023) to farewell the couple.  

To donate, visit:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/Support-the-sons-of-Andrew-and-Lynan-Scott 

Andrew and Lynan Scott

Man Charged After Vehicle Stop at Thornton

BY OLIVIA DILLON

A man will face Maitland court today, after a vehicle stop at Thornton unearthed allegedly stolen items and illegal drugs. 

Port Stephens Hunter Police were patrolling the Thornton area at about 3:00am on Wednesday, when they located a vehicle allegedly displaying altered registration plates on Thomas Coke Drive.

A search of the car revealed property suspected to have been stolen during a recent break and enter at Rutherford and a small bag containing methamphetamine.

A 30-year-old man was arrested at the scene before being taken to Maitland Police Station where he was charged with multiple offences.  

Hunter-Based Civilian Police Employee To Face Court

 BY IAN CROUCH

A civilian police employee from the Hunter's been charged following an investigation into alleged misconduct.

The Professional Standards Command was called in to investigate claims the man had fraudulently obtained a document.

The 33-year-old has been charged with publishing false misleading material to obtain an advantage.

The man - attached to a command in the Northern Region - is due to face Newcastle Local Court on August 28.

BREAKING! House Destroyed By Fire At Edgeworth

 BY IAN CROUCH

A home has been destroyed in an overnight fire at Edgeworth.

Fire crews from Cardiff, Wallsend, Minmi and Teralba were called to the single level home on Croudace Street at 12.30am on Thursday to find the house totally involved in fire.

It took two hours for crews to extinguish and mop up the blaze.

Newcastle Fire Command says no-one was injured and it's believed the vacant home was frequently used by squatters, although no-one was found inside.

Sadly though, firefighters found a deceased dog inside the property.

Investigations into the cause of the fire are continuing

 

Wallsend MP Calls for Newcastle Council to Get Moving on Minmi Road Duplication

BY OLIVIA DILLON

The member for Wallsend has moved a Notice of Motion in state parliament, calling on Newcastle Council to commence the duplication of Minmi Road. 

The project aims to alleviate notorious traffic pinch points along Minmi Rd by duplicating large sections of the arterial western corridor from one lane of traffic in each direction to two lanes each way. 

Council committed $26 million to the project back in 2021, and the state government allocated an extra $7.6 million for the duplication just this year. 

Sonia Hornery says she wants to see council take responsibility for the project and get it off the ground. 

"It’s a shame that Councillors are so committed to silly vanity projects in the inner city like the failed skate park on the beach or the unpopular “black box” proposal on Newcastle Ocean Baths but won’t commence a project that they have funding for and have near unanimous support from the community to complete." 

Image: Newcastle Herald

House Fire At Cardiff Heights Prompts Appeal From Firefighters

 BY IAN CROUCH

The fire brigade is urging Hunter residents to clean lint filters in clothes dryers regularly following a house fire at Cardiff Heights early Wednesday morning.

Crews from Cardiff and Wallsend were called to a home on Daintree Close just before 3.00am where a fire had broken out in the laundry, filling the house with smoke.

The blaze was confined to the laundry and firefighters spent an hour mopping up the fire and ventilating the house.

No-one was injured during the incident. 

Bush Fire Closes Victoria Parade At Nelson Bay

 BY IAN CROUCH

Victoria Parade at Nelson Bay is closed to traffic following an overnight bush fire.

A Fire and Rescue crew from Salamander Bay and an RFS team from Fingal Bay were called to Fly Point at about 10.00pm to find a large area of bush alight.

Newcastle Fire Command says no homes or property was under threat, although a large gum tree is in danger of falling, prompting the closure of Victoria Parade.

It took crews about 4 hours to bring the fire under control, which burnt through a 100 x 30 metre area of bush.

BREAKING! Cameron Park Home Destroyed By Fire

 BY IAN CROUCH

A family of six and their pet dog have been left homeless after fire tore through their Cameron Park home last night.

Firefighters from  Holmesville and Minmi arrived at the two storey brick and tile home in McKendry Drive just after 6.30pm to find large volumes of smoke issuing from the property.

They were joined by 4 other stations and an RFS unit, taking around an hour to bring the blaze under control.

Newcastle Fire Command says 6 people and a dog safely evacuated the home without injury.

It's believed an electrical fault in the garage caused the fire.

Hunter to see more bus services

 BY EMILY WILLIAMS

The Hunter region will see an additional 506 bus services rolled out this week.

The additional services, operated by Hunter Valley Buses, are intended to better connect the region.

This coming in response to widespread criticism from locals about cancelled services.

Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Jenny Aitchson said the improvements will help make daily life easier for Hunter residents.

"We know good quality transport is important for the wellbeing of people and communities and these services are a win not only for Hunter locals but visitors and tourists as well," she said.

In addition to more frequent services, two new routes will be added which will connect Minmi with Cardiff Station via Newcastle's Western suburbs.

Minister for the Hunter Tim Crakanthorp, said he welcomes the announcement.

"As our region grows, public transport connections are vital to ensure access to services and recreation," he said.

New Jets Coach Announced

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Sydney FC assistant coach Robbie Stanton has been announced as the new head coach of the Newcastle Jets.

He'll replace Arthur Papas who resigned a week ago. 

Players and club officials were informed this morning, the Former Sutherland Sharks and Sydney FC Youth Team coach has signed-on for the next two A-League seasons.

He'll guide his first training session on Tuesday, three weeks before the Jets play Melbourne Victory in an Australia Cup qualifier on July 17th. 

Image: FTBL

Man Wanted Over Violent Domestic Incidents Facing Court After Dramatic Arrest At Metford.

 BY IAN CROUCH

A Maitland man accused of viciously assaulting and kidnapping a woman is due to face Maitland court today (Monday 26 June, 2023).

In March, Police commenced an investigation into the alleged assault of a woman by a man known to her at Upper Allyn.

On June 2, the woman presented at hospital with serious injuries requiring surgery.

It's alleged a 37-year-old man was involved in a pursuit the following day which was terminated for safety reasons.

Then on Friday, an off-duty officer spotted an allegedly stolen Landcruiser at East Maitland and the vehicle followed to Metford.

It's alleged two Police vehicles were rammed and two officers injured in a dramatic arrest of the wanted man.

He's been charged with 23 offences.

BREAKING! Crews Called To Vehicle Fires On The Hunter Expressway

 BY IAN CROUCH

Fire crews are batting separate vehicle fires on the Hunter Expressway.

Crews were called to the motorway near Sawyers Gully at 3.10am on Monday where a semi-trailer carrying grain caught fire in the northbound lanes.

The driver managed to escape unharmed.

A Fire & Rescue crew from Branxton along with the Hazmat unit and the RFS are battling the flames.

Meanwhile a utility has gone up in flames on the expressway at Buchannan.

A Fire & Rescue crew from Kurri Kurri and the RFS were called to the blaze at 3.45am in the northbound lanes.

An area of bush is also alight.

One lane is closed and there are traffic delays in the area.

67-Year-Old Charged Over Kooragang Island Protest

BY OLIVIA DILLON

A woman has been charged following an unauthorised protest at the Port of Newcastle today.

The 67-year-old entered Kooragang Island on her bike just after 6:00am, and locked herself onto a coal ship loader. 

She was removed by police, arrested, and taken to Newcastle Police Station, where she was charged with seriously disrupting work at a major facility and breach of bail.

The woman was refused bail to attend Newcastle Local Court later today. 

Image: Blockade Australia

UPDATE! Climate Change Protesters Face Court After Stopping Trains Near Singleton

 BY IAN CROUCH

For the 5th day in a row, an activist has stopped operations on the Hunter Valley coal chain.

A grandmother has scaled a stacker reclaimer at Kooragang Island on Friday morning and locked herself onto the infrastructure.

It comes after a 64-year-old woman and a 16-year-old girl were charged for climbing onto a stopped coal train next Singleton Railway Station yesterday morning.

The woman has spent a night in the cells pending her appearance at Muswellbrook Court today.

The teenager was granted conditional bail to face the children's court on July 17.

EARLIER:

Two climate change activists have been charged following an unauthorised protest at Singleton.

A 64-year-old woman and a 16-year-old girl climbed on top of a stopped coal train near Singleton Railway Station early Thursday morning.

They were arrested and charged with cause obstruction to railway locomotive or rolling stock and enter enclosed non-agricultural lands.

The woman was refused bail to face Singleton Court today (Friday 23 June 2023).

The teenager was granted strict conditional bail to face the children's court on July 17.

 

Hunter School of Performing Arts Evacuated Due to Gas Leak in Broadmeadow

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Fire and Rescue crews are one scene investigating the source of a gas leak at Broadmeadow. 

They were alerted to a strong smell of gas near the Broadmeadow tennis courts just after 8:00am on Thursday. 

They've since confirmed the gas leak was either coming from the tennis courts or a neighbouring lot.

Nearby businesses and residents have been notified and it's understood the Hunter School of Performing Arts has been evacuated and closed as a precaution.

Bush Fire At Dudley "Deliberately Lit"

 BY IAN CROUCH

Quick work from firefighters has prevented an early-morning bush fire at Dudley.

Newcastle Fire Command says they received two triple-oh calls from passers-by at 4.40am on Thursday to a large area of bush reserve alight at the corner of Ocean Street and Redhead Road.

A crew from Charlestown arrived to find a 50 X 20 metre area of bush alight, taking about 15 minutes to douse the flames.

Police say an unregistered trailer carrying a hot water system was found in the centre of the fire ground, suggesting the blaze was deliberately lit.

5th Person Arrested Over Gateshead Shooting

 BY IAN CROUCH

Police have arrested and charged a 5th person in relation to an alleged shooting incident at Gateshead last month.

A 41-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to his leg in the incident on Flame Street in the early hours of May 18.

Three men aged 38, 23 and 21 along with a 45-year-old woman have been charged and remain before the courts.

A 23-year-old man was arrested yesterday and a firearm was was allegedly found at a home on Paper Street.

He's been refused bail to face Newcastle Local Court on August 17.

Police Investigate Cause Of Nelson Bay House Fire

 BY IAN CROUCH

A crime scene remains in place at a Nelson Bay home destroyed by fire on Wednesday.

Seven Fire & Rescue and four RFS crews were called to the two storey brick and tile home on Galoola Drive just after 2.30pm to find the property engulfed in flames.

Firefighting efforts were hampered by several gas bottles which exploded during the incident as the building collapsed at the height of the blaze.

It took crews more than three hours to bring the fire under control and a crew has remained at the house overnight to monitor for flare-ups.

Neighbours have told police the house has been unoccupied for a number of years, prompting speculation the property could've been occupied by squatters.

Forensic officers from Newcastle will arrive on Thursday morning to investigate the cause of the fire.

UPDATE! Climate Activists Face Court Over Protests At Branxton And Kooragang

 BY IAN CROUCH

 

Climate protesters are again blocking the Hunter Rail Line as they target coal supply to the Port of Newcastle.

Two female activists aged 16 and 64 climbed onto the top of a coal train at Singleton before dawn on Thursday morning.

The Premier wants to meet with Facebook's parent company to discuss a plan to block the demonstrators from being able to live stream
 

EARLIER:

A climate activist who suspended himself over railway tracks at Branxton for more than five hours has been granted bail.

22-year-old Angus Hearn began his protest just before 4.00am on Wednesday, halting coal, freight and passenger trains.

He was safely removed from a tripod structure at about 9.35am and faced Cessnock Court charged with causing obstruction to railway locomotive or rolling stock and enter enclosed non-agricultural lands.

He was granted conditional bail to face Singleton Court on July 13.

Meanwhile, 18-year-old Canberra woman Grace Ilbery faced Newcastle Local Court on Wednesday after allegedly gluing herself to a railing at the Kooragang Coal Loader on Tuesday night.

Magistrate John Chicken told the court Ilbery's offending was incredibly dangerous and put her life and the lives of emergency services at risk.

She's also been granted conditional bail to face court again on July 5.

Grace Ilbery faced court on Wednesday Picture: Blockade Australia

Man Wanted Over Alleged Bonnells Bay Theft

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Lake Macquarie police have released CCTV footage and are appealing for information to identify a man who is believed to have stolen several items from a Bonnells Bay Shopping Centre on the 6th of June.

Shoppers allegedly attempted to stop the man from escaping the scene in an older model black Subaru.

Anyone with information which may help identify the man is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Taskforce set to investigate the safety of buses

BY EMILY WILLIAMS

The State Government has instructed the Bus Industry Taskforce to urgently examine the effectiveness of safety regulations on buses and coaches.

This coming two weeks after a horrific bus crash in the Hunter Valley which killed 10 passengers and saw a further 25 admitted to hospital.

The accident was the worst road accident in three decades.

The taskforce will specifically examine the following:

• The adequacy of retrofitting seat belts on school buses in regional NSW over the past 10 years.
• Consideration of expanding seat belts on buses to other areas of the State, and enforcement of seatbelt laws.
• Whether any changes should be recommended to the Australian Design Rules for buses and coaches.
• Bus and coach operator safety management systems, including driver training and fatigue management.

NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen says the bus crash was a tragic event.

"We know seat belts save lives but if there needs to be more enforcement around this issue put in place so something like this doesn't happen again, we will do it," she said.

The Taskforce will present their early findings by 31 July 2023.

Image: Busways

New Bushfire Tanker For Kurri Kurri

 BY IAN CROUCH

The Kurri Kurri community will be better protected during the upcoming bushfire season with the arrival of a new fire tanker.

The Izuzu multi-purpose four-wheel drive tanker is one of 18 being deployed to Fire and Rescue Stations across the state, each valued at $530,000.

It features a Compressed Air Foam System  capable of dousing fires much faster and in a more environmentally friendly manner than previous tankers.

It's also fitted with a Halo sprinkler system which creates a shield of water over the cabin to protect the crew from fire.

The new bushfire tanker has arrived at Kurri Kurri Fire Station

Police Believe Same Man Is Responsible For Break & Enters At Thornton, Rutherford and Edgeworth

 BY IAN CROUCH

Police are stepping up investigations into a spate of break and enters across the Hunter.

In the first incident, a man broke into a Thornton supermarket in the early hours of June 5 and stole a cash box.

A fast-food restaurant inside the Rutherford Mall was broken into at about 1.00am on June 13, with a man stealing cash.

Then, just before midnight last Wednesday, a man broke into a supermarket at the corner of Main Road and Callan Street Edgeworth and stole a cash box.

Police believe the same man is responsible.

Police believe this man is responsible for three break and enter offences over the past month 

BREAKING! Protester Glued To Coal Loader At Kooragang

 BY IAN CROUCH

A woman is due to front court today after allegedly gluing herself to a coal loader at Kooragang overnight.

Police were called to Cormorant Road at about 8.30pm on Tuesday following reports a woman had scaled the coal loader and glued herself to the railing.

Officers from the Police Rescue Squad safely removed the woman from the structure about an hour later.

The 18-year-old from Canberra has been charged with enter and remain on major facility and cause damage to facility, and entering enclosed lands.

Meanwhile, no trains are running between Scone and Maitland due to protesters on the tracks at Branxton.

The Transport Management Centre says at this stage there are no replacement buses available and passengers should make alternative transport arrangements.

Police On The Lookout For A Man In Relation To Alleged Armed Robbery At Mayfield

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Police have released vision of a man they believe could help them with an investigation into a robbery at Mayfield last month. 

At about 4:45pm on Thursday the 18th of May, a man allegedly entered a business on Maitland Road at Mayfield, where he threatened a female employee with a firearm and a machete, before fleeing with cash and jewellry. 

The female employee was not physically injured. 

As inquiries continue, Newcastle police officers have released images of a man who may be able to assist with the investigation.

The man is described as being 180cm tall, and of a solid build.

He is shown wearing blue overalls, a fluoro yellow vest, a black full face road bike helmet, and black and yellow gloves.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Newcastle City Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. 

Fire Ravages The Burwood Inn at Merewether

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Fire Crews have spent the past few hours working to control a blaze which engulfed part of The Burwood Inn at Merewether. 

They were called to the scene on Berner Street just before 10:00am, following reports a fire had started and spread from the pub's kitchen, to the restaurant area at the back of the building. 

It's understood the fire may have started in a chimney flue, however an investigation into the cause is now underway. 

Two occupants managed to self evacuate and no one has been injured. 

Fire and Rescue NSW Inspector Guy Lightfoot, said the prompt, aggressive attack used by firefighters helped to save the hotel which has been open since 1876.  

BREAKING! Pair Front Court Over Alleged Drive-By Shooting At Gateshead

 BY IAN CROUCH

Police have made a breakthrough in their investigation into a drive-by shooting at Gateshead last month.

A 41-year-old man was asleep with his family in their Flame Street home just after 4.00am on Thursday May 18 when they were woken by two loud noises.

He was injured after a projectile entered the front window.

Following inquiries, police raided a home on the Pacific Highway at Doyalson North yesterday and seized a Mitsubishi Magna, clothing and electronic devices.

A 38-year-old man was arrested at the scene and a 45-year-old woman was arrested later the same day.

The woman faced Toronto Local Court yesterday and the man is due to face Wyong Court today (Tuesday 20 June, 2023).

Kurri Kurri Gas Pipeline Construction Set To Start

 BY IAN CROUCH

Work on a pipeline to supply gas to the proposed power generator at Kurri Kurri is set to start soon.

The APA Group was awarded the $264 million contract for the 21 kilometre pipeline from the main supply line from Sydney, but wasn't able to commence work due to supply chain issues.

The company has now confirmed the pipeline shipment has arrived from overseas.

A pipeline licence is expected to be issued in the next fortnight, allowing major construction work to start.

The company expects to have the work completed in time for the plant to begin operating late next year.

 

Work on the pipeline to serve the Kurri Kurri gas-fired power plant is set to begin in the next fortnight. Picture APA Group

  
 

Jets Coach Resigns

BY OLIVIA DILLON

Arthur Papas has resigned as head coach of the Newcastle Jets.

He's spent two years at the helm during which time the team finished 9th and 10th on the ladder.

 
The 43-year-old had a year left on his contract but is rumored to be considering a return to Asia.

Assistant coach Arthur Diles has also resigned and is expected to join Melbourne Victory as an assistant coach.

Newcastle Jets Executive Chairman Shane Mettiske has issued a statement, wishing Papas well and praising his efforts to develop a strong football program at the club.

 
"On behalf of the Club, our players, fans, members, partners, and staff, we wish Arthur well in the next stage of his career," he said.

 
He also said the process of finding a replacement is already underway.

 
"Whilst the departure of Arthur has only just been confirmed, we have been aware of the potential of a change and in the background have been considering a number of potential candidates. We will now accelerate and close discussions with the aim of minimising the impact on team preparations."

 

 

Environmental Protestor Blocks Coal Train Line at Kooragang

BY OLIVIA DILLON 

An environmental activist is protesting in Newcastle this morning, blocking off trains at a vital rail bottleneck. 

The Blockade Australia protestor is suspended from a tri-pod above the trainline, blocking access to the Kooragang Island terminals at the Port of Newcastle. 

Zelda Grimshaw from Blockade Australia, says the organisation believes the entire network of systems Australia has in place to exploit and extract, including, but not limited to, coal, is a problem for the climate. 

"We're hoping to build a resistance movement that will continue to disrupt the destructive machine that is Australia, until we get a system in place that can sustain life," she said. 

Ms. Grimshaw says it's part of a coordinated action, aimed at ending climate destruction. 

"Our young person will be up there as long as she possibly can. She's in a very inaccessible position where she is, so I think it will take them a while to get her down." 

The protest has been reported to Newcastle police, and it's believed they are on the scene. 

Critical Incident Investigation Launched Following Death Of Man On Stockton Beach

 Police have launched a critical incident investigation after a man died following a pursuit in the Port Stephens-Hunter Police District.

Officers were called to a Thornton home just after 9pm on Sunday over concerns for a man's welfare.

They say a 36-year-old man left the home in a car armed with a gun.

Police spotted the car on Newline Road at Seaham a short time later and a pursuit was initiated when the vehicle failed to stop.

The car stopped near Stockton Beach at Williamtown and the man ran onto the sand - Police say he was found dead with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Police from Tuggerah Lakes are investigating the incident.

If you or someone you know needs help, call Lifeline on 13 11 14

UPDATE! Hunter Footballer Dies in Hospital

BY IAN CROUCH/ OLIVIA DILLON

UPDATE:

The Hunter Rugby League footballer who was was knocked unconscious during a match at Fingal Bay on Saturday has died in hospital. 

The man in his 20s died from his injuries in John Hunter Hospital on Sunday.

He's not yet been publicly named. 

The Aberglasslyn Ants football club has since released a statement and will hold a vigil for the player on Friday.

EARLIER:

A Hunter Rugby League footballer is in a serious condition in hospital after an on-field accident at the weekend.

The man, believed to be in his 20's, was playing for the Aberglasslyn Ants in a match against Fingal Bay on Saturday afternoon when he was knocked unconscious.

He was treated by paramedics at the Fingal Bay ground before being airlifted to the John Hunter Hospital, where he remains in Intensive Care.

 

Newcastle Drink Spiking Petition Heads To Parliament

 BY IAN CROUCH

Less than a month after securing 20,000 signatures on a Newcastle petition calling for reforms to Responsible Service of Alcohol Laws, state parliament set to debate drink spiking this week.

Newcastle-based What Were You Wearing launched the petition calling for all security and bar staff at nightclubs to be trained on drink spiking and sexual violence prevention.

It followed a rise in reported cases in recent months.

The petition has the support of Newcastle MP, Tim Crackanthorp, who will lead the debate on Thursday. 

Drink spiking petition to be debated in parliament this week Picture: The Independent

Man dies in Anna Bay crash

BY DAKOTA TAIT

A man has died after a crash at Anna Bay on Friday afternoon.

About 3.20pm, emergency services were called to Robert Connell Close near Frost Road after reports a car had struck a telegraph pole.

The driver and sole occupant of a Mitsubishi was treated by paramedics, but died at the scene.

He is yet to be formally identified but is believed to be aged 29.

Police established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the crash.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.