BREAKING: A serious boating accident on Gunbower Creek in Gannawarra has left two individuals with significant injuries. The incident occurred on Friday evening, December 11, 2025, prompting an immediate response from the Marine Investigation Unit based in Melbourne, which is now actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The male driver of the boat was quickly airlifted to a hospital in Melbourne for urgent medical treatment, emphasizing the severity of the injuries sustained. Eyewitnesses reported chaotic scenes as first responders worked to assist the victims and secure the area.
In addition to this urgent situation, local authorities are addressing a series of thefts reported in the region. Between 3 PM on Sunday, November 30, and 4:30 PM on Tuesday, December 2, a burglary occurred on Lower Loddon Road, Kerang, where offenders broke into a home and made off with valuable items including a generator, angle grinder, cordless drills, and a compressor.
Moreover, in Buloke, a vintage sign from the “Olympic Tyres” business was stolen overnight on December 5. The heist, which occurred between 9 PM and 7 AM the following day, involved the use of an angle grinder, highlighting the brazen nature of the crime.
Adding to the list of incidents, a burglary on Yeungroon-Woosang Road resulted in thieves accessing an office area and stealing keys to a white Ford Ranger ute between November 29 and December 1. The vehicle theft further raises concerns regarding security in the area.
In another alarming theft incident, valuable tools were stolen from a vehicle parked near accommodation off the Murray Valley Highway in Swan Hill. The theft occurred between 5 PM on December 2 and 8 AM the following morning, with items including a Milwaukee impact driver, multitool, circular saw, and specialized batteries reported missing.
Local authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as they continue to investigate these incidents. The impact of these crimes is being felt across the community, raising concerns about safety and security amidst a rising tide of thefts and property crimes.
As the investigation into the boating accident unfolds, updates will be provided as new information becomes available. Stay tuned for the latest developments as officials work diligently to address these pressing issues.
