Training Accident at Shoalwater Bay Training Area

At approximately 7.40pm Australia time, one Hunter Armoured Fighting Vehicle rear-ended another while moving back to base at Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Queensland, Australia. 12 SAF servicemen sustained non-serious injuries and they have been transported to the hospital. They are currently being treated or recovering well.

The safety and well-being of our people is of paramount importance. The Army has called for a safety pause to remind drivers to maintain proper distance. MINDEF/SAF wish the servicemen a speedy recovery.