Man dies in truck collision near Bungendore

A man believed to be in his 30s was killed when struck by a semi-trailer on the Federal Highway near Bungendore on Thursday evening.

Why it mattersA fatal collision highlights the dangers heavy vehicles pose on major routes.

AustraliaThe crash closed a major Canberra highway for several hours, affecting travel to and from the region.

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Man dies in truck collision near Bungendore

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