Motorcycle crash delays Illawarra Convoy on Mount Ousley Road
Motorcyclist aged 25 hospitalized after hitting ute; collision delays 2026 Illawarra Convoy.
Reported by Illawarra Mercury
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A crash during a major regional event disrupted the procession and created large traffic delays.
In Australia. The incident affected the Illawarra Convoy, a significant event for Wollongong and Illawarra communities.
Key facts
- A motorcyclist aged 25 hit a ute on Mount Ousley Road about 9.30am on Sunday.
- The rider was treated for back and belly injuries.
- The rider was taken to Wollongong Hospital in stable condition.
- The ute driver, aged 22, was not hurt.
- The rider was not taking part in the Illawarra Convoy event, though people first thought he was.
- The crash held up the 2026 Illawarra Convoy.
- The lead truck and a few other vehicles got to Wollongong late.
- The rest of the convoy sat in heavy traffic.
