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CTV News
2 days ago
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- CTV News
Regina garbage truck falls into sinkhole
WATCH: Some residents saw a delay in trash pickup Wednesday, after a garbage truck fell into a sink hole in north Regina.

ABC News
09-07-2025
- ABC News
Elderly woman dies after being hit by garbage truck in north Queensland
An 85-year-old woman has died after being hit by a garbage truck in north Queensland. Forensic crash unit officers are investigating the incident in the Townsville suburb of Bushland Beach, where the woman was struck on Daintree Drive just after midday. She was declared dead at the scene. Neighbours told the ABC they were shocked by the incident but declined to comment further. Townsville City Council chief executive Joe McCabe said the city was aware of a "serious incident" involving one of its waste trucks and a member of the public. "Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of those impacted," he said. Mr McCabe confirmed the council was cooperating fully with investigations. "Out of respect for those involved and due to the ongoing investigations, council will not be making further comment at this time," he said. Police will assist Workplace Health and Safety Queensland with its investigation. A report will be prepared for the coroner.


CBC
28-05-2025
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- CBC
Garbage truck rescued after dangling over retaining wall in downtown St. John's
A garbage truck lost control and came dangerously close to going over a retaining wall on Harvey Road. A crane truck had to be brought in to hoist the vehicle out, causing quite the scene in downtown St. John's on Wednesday morning.


CBC
28-05-2025
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- CBC
Crane used to save St. John's garbage truck after crash through retaining wall
A City of St. John's garbage truck crashed through a retaining wall Wednesday morning on Harvey Road, leaving it partially hanging over the other side. Police arrived to direct traffic while a crane worked to lift the truck back onto the street around 11 a.m. NT. RNC Const. James Cadigan told CBC News there were no injuries. A temporary wall has been erected at the scene.