NAVARRE, VICTORIA — A 23-year-old woman from Stawell has died following a serious single-vehicle crash near Navarre that left her with critical injuries.

Emergency services were called to Bolangum Inn Road, near the Stawell-Avoca Road intersection, at approximately 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2026, after reports that a car had crashed into a tree.

The young woman was the sole occupant of the vehicle. She was treated at the scene before being airlifted to Melbourne’s Alfred Hospital, where she later died from her injuries.

What Happened in the Navarre Crash?

Emergency crews were dispatched to the Navarre area after the vehicle left the roadway and collided with a tree.

The 23-year-old woman was seriously injured in the crash. Ambulance Victoria personnel, including a specialist helicopter crew, a Mobile Intensive Care Ambulance and Advanced Life Support paramedics, attended the scene and treated her before she was airlifted to the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne.

She was initially reported to be in critical condition before later dying in hospital.

Stawell Woman Dies After Serious Injuries

The woman, who was from nearby Stawell, was the only person inside the vehicle at the time of the crash.

Her death has turned a serious road accident into a tragic loss for her family, friends and the wider Stawell and Navarre communities.

Her identity has not been publicly released in the available reporting.

Horsham Highway Patrol Investigating

Horsham Highway Patrol officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

At this stage, authorities have not publicly established why the vehicle left the road and struck the tree. The investigation will seek to determine the events leading up to the collision and whether any factors contributed to the crash.

No conclusion about the cause should be drawn while the investigation remains ongoing.

Police Seek Witnesses and Dashcam Footage

Investigators are appealing to anyone who witnessed the crash or may have relevant information to come forward.

Police are particularly interested in obtaining dashcam or CCTV footage that could help establish what happened before the collision.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers Victoria on 1800 333 000.

Community Mourns Following Navarre Accident

The death is a devastating outcome for the young woman’s family and loved ones.

For those who knew her, the coming days will be marked by grief as they try to process the sudden loss of a 23-year-old woman whose life ended following the crash.

The incident is also a reminder of the dangers motorists can face on regional roads, where emergency crews can be required to travel considerable distances to respond to serious collisions.

As the investigation continues, authorities are working to establish the full circumstances of the Navarre crash.

Funeral and Memorial Details

Funeral, visitation and memorial arrangements for the deceased woman have not been publicly confirmed at the time of publication.

Further information may be released by her family when arrangements are finalised.

Disclaimer

This article is based on information available following the fatal Navarre crash. Details may change as the police investigation progresses. The identity of the deceased has not been published where it has not been officially released, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation. Readers should avoid sharing unverified information and respect the privacy of the woman’s family and loved ones.