8 January 2026

Memorial Drive closed southbound at Russell Vale

| By Zoe Cartwright
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A woman in her 20s has been flown to hospital after a serious crash on Memorial Drive. Photo: pattilabelle.

Motorists are urged to avoid Memorial Drive between Park Road and Bellambi Lane, after a serious crash in the early hours of this morning.

A NSW Ambulance spokesperson said a woman in her 20s was flown to St George Hospital about 3:50 am with serious head and chest injuries.

READ ALSO UPDATED: Picton Road remains closed following serious crash

The woman, a cyclist, had been struck by a car.

The road was closed in a southbound direction, and police are investigating the circumstances of the crash.

More information as it becomes available.

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