Sadly, two people have died following a crash on the Murchison Highway 3rd January 2026.

Police and emergency services were called to the scene about 4.30pm. 

Initial inquiries indicate a white Mitsubishi Triton and a red Honda ATV (all-terrain vehicle) collided on the Murchison Highway, between Zeehan and Rosebery. 

Tragically, both people on the Honda ATV, a 16-year-old girl from interstate and a 38-year-old man from Rosebery, died at the scene. 

The driver of the vehicle, a 40-year-old man, was not physically injured and will be subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing which is usual procedure.

A police investigation is underway in relation to the cause of the crash. 

Tasmania Police would like to thank the group of interstate tourists who stopped and rendered medical assistance at the scene.

Anyone with information in relation to the crash, or relevant dash cam footage that may assist, is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.

Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of both the deceased. A report will be prepared for the coroner.