In a report by 7NEWS Australia, two Melbourne nurses were killed on the Hume Freeway after stopping to help an injured kangaroo. The friends shared a loving message just hours earlier — one of them was on her way to celebrate her 30th birthday. This article summarises the incident, the tribute left by one friend, and the aftermath for their families and community.
Table of Contents
- What happened on the Hume Freeway
- The message of friendship and the birthday tribute
- Impact on the Nepalese community and cultural context
- Aftermath: support, repatriation and grieving colleagues
- Conclusion
What happened on the Hume Freeway
Police say the two women pulled over on the Hume Freeway to assist an injured kangaroo. While they attended to the animal, a vehicle travelling in the dark struck them. The crash proved fatal.
The two women were colleagues at The Alfred Hospital and were travelling together to celebrate the 30th birthday of one of the women when the tragedy occurred. Witnesses and members of their community describe the pair as inseparable and devoted to helping others.
The message of friendship and the birthday tribute
Hours before the accident, one of the friends posted a heartfelt tribute to their 14‑year friendship. In her message she wrote:
Through all these years, you've been my constant, my partner in crime. From laughing till our stomach's hurt to comforting each other in tears, we've seen it all and we're still here stronger than ever.
The tribute underlines how close the women were — colleagues, long‑time friends and each other’s support through good and difficult times.
Impact on the Nepalese community and cultural context
Both women had emigrated from Nepal. Their deaths sent shockwaves through Melbourne’s Nepalese community, occurring during a religious festival that commemorates the deceased. Community leaders said the women were expected to take part in the festival program, and locals described widespread sadness at the news.
A community member reflected:
They were supposed to be here in this program. I think whole community is saddened by their news.
Aftermath: support, repatriation and grieving colleagues
The Alfred Hospital confirmed it is supporting staff and colleagues affected by the loss. Hospital spokespeople acknowledged the heavy emotional toll the tragedy has taken on the workplace.
The victims' families now face the difficult task of repatriating their loved ones to Nepal — a journey of more than 9,000 kilometres. Friends and colleagues expressed deep sorrow.
One friend summed up the feelings many have expressed:
We definitely miss them.
Conclusion
This tragic incident — two nurses killed after stopping to help an injured kangaroo — has left family, friends, colleagues and the wider Nepalese community in mourning. Their final message of friendship, posted hours before the crash, serves as a poignant reminder of the lives they touched and the kindness that motivated them in their last moments.
FAQ
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What happened?
Two Melbourne nurses stopped on the Hume Freeway to help an injured kangaroo and were fatally struck by a vehicle in the dark.
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Who were the victims?
They were colleagues at The Alfred Hospital and long‑time friends who had emigrated from Nepal. One was about to celebrate her 30th birthday.
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Where did this occur?
The incident occurred on the Hume Freeway in Victoria, Australia.
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What did one friend say before the crash?
She posted a heartfelt tribute celebrating 14 years of friendship: “Through all these years, you've been my constant, my partner in crime...”
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What assistance is being provided?
The Alfred Hospital is supporting staff, and families are arranging repatriation of their loved ones to Nepal.
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How can people help?
Community support is often coordinated through local groups and the hospital; those wishing to offer condolences should seek official community or hospital channels for confirmed requests.
Report by Phoebe Worthley, 7 News.
