A man in his 70s was left fighting for his life after a lawn mower rolled over at Windaroo Lakes Golf Course on 6 November.
It is understood a ride-on lawnmower rolled down an embankment at the course and into a lake just after 7.30am – trapping and critically injuring a club worker.
Bystanders reportedly came to the man’s aid before emergency services arrived on scene.
According to media reports, a number of golfers rushed to help and a nearby resident wedged himself under the lawn mower to free the trapped worker.
A spokesperson from the Queensland Ambulance Service said the man suffered life-threatening head and neck injuries and was taken to the Princess Alexandra Hospital.
The golf club released a statement online following the crash.
“As you may or may not be aware, there was a workplace accident this morning at Windaroo Lakes Golf Course,” the club said in a post on social media.
“The individual involved is currently receiving excellent care at the PA Hospital, a thorough investigation into the circumstances of the incident is underway.
“Our thoughts are with the injured person and their family during this time, and we’re all hoping for a full recovery. Please respect their privacy and the sensitivity of the situation.”
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland is now investigating the incident.
“Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) has been notified of an incident that occurred on Wednesday 6 November at Windaroo Lakes Golf Course involving a worker onsite,” a spokesperson said.
“WHSQ has responded and inspectors are making inquiries.
“As this is an active investigation no further comment can be made at this time.”
The man is now in a stable condition, according to a Metro South Health spokesperson.
