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Steggall, Rhonda Joy

Deceased

Rhonda Joy Steggall

Demographics

female

Finding date

2008-12-17

Cause of death

Single vehicle accident

AI-generated summary

Rhonda Joy Steggall died in a single vehicle accident investigated by the Rockhampton Coroner's Court. The inquest examined the circumstances of the collision, focusing on three key contributing factors: the condition of the road surface, recent roadworks in the area, and an apparent lack of signage to alert drivers to the hazardous conditions. The coroner's investigation involved the Rockhampton Regional Council, which was responsible for the road maintenance and roadworks. While the full findings and recommendations are not detailed in the available excerpt, the coroner's inquiry centered on whether adequate warnings and road maintenance standards were in place to prevent this fatal accident. This inquest reflects the coroner's role in examining systemic road safety issues beyond the immediate cause of the vehicle collision.

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Contributing factors

  • Condition of road surface
  • Recent roadworks
  • Lack of signage
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