Event Brief
Car crash brings down power pole in Essendon North
Filed: Jun 24, 2026 at 3:04 AM ET
Summary: A vehicle collision cracked a power pole in half on Leake Street, shutting power to nearby businesses.
WHO: Fire Rescue Victoria
WHAT: A collision pulled down a snapped power pole and powerline across a busy street.
WHEN: Jun 24, 2026 at 2:18 AM ET
WHERE: Leake Street, Essendon North
WHY: The cause of the crash has not been reported.
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