A MOTOR bike rider who crashed into a tree near Nundle has been airlifted to Tamworth hospital.
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The 25-year-old man hit a tree at Hanging Rock late Sunday afternoon.
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter and NSW Ambulance paramedics rushed to the scene after reports the man had injured himself in the incident.
The helicopter critical care medical team stabilised the man at the scene and treated him for back injuries.
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He was flown to to Tamworth hospital and arrived at about 6:30pm in a stable condition.
It's the third incident in the area Westpac Rescue Helicopter crews have responded to at the long weekend.
A 7-year-old girl was flown from Quirindi to hospital on Saturday afternoon to be treated after she was trampled by a horse.
A serious crash on Thunderbolt's Way saw the crews called to treat a young woman on Saturday morning.
Madeline Link
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.
