Man dead after worksite trench collapse in Melbourne
Emergency services were called to the site on Quinns Road in Kilmore, 65km north of Melbourne about 11.30am on Friday.
Victoria Police confirmed a man died at the scene, but did not release further details.
A report will be prepared for the coroner and WorkSafe officials will investigate the incident.
More to come.
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