Cyclist Killed in Bus Collision Outside Taronga Zoo in Mosman

Luisa — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:16:59 +0000

A cyclist has died following a collision with a bus outside Taronga Zoo in Mosman, with the man identified as a prominent motorsport businessman.

Incident and Emergency Response

A fatal collision occurred outside Taronga Zoo on Bradley’s Head Road in Mosman around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, 6 June. Emergency services responded to the scene where a cyclist, later identified as Tim Miles, was declared dead. The bus driver involved was uninjured and underwent mandatory hospital testing. No passengers on board the bus were harmed.

Police erected a visual barrier at the site while conducting a forensic investigation, prompting access restrictions for zoo visitors and vehicle owners in the area.

Photo Credit: Tim Miles/Facebook

Background in Motorsport and Business

Tim Miles, 58, was a businessman originally from Ashburton, New Zealand. He was well known in Australian and New Zealand motorsport, having co-founded Miles Advisory Partners in 2002. His career spanned over three decades and included leadership roles in corporate advisory and motor racing teams. He co-owned Triple Eight Race Engineering and played a role in the sale of Supercars to Archer Capital in 2011 and again in 2021 to RACE.

Mr Miles previously led Tasman Motorsport, managing its entry into the Supercars Championship in the early 2000s. Under his leadership, the team achieved multiple podiums, including second-place finishes at the Bathurst 1000 in 2005 and 2008.

Photo Credit: Tim Miles/Facebook

Recent Racing Activity

Earlier this year, Mr Miles competed in the Mustang Challenge Invitational during the Le Mans 24 Hours in France. He also partnered with fellow New Zealander Brendon Leitch in the GT World Challenge Australia, with the duo securing a race win at Phillip Island. In January, he also raced in the Taupo Historic GP.

Community and Industry Response

Family members described Mr Miles as a dedicated father and husband with a strong presence in motorsport and business. Tributes from the racing community noted his long-term involvement, from mentoring young drivers to competing and managing teams. Supercars and other organisations recognised his contributions as both a competitor and advisor, highlighting the influence he had on the sport’s development.

Taronga Zoo issued a statement confirming changes to site access following the incident. While the zoo remained open to visitors, buses from Mosman Junction and Taronga Wharf were not operating. Access was maintained through the zoo’s lower entrance, with ferries continuing to run as scheduled.

Investigation Ongoing

NSW Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the crash. The collision is being examined by the crash investigation unit. Authorities have asked for any dashcam or mobile footage from the public. Traffic diversions remain in place, and motorists have been urged to avoid the area.

Published 8-July-2025