Emergency services are currently on scene following a fatal single-vehicle crash at Kanahooka near Wollongong.
Police have been told the car was travelling on Lakeside Drive, has left the road and hit a tree about 8.45pm (Tuesday 13 August 2019).
The male driver has died at the scene and is yet to be formally identified.
Two passengers are injured, one seriously.
Lakeside Drive is closed in both directions.
For the latest traffic information motorists are advised to visit www.livetraffic.com.
Officers from Lake Illawarra Police District are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.