Tributes flow for Victorian bus crash victim Darcy Bulman

The partner of Melbourne woman Darcy Bulman, who was killed in the horror Hunter Valley bus crash, is in a serious condition in hospital.

The partner of Melbourne woman Darcy Bulman, who was tragically killed in the horror NSW bus crash, is recovering in hospital with serious injuries.

Ms Bulman, 30, was identified as the 10th wedding guest who lost her life in the Hunter Valley smash.

Ms Bulman attended Madeleine Edsell and Mitchell Gaffney’s wedding with her partner, real estate agent Nick Dinakis, on Sunday.

The pair was snapped smiling in a photo together at the Wandin Estate venue just hours before the tragedy unfolded.

Mr Dinakis remained in a serious but stable condition in ICU on Wednesday morning at the John Hunter Hospital in Newcastle.

The Herald Sun understands family members have travelled from Melbourne to be by his side.

Nick Dinakis and his partner Darcy Bulman, who was killed in the crash. Picture: Instagram

Darcy Bulman remembered for ‘radiant glow’

Ms Bulman’s friend, Justin Mack, told the Herald Sun she was “always glowing”.

“She was radiant, always glowing brightly, very genuine and always there for anybody in need,” he said.

Ms Bulman studied accounting at La Trobe University from 2012 to 2015 before scoring a job at KPMG Australia.

She left the company in 2020 and began working as an investigator at the Australian Securities and Investments Commission from their Collins St office in the CBD.

A KPMG spokeswoman said Ms Bulman was a “wonderful colleague”.

“This is truly tragic news. Darcy was a very capable professional and a wonderful colleague in our forensic team,” she said.

“When she moved to ASIC, Darcy continued to build a successful career.

“Our thoughts are with Darcy’s family and friends at this very difficult time.”

In a graduate profile published on YouTube six years ago, Ms Bulman described herself as a “joker”.

“I’m a bit of a joker ... I like to have fun with my friends,” she said.

“I like to chill out, go to the beach, I love the water, water sports.

“I’m laidback but at the same time, I’m driven, I want to see what I can do.”

Darcy Bulman has been remembered for her ‘radiant glow’. Picture: Supplied

Ms Bulman said when she finished university she went on a study tour.

“I had this drive for, I wanted to go for something big, I wanted to push myself and make sure I was going out of my comfort zone, not sticking where it’s safe.

“So I went on an exchange, a study tour ... I jumped in the deep end.”

Ms Bulman spoke about her career aspirations, working for a big four accounting firm.

“I’m hoping to learn as I move, take the challenges and the responsibilities and learn not only in a professional sense but a human sense,” she said.

“I want to grow as a person but I also want to grow as a professional.”

An ASIC spokesperson told the Herald Sun that counselling services would be offered to Melbourne staff.

Ms Bulman’s neighbour, Phil, said she “always had a smile on her face” as he struggled to come to terms with the news.

“She was a really great girl, a really great human being,” he said.

“She was just a really kind-hearted person, she just had a good heart.

“It’s just shocking, it’s horrible, really horrible.”

Phil said the pair had lived in their Mitcham home for a couple of years and would often donate the supermarket mini collectables for his young child.

“That’s just the kind of person she was,” he said.

In a statement, Warrandyte Cricket Club said Ms Bulman was a beloved member of the community.

“The Warrandyte Cricket Club is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Darcy Bulman, a much-loved member of our Warrandyte Community,” it read.

“Our condolences go out to Darcy’s family and friends and the club is offering support to them at this time.”

Nick Dinakis remains in ICU after he was injured in the bus crash. Picture: Facebook

Victim’s injured partner successful agent

Nick Dinakis has worked in the real estate industry for more than 10 years.

He is employed at Morrison Kleeman and has sold property across Victoria including in Doreen, Wallan, Mernda and South Morang.

In a profile on the company’s website, Mr Dinakis is described as reliable and professional.

“Nick brings a strong work ethic and a great ability to build connections with people,” it read.

“His approachable personality and easy going nature enable him to inject confidence into everything he does, ensuring the client’s best interests are always a priority.

“He makes a great asset to the Morrison Kleeman team with an obvious strong local knowledge of the area.”

It’s understood Mr Dinakis has a passion for golf and is a sponsor of the Yarrambat Golf Course.

Morrison Kleeman declined to comment when contacted by the Herald Sun.

Premier sends ‘prayers’ to victims’ families

On Tuesday, Premier Daniel Andrews said Victoria stood ready to provide any necessary support for victims of the crash.

“To think of what should be such a special and joyous day — the beginning of a new chapter in a young couple’s life and all of the people they love coming together to celebrate — (to have that) ending in such tragic circumstances, it’s heartbreaking, just heartbreaking,” he said.

“We send our love and our support and prayers and best wishes to everyone caught up in this.

“If there is anything that we can do to support those families from our state who are caught up in this, of course we stand ready to do that.”

Mr Andrews said he may get an opportunity to speak with New South Wales Premier Chris Minns about the crash.

“They’re obviously very busy, we don’t want to get in the way of any of that,” he said.

Mr Andrews said every state in the nation would closely follow the investigation to understand how such a tragedy occurred.

“I think everyone has a duty to try and learn from it,” he said.