Police are investigating a fatal crash north of Whittlesea on Sunday.
Police have been told a ute was travelling along Whittlesea-Wallan Road when it left the road and crashed into a tree at about 4.30pm.
An 89-year-old Wallan man, the driver and sole occupant of the ute, died at the scene.
The Whittlesea-Wallan Road was closed to traffic for several hours on Sunday.
The exact circumstances surrounding the crash are yet to be determined and investigations remain ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the collision, with dashcam footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.