STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS

Ms BERRY (Whitlam) (13:43): A search is ongoing for Lily Hooper, an 18-year-old woman who was last seen heading out for a bushwalk a week ago in Nattai National Park in my electorate of Whitlam. Our thoughts are with Lily, her family and everyone who knows and loves her. Lily's disappearance has been a source of worry and concern for many people in the community, and at this incredibly difficult time our thoughts are with her, her family and her loved ones, who are facing unimaginable worry and uncertainty.

On behalf of the community, I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone involved in the multi-agency response to Lily's disappearance. To the police officers, SES and RFS volunteers, specialist search teams, helicopter crews and everyone working tirelessly across the challenging terrain of Nattai National Park to search for Lily we say thank you.

Your dedication, courage and determination in searching through challenging conditions demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to bringing Lily home. We recognise the long hours, difficult conditions and emotional strain on everyone involved. We're incredibly grateful for everything you're doing.

Lily's family and loved ones are at the forefront of our thoughts. To Lily's family: please know that so many people in the community are thinking of you and hoping for Lily's safe return. We stand with you.

You're in our thoughts at this incredibly difficult time.