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Tasmania Police continue desperate search for Belgium tourist Celine Cremer as SES focus efforts near Philosopher Falls

Hopes are fading for missing Belgium woman Celine Cremer as police prompt fears conditions are not "survivable" in the Tasmanian wilderness.

Tasmania Police are continuing to search for a missing Belgium woman who vanished in the state's north west more than two weeks ago.

Celine Cremer, 31, had been travelling around Tasmania as part of her trip to Australia and had plans to visit Victoria on June 21.

Ms Cremer - who has not been in contact with family and friends since June 12 - was last seen on June 17 before Tasmania Police reported her missing on June 26. 

SES Tasmania have focused their efforts around the Philosopher Falls Track area at Warata, where her white Honda vehicle was found "unattended" in a nearby car park on June 27. 

On Sunday afternoon, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter was utilised to search for Ms Cremer near Philosopher Falls. 

"A break in the challenging weather conditions means that the helicopter can be safely utilised as part of the search," police said. 

However, fears are growing for Ms Cremer's welfare as temperatures in the Tasmanian wilderness remain extremely cold and challenging. 

Inspector Anthea Maingay on Friday said medical experts had indicated weather conditions were not "survivable" in the current climate. 

“We’re continuing our efforts to locate Celine, but as we explained yesterday we have received expert medical advice that indicates the recent weather conditions were not survivable for the length of time that Celine is thought to have been exposed in the wilderness," she wrote. 

Tasmanian SES used all-terrain vehicles (ATV’s) to search a number of tracks around Philosopher Falls over the weekend but there is still no sign of Ms Cremer. 

Police have spoken to a hiker who was at Philosopher Falls at about 2:30 pm on June 18 to help assist officers in establishing her last movements.

"Our thoughts continue to be with Ms Cremer’s family and loved ones at this difficult time," police said. 

"The Philosopher Falls walking track at Waratah remains closed to the public."

Family and friends of Ms Cremer are desperately trying to track down the Belgium woman from the other side of the world, with her sister Amelia posting to Facebook last week. 

"We no longer have sign of life of my sister Cé Crmr Wber as of June 16, 2023. Breaking news, she was on a road trip to Tasmania before joining Melbourne via Ferry on June 21, 2023 aboard her vehicle (a white Honda CRV registered 'E40TF')," Amelia wrote. 

"If you have any information on my sister, please contact me directly or my mom Ariane Cremer.

"Please share this post widely and help us find her."

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Bodies found in Mexico in search for missing Australian surfers

Mexican authorities say three bodies have been found in an area where two Australian brothers and their American travel companion are missing.

A local government official in Ensenada, in Mexico’s north-west, told the ABC the bodies were found near a cliff on the Pacific coast on Friday morning, local time.

The bodies have not been identified.

Jake and Callum Robinson, originally from Perth, and their American friend Jack Carter Rhoad have not been heard from since April 27.

They were surfing and camping in Baja California, south of the US border, but had failed to show up at their accommodation in the city of Rosarito.

The car the three travellers had been using was found, burnt out, on a ranch in the area.

Authorities confirmed tents had also been found where the men were believed to be staying.

The Baja California coast is a popular surfing destination but is also plagued by violent drug cartels. The state contains many smuggling routes used by the cartels to get to the US, but tourist spots such as the Enseneda area are generally considered safer than other parts.

Local authorities fear the men met with foul play. But Baja California's Attorney-General, María Elena Andrade Ramírez, said they did not currently believe there was a link to organised crime.

Speaking through a translator, she told the ABC the disappearance of the men was an "atypical, exceptional case".

"We have a tourist influx and a similar case has not occurred," she said.

Three people — two brothers, and a 23-year-old woman romantically linked to one of them — were arrested earlier this week.

The woman was allegedly found with a mobile phone belonging to one of the missing Australians, local police said.

All three of the people arrested allegedly had drugs on them when they were detained. A pick-up truck belonging to one of the arrested trio had been seized, Ms Ramírez said.

"We have a substantial amount of evidence and are conducting a comprehensive investigation," Ms Ramírez told the ABC on Friday, local time.

"However, we have not uncovered any clues that could indicate their survival."

Callum, 33, is a successful lacrosse player who has played with several American teams. Jake, 30, is a doctor working in Perth, who had travelled to the US to visit his older brother.

Family and friends have been using social media to appeal for help finding the men. They said their lack of recent contact was out of character. 

Their parents Debra and Martin Robinson said on Friday they were "heading to the US/Mexico to be as close as possible to the area where they were last seen".

"Callum and Jake are beautiful human beings," they said in a statement to media.

"We love them so much and this breaks our heart.

"Our only comfort right now is that they were together doing something they passionately loved."

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Such tragic news. RIP.

They looked to be two great brothers that just wanted to hang together….tragic. So sorry for their parents.

mexico had always been on my bucket list for surf trips until surfers started getting killed there by the cartels. not anymore

Mexico is my favourite country in the world but you do have to be careful. Even when you are, sometimes you're just unlucky. We were driving back to camp from Salina Cruz at like 11pm one night (don't normally drive at night). There was a cop on the side of the road next to a car with its doors open, looked a bit like someone had been executed. Cop was signalling for us to pull over. As my friend went to pull over i told him no way man, could be a fake cop or corrupt, floor it past them. We hauled ass back to camp and I'm sure glad we did. I wonder if this was a robbery gone wrong. RIP fellas, least you were together and chasing the dream.

Such heartbreaking news. Condolences to their families. Living the dream on a surf adventure and then this. Tragic.

Two other Aussie surfers were killed a few years back as well, although not in Baja , beg to differ on her statement of no similar case has occurred. Go back over the years I’ll bet there’s been a few. Having two sons around the same age it would break my heart if I lost them . So tragic, RIP & condolences to their mum & dad. Such a waste.

So crazy to think of the stark difference in law and order, living standards, and the value of human life, demarked by a line on a map. A war rages scant miles from havens of wealth like San Diego, yet it is a world away. The demand for drugs is not a victimless crime, and combined with the US war drugs, has utterly devastated Mexico. RIP to these young men.

Isn't it wild hey that you can drive across a border and go from the US to a joint as loose as Mexico. This is so sad, cant imagine what their last moments were like. And knowing what's about to happen to your brother... unfathomable. RIP lad. It is really worst nightmare kind of scenario..

America has its own high level of gun crime, not to mention the levels of drug addiction, but the cartel stuff in Mexico is definitely very scary

If it’s them this is really, really sad. Thoughts go out to their parents.

A place I’d always wanted to go. Ticked many other risky spots off, Mexico won’t make this list I’m afraid.

A terrible tragedy and condolences to family and friends. We’ve all been on surf trips and maybe experienced vulnerable moments but not to this extent. I also despair for the Coffs surfer stabbed to death in the car park after a morning sesh. That’s incredibly hideous and close to home-our daily bread on home turf WTF

Hadn't even heard of the young fella at Coffs, that's awful. Wtf is wrong with people.

Sad stuff, Im always grateful that Indo doesnt have the on land danger risk that much of South America has.

So heavy. Distant friend of mines family. Heart goes out to them all.

Very Sad and story is still unfolding with a 4th body found.

Even more sad that Australia has a run of innocent beach murders / incidents... Sure we got that Bondi Horror...Anyone up for a Surf...OMG. Wanna forget that > Then all easily Recall that nation stopping Cleo Beach Abduction...equally as disturbing!

Yep! Don't take long for world to claim it's equally happening here in Oz also! Plenty in Oz newspapers report of recent Stabbings / Killings in secluded / remote beach car parks. Reckon Aussie parents be warning their Kids to be weary of Beach Hangs...

tbb has had Car Stolen + another Broken into on quiet beaches & days! Lose the lot...Wallets / Wetties / Tools whatever...car dumped at Cemetery! Theft from Camp Grounds and a good few Beach Gang Fights... Reckon all here have similar stories...but it ain't improving & happens Oz wide

Possible link being these beach crimes are nearly all are off grid...just as we read here... Note how Killers ensure their tidy up is immaculate...inhumane bastards know how cruel they are!

This research simply took as long as to type this...with searching to next & so on... Took no time at all to compile these Oz Beach attacks...Ask! Are most are listed...hard to say that! Only that tbb can sadly share that o'n Oz beach hangs are no place for innocents! Also noted many similar o's killings + secluded dead end Beach Homes...not included! Still quite a lot of Beach Gang beatings of Gays / Weak / Disabled & Sexual Assaults. Surf Crew here must think that never changes...sad to say it don't seem too & few expose this! Tourist resorts don't wanna alarm Visitors that Teen Gangs & murderers out number Sharks! Only coz ya can't fit that on Town Entry Signs!

Plenty of tragedy here...just sharing a recent Gang example...all know this is bog Oz standard fear! Oz Day Beach Gang Riots...bloody oath! https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/perth-teens-at-aus...

June 2023 : That spills over to 3 teens bashed & robbed by Palmy Army & so on & so on...all know! https://www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au/subscribe/news/1/?sourceCode=GCWEB_... Chix gangs pick off any Weak Links...Racial or Disabled...this be real vicious of late...Oz knows this! Feb 2023 : Teen chix Gang of 15 attack 3 Teen Chix on Coogee Beach https://www.6pr.com.au/three-13-year-old-girls-attacked-at-coogee-beach-... March 2024 : Teen Chix gang attack Teen Girl on Altona Beach https://www.3aw.com.au/autistic-teen-targeted-in-sickening-attacked-by-g...

Aug 2023 Sexual assault on 18 y'o woman Port Macquarie Beach...never stops... https://www.portnews.com.au/story/8314814/horrific-and-unprovoked-police...

Oct 2023 40y'o man stabbed in Umina Beach surf club car park https://www.theaustralian.com.au/breaking-news/umina-beach-murder-man-ch... https://7news.com.au/video/news/nsw/mans-body-found-inside-parked-car-in...

Dec 2023 Perth North Beach next level Home Invasion...another new Masked Hood thing all know! https://m.facebook.com/9NewsPerth/videos/man-attacked-outside-his-north-...

10 April 2024 : Chick Car thief loses dog > Goes next level ... Cops chase & shoot dog on Trigg beach https://www.9news.com.au/videos/national/dog-shot-dead-after-two-dachshu... Beachgoer

13 April 2024 : Bondi Surfer wants a Surf Buddy...goes on Slashing Rampage [Censored] Noting other recent Gang knife slashings on Bondi Beach TV.

2 May 2024 Coffs Surfer Stabbed to death https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-03/fatal-coffs-harbour-surfer-stabbi...

See Feature Tragedy...brings it back home...overseas & here...no escaping these beach crimes!

Oz Beachgoers & residents at these dead end Oz hangs would be equally nervous. Surfers have gotta be weary or have a Plan B...these off grid beach crimes are Oz wide. World could just as easily be reading 'bout Oz Beach Crime Crisis without us knowing.

Despite Media being slow on the scene...swellnet crew are aware of ongoing beach tragedies. The very reason you the crew & tbb are reading and reporting of this here & now. Sure...Surf Rage in the surf on the beach...we also live and breathe this...our beloved majestic world. If you are reading...We hear you & are equally deeply shocked & feel for your loss. We do acknowledge & sympathize with fellow beachgoers family's of endless Beach tragedies. We wish for your hearts to heal...we're at one with you in wanting peace on our shore! Let's make that so!

Sincerest condolences to the family and friends of these boys doing nothing more than living life. It's senseless. RIP.

Tb- I never lost a beach gang fight. 100 metres was the closest they came.

Senseless If it was a robbery, Aussie lads would've just handed over their phones, cash etc ??

What a tradgedy I spent a bit of time in the Philippines , where hand guns are legal and poverty is everywhere,and it’s always in the back of your mind, that’s why they all have bessa block homes with bars on the windows and tin roofs ,they’d rather bake than have no security.Unless you’ve been hungry and in poverty for the last 20 or 30 years you don’t know how someone thinks.

I wouldn't be put off Mexico if you want to visit. Great consistent waves, great people, best food in Central America. Ideally speak a bit of Spanish or be with someone that does. I've never been to Baja but I wouldn't be going around in a relatively fancy car, not speaking Spanish in an unfamiliar location. The first thing you should do is talk to locals about what to do/not to do, where to go/where not to go and WHEN. That always kept me out of trouble and I was young and dumb. Anywhere on the Narco trail through Central America you gotta be careful.

I'd be living in Mexico if it wasn't for my young kids and I hope to in the future before I get to old to surf decently. Condolences to the parents for what seems to be a nightmare scenario.

Horrible thing to happen to the boys and condolences to the family but I agree, don't be put off. Central America was hands down my best experience of travelling & surfing solo. Bused around Mex for over 3 months with a dirty old board bag and backpack, probably looking half homeless. Heard a lot of heavy stories, some innocent but most involved drugs or flashing fancy material possessions around.

My bus got hijacked on the way to Puerto 20+ years ago. Taken off road into the bush, robbed at gunpoint for an hour, girls were raped. It was heavy. What's strikes me here is the cops put out the same BS story about capturing the offenders. They rounded up some poor farmers, beat the crap out of them and made me try and identify them and some fake loot. I could tell it was a stitch up. I said no but those blokes would have been put in a dark hole and they put out a press release all was safe for tourists in Acapulco. It felt like the cops were involved actually. I got more scared of cops in the end. Anyway Mexico is heavy. Life is cheap. Trust no one. Don't treat it like Bali and think you are invincible when you are young. Be embarrassingly cautious. RIP boys.

Embarrassingly cautious. Sound advice. I drove down Baja for 8 weeks in 2002 with my girlfirend when I was 22 y.o. None of this ever really entered my head. There was talk of bandidos on the road at night, and having to bribe cops for minor driving indiscretions (which we had to do a couple of times), but I never really stopped to think about it too hard, and perhaps it is sometimes better that way. That said, I'm lucky enough to still be here. I was embarrassingly naive.....RIP

blacksheep, that sounds the Mexico I've heard about... beheadings are not uncommon and the value of life is extremely cheap... i wont be doing a road trip there ever... Poor bastards... RIP boys

So so sad, always wanted to do Baja, sounds sketchy as now. RIP lads.

Why would a drug cartel have any interest in these poor guys, surely not to steal a couple of $$... Maybe the victims witnessed something they shouldn't seen?

Latest word is they confronted and resisted the crew who were trying to take their truck and were shot in the head execution style as a result :(

Just went to a send-off yesterday for a mate and his wife who intend to drive down down Mex and Central America. They reckon they will travel in convoys.

Feel so bad for the family & friends, its such a tragic event and have been thinking about the situation the boys faced so much over recent days.

I also generally feel for the many welcoming and hospitable Mexicans who open their heart the first time you meet them that live in fear of these events daily, either through the news of another sensless homicide or the ongoing cartel wars where locals (and tourists) are finding much harder to avoid.

My partner & I have travelled to Baja in 2020 & mainland on 3 separate occassions, most recenty being in Nov 23 where we had a few sketchy moments that could have turned out different. It now seems your never far away from heavy issues and when moving around cannot always skirt the many illegal export routes or stay clear of criminal opportunists. Mexico is filled with wonderful people, culture, food, surf etc.. but sadly the best parts are often off limits and the risk is becoming far greater than the reward, especially surfing and road tripping its coastline.

Finally, can only hope the Mexican people regain their country and freedoms once again and that innocent travellers like these boys can do what we enjoy so freely here in Oz. RIP

Also heart goes out to Coffs surfer who died last week, bloody tragic. Stop the knife attacks, this is not the States. Zero tolerance to violence of any kind, OZ does not need this shit. Lets get back to living for each other

Drove from San Diego all the way to the bottom of Baja and back , late 90,s . The northern part was sketchy even then, Tijuana, ensenada and rosarito all big population centres so we kept going , enpty further south , big gaps between small towns surfed a lot of good waves , camping in the desert like the nw a bit . Met some sketchy expat Americans and had an encounter with gnarly looking mexican guy at a servo while talking to us through the van window drops a baggie into our car which my friend immediately threw back to him ( maybe to get us arrested down the road, or just to sell ,not sure?) , weird encounters with federales ( police check points) , car searches and confiscation of playboy magazines and some food ( bored cops abusing power) Always cautious where we camped . Got a good dose of " montezumas revenge" (bali belly) too Epic trip Heard it got a lot more dangerous mid 2000,s and since RIP fellas , condolences to all who knew them .

Got a charter bus through Mexico to Guatemala on the honeymoon and thought that was the safe option, which it was for us, but a mate went with his girlfriend and their bus got hijacked in a similar area, some other tourists killed with machetes, and my mate and his girlfriend escaped through the bushland.

Some just get unlucky, those poor fellas.

RIP to those poor lads and condolences to their families. I went to Mexico 15 years ago but to the tip of Baja around Cabo. It felt reasonably safe there though I wasn't keen on travelling anywhere at night away from the tourist areas. I did a little day trip further up the coast with some friends but you could sense the locals weren't too stoked to see us. We were told if we wanted to go further up the coast to find the point breaks, to pay a guide to come with us (around $150 US a day) and he would carry a gun plus apparently they know who to pay off so you don't get robbed. It was a bit too expensive for us so I didn't end up going. I've heard others from the States say paying a guide is usually a safer option than doing it yourself and never put up a fight if you do get robbed, as they don't care too much about shooting gringos. There's safer spots in the world to find waves but if you must go to Mexico, be cautious at all times.

Went 15 years ago. Not a surf trip as such, but did spend a week in Puerto Escondido and scored it pretty good. Never felt too unsafe in the southern parts of the country, but always tried to travel by day and on the major bus network (i.e. big buses full of people). Did take one overnight bus and two vans which used back roads rather than the main road network. Felt uneasy on those trips for sure. No fucking way I would have hired a car, let alone driven a brand new expensive American truck around the place. I have team members at work in Mexico and even they're scared of driving between the major towns themselves due to the rates of assault/robbery/car-jacking etc.

Well the parents have identified the boys, so sad, to travel all that way to confirm your worst fears. The theory is that the murderers wanted the tyres off their ute for their own car. All died with a single gun shot to their heads. See https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-06/missing-australian-surfers-in-mex... Given that I think there was only one gun, if you are ever in that situation, God forbid, the only chance is to rush the gunman, one grabs the gun parries or deflects it and the others punch the holder's head (or kick if you can) to disorient and then choke or break neck with a twist. Someone will get shot for sure but it might be the only chance someone might survive.

The residents of Ensenada held a March on Sunday carrying a surfboard with "Australia we are with you" written on it in Spanish, which is some comfort I guess. The residents are obviously sick of the lawlessness too.

I went to Rosarito Beach in 1984 with a bunch of Aussies and Californians from Orange County, even then there was a list of dos and don'ts but more related to traffic accidents (like don't have one) and watch your stuff and don't take any valuables. Nothing like the level of violence back then, went there and never saw anything ontoward and had a good time. Ice has turned the place upside down. Sounds like ice logic to me to steal the tyres and put them on their own crappy ute.

“ God forbid, the only chance is to rush the gunman, one grabs the gun parries or deflects it and the others punch the holder's head (or kick if you can) to disorient and then choke or break neck with a twist. ”

Travelling surfer to ice addicted thief - “now if you could just kneel down, relax the shoulders, engage the safety on your gun and keep still while I snap your neck please, thank you.”

I’m not making light of this horrendous situation but comments like this are amusing

Yeah, I would say a better 'only chance' would be to comply with demands and hope they don't shoot you.

I agree! What I am saying is all out or all in. If the theory that they resisted is true, then the resistance wasn't all in. And I'm also suggesting that after you have complied and turned the other cheek and it becomes clear that they are going to kill you anyway, it's time for a do or die effort. Kill or be killed - you're going to die anyway if you do nothing. The point is to have a plan like this long before it happens, you won't have time to decide what to do when it happens.

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Mexican Authorities Search for Missing Australian, US Tourists

Aerial view of the beach, following the disappearance of two Australian tourists and one American tourist in Baja California, in Rosarito, Mexico May 2, 2024. According to local media, the missing tourists had booked accommodation in Rosarito but did not show up. REUTERS/Jorge Duenes

By Lizbeth Diaz

MEXICO CITY (Reuters) - Mexican authorities said on Thursday they were searching at sea and on land for two Australians and one American reported missing in Baja California, one of the country's most violent states.

Australian brothers Callum and Jake Robinson and American Jack Carter Rhoad were reported missing on April 29, according to Baja California's prosecutors' office, and were last seen on April 27.

The three were on vacation surfing in the municipality of Ensenada, about an hour and a half south of the U.S.-Mexico border.

"Since the disappearance was reported, the operation has been ongoing, and so far, a cell phone apparently belonging to one of the missing persons and a vehicle have been recovered," Jorge Argoud, operational deputy director of security in Ensenada, told Reuters.

State prosecutor Socorro Ibarra said three people are being investigated in regards to the case, though it remained unclear whether they were involved in the disappearance of the men.

Tents were found in the area the missing men were last seen, said Ibarra, adding that they were formally reported missing days after their actual disappearance.

"We have already contacted authorities in the United States and also in Australia because it is important in these cases to know the full context about the missing persons," Ibarra told journalists during a news conference.

People alleging to be related to the Australian brothers posted about their disappearance on social media last week. Relatives of the missing persons did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

(Reporting by Lizbeth Diaz; Writing by Anthony Esposito. Editing by Gerry Doyle)

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If not for the love of sea glass

By Suzy Casement

Suzy and Belinda

I am sitting here reflecting on the life of one of our Australian seasters, a beautiful soul who left this world way too soon, Belinda Lorking Tanner on Instagram as @belindalt. Today would have been Belinda’s 60th birthday, a birthday she was very excited for and one she planned to celebrate and enjoy to the fullest, just like she did everything in her life.

I was fortunate enough to meet Belinda through our Australian sea glass community. If it wasn’t for this, our paths may never have crossed, and my life would have been poorer for it. Belinda made everyone feel special—she always had so much love to give and she gave it so freely. She often told you that she loved you.

Her death has left many people around the world surprised, and so many of her Instagram family have reached out in shock and sadness about her passing. Even if they didn’t get to meet her in real life, she still made them feel loved, and they cherished her friendship.

Belinda had fought long and hard to keep her cancer at bay and surprised everyone with her results. She gave it her all, forever positive and focused on fighting this disease, but also on living her life to the fullest. It was an 11-year battle, and she kicked its butt three times, but this last time was a lot harder to surmount.

Belinda was one of a kind: so gentle in nature, softly spoken, kind to everyone, and extremely generous. I would receive mail from her with a note saying she wanted to send me a gift and wanted to keep it private. It was so touching to know she just thought of you and wanted you to know it. I look around and cherish these items from her.

I am so thankful that our paths crossed over the love of rubbish that people discarded a century or more ago. These people never knew the remains would be considered treasure in the future, how coveted a Codd marble or stopper would be, and that a whole community would unite in their love of sea glass. It is an incredible hobby to be a part of and the loss of Belinda is very noticeable. She always commented and encouraged you on. I miss her but I am thankful I got to experience being Belinda’s friend.

I’m lucky to have visited her home on my trips to Queensland, thankful to have met her dog Sunshine, her family, and to have stood in awe with Lainie in front of Belinda’s beautiful collection of sea glass and beach-inspired memorabilia that filled her amazing house. Sea glass was a huge part of her life and her family and friends accepted it. I am sure not all understood it—just like our families and friends—but it meant a lot to Belinda and that was all that mattered.

She will never be forgotten, and there isn’t a visit I take to the beach where I don’t think of her, or think “she would love this” or “I’ll keep that for Bel.” It still happens—now and then I correct myself and try to accept she is gone, forever. She will always be one of the best friends the love of sea glass has given me, and I will always treasure her more than anything

I find on the beach.

Love, Suzy xo

Belinda....

Lainie and Belinda

Yellow, Sunshine, and salt water. Things she loved, and three words that will always remind me of Belinda.

In March 2018, we met through the beachcombing community on Instagram—two Queenslanders brought together by the shared love of sea glass and seashells. She loved my posts and I loved hers—especially when she would share pictures and videos of her adorable little dog, Sunshine. We’d always leave each other sweet comments on our posts, always making each other smile. I loved hearing about her travels to Hawaii and seeing her posts of the adventures she was having there. I was traveling vicariously through her.

On August 10, 2018, Bel shared a post celebrating her one year remission from a very rare cancer that she had. I had no idea she had been through this battle, as she didn’t talk about it. Instead, she enjoyed all the little things in life and focused on that.

I was so excited to fly to Sydney in November 2019. As scared as I am of flying, the joy and excitement of finally getting to meet my Aussie sea sisters in real life was worth the anxiety. Dear Suzy and her hubby Steve picked me up from the airport and off we went to Malabar Beach to gather with the other seasters. How lucky was I? I got to share an apartment with Bel and Fi. It was like we had known each other all our lives, not just a couple of years, and the conversations flowed easily. We were all Geminis and had so much in common.

Bel was like the typical, caring big sis. She would not let me sleep on the lounge, choosing it for herself instead, so I could sleep in one of the bedrooms. She had the biggest heart. It was my first time in Sydney, so Bel drove us around and showed us all the tourist spots and all her fave beaches that she loved to visit. It was so much fun. I will forever treasure those memories of our weekend together.

Bel was such a kind and generous friend. I’d receive little surprises from her in the mail when it wasn’t even my birthday. One of my favorite gifts was a gorgeous apron of hers. She never wore it and wanted me to have it because she knew I loved to cook. It has mermaids, turtles, and seahorses on it—things we both love. It’s so special to me, especially now.

I am sitting on my beach to write this. It seemed fitting to be by the sea while I think of her. I know she’s out there swimming free in eternity with her favorite animals, the sea turtles. I’m in my favorite corner where the shells are. Bel had planned a trip with her best friend to come and visit me, and sit right here on this spot. But the COVID pandemic of 2020 stopped that. And then in 2021, a visit by a local crocodile postponed the next trip. Bel loved her early morning ocean swims so there was no way I’d have her risking getting into the water with him hanging around!

Then 2022 arrived—and with it, health issues that saw her in and out of the hospital. She fought so bloody hard for those she loved.

My family did a trip to the Gold Coast at the beginning of this year, January 2023. Bel and I walked together down to the beach and stood on the famous Deck of Knowledge. Little did I know that when I left her, that would be the last time I’d ever hug her. After nearly six years of fighting the biggest battle of her life, sadly, Bel passed away surrounded by her loving family on May 7th, 2023.

A week later, while I was walking in my garden thinking of her, a little yellow butterfly appeared. It was flitting around a frangipani that had just bloomed for the first time. The name of this frangi is “Sunshine.” I kid you not! I believe in signs and messages from above and I truly believe this was a message from Bel telling me she’s ok.

I am forever thankful I got to know her and call her my friend.

Brave, Beautiful, Belinda. I miss you.

Love Lainie xo

By Fiona Dart

Left: Lainie, Belinda, Sunshine, and Suzy. Center: Belinda joked, “It was fancy dress,” at the Sea Glass Sisterhood Sydney Weekend in 2019. Right: Fiona and Belinda.

I first met Belinda and her husband Phil well over five years ago. We initially connected through Instagram, and although we both resided in different states, we built our friendship through many direct messages. We bonded instantly. Belinda and Phil had often visited Tasmania (where I reside) for holidays. The couple loved coming to Tassie, and my husband Pete and I loved playing host.

We shared so many coincidences. Our daughters share the same name, we are both Geminis, and born nine days apart. When I mentioned our remote gate code to Belinda, it was quite remarkable as her code to her gate at home was exactly the same. Most of all we are both beachcombers. I felt as though I had found my seasister from another mister. I felt extremely connected to Belinda. We shared a unique and special tie and so did our husbands. When they visited, Belinda and I would go beachcombing and the boys would play golf. Belinda was a kind and generous human. She radiated sunshine, hence her love of yellow and everything beachy.

Her family was her life. She adored her husband, her three children, and her little dog Sunshine. She was always positive and full of fun. Unbelievably resilient she was. I knew she was in and out of remission and she fought a courageous battle without complaint. Seven months ago when I had my own health issue, she wanted to fly down to Tasmania to be with me. This is a testament to her selfless and loving character. I am missing Belinda. I think about her every day and I dearly miss our friendship. I thank my lucky stars that our paths crossed and feel humbled and grateful to have known this gorgeous woman.

I’m still grappling with the fact that I will never see her again. Her life was cut short and I was so looking forward to us turning 60 together and sharing our birthday experiences. Sadly that was not to be. I will never forget you, Belinda, and your legacy of love and kindness. May you forever beachcomb to your heart’s content and continue to eat the yummy Valhalla ice cream you used to love so much when you came to Tasmania.

Sleep peacefully my beautiful friend. To know you was to love you.

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Land and air search for missing woman nicole barrenger from sisters beach, tasmania.

A large-scale search is underway for a missing woman whose car was found at a boat ramp at a beach in Tasmania’s north.

Nicole Barrenger, 45, has not been heard from since Tuesday.

Police have been searching the Sisters Beach area where she lives, about 87km west of Devonport.

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The search intensified and officers became concerned when they located her car at the Sisters Beach boat ramp on Wednesday.

The boat ramp at the end of Irby Blvd is mostly used by recreational fishermen.

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter is helping in the search involving about 25 officers from several agencies including the police dive squad and Surf Life Saving Tasmania.

Barrenger is described as having a stocky build with shoulder-length red hair.

Anyone who has seen or heard from Barrenger is urged to call police on 131 444.

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Shayla Phillips: Tasmania police confirm missing four-year-old girl found safe and well

Shayla taken to hospital for assessment after being located in Stormlea after spending more than two days lost in bushland

A four-year-old girl who went missing in southern Tasmania has been found alive and well.

About 100 people had been involved in the frantic search for Shayla Phillips on the Tasman Peninsula since she went missing on Wednesday afternoon.

State Emergency Service crews conducting a close-to-ground search spotted her on a steep slope in dense bushland near Halls Road, Stormlea, just after 4pm on Friday, hundreds of metres from where she went missing.

Insp Gavin Hallett said Shayla was able to walk but appeared disoriented and police reunited her with her mother as soon as they could.

“It was obviously very emotional when I passed the happy news on to mum. She was very grateful,” he told reporters.

Shayla was taken to hospital for medical assessment after spending two nights in the remote area where temperatures dropped to 11C.

“Dehydration would be an issue so certainly that’s something they’d be wanting to fix as soon as they can,” Hallett said.

The area where she was found was about 500 metres from the nearest home, and had previously been searched from the air, but not on foot.

Hallett said he knew that search crews, combing their way through dense bushland, simply had to persevere.

“We’ve said all along this was a search and rescue operation, there was nothing at all to indicate that anything untoward had happened, we knew that if we just kept pressing away we would find her,” he said.

“It was certainly a great relief to find her safe and well.”

It’s understood the search crew saw her about 100 metres from where they were.

Thermal imaging drones, helicopters, divers and sniffer dogs from Victoria police were involved in the search.

Shayla had been playing outside with dogs from a neighbouring property when she was last seen about 2.30pm on Wednesday, wearing pink leggings, a cream top, and gumboots.

When her mother went to check on her about half an hour later, Shayla and the dogs were gone.

The Tasmanian premier, Peter Gutwein, said the news was heartwarming and thanked everyone who helped with the search.

“For the last 48 hours, Tasmania’s thoughts and prayers have been with Shayla, her family and loved ones wishing for her to be found safely,” he said.

“We are all so pleased to see little Shayla reunited with her family and friends following this positive outcome.”

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Shocking twist in disappearance of Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson in Mexico

Mexican authorities have charged three people over the disappearance of Perth brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their American friend Jack Carter Rhoad.

It comes after four bodies were discovered in the Baja California area early on Saturday morning, Australian time.

The site is understood to be near where the brothers and their mate had been on a surfing trip before they were last seen on April 27.

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“Three bodies were found south of the city of Ensenada, and they were recovered in co-ordination with other authorities during a specialised operation because they were found in a zone of difficult access,” the State Attorney-General’s Office said in a statement.

“This was done as part of the search for two Australians and one American reported missing.”

Two hours after releasing that statement, Mexican authorities revealed another body — believed to be “older remains” — had been found.

But Baja California Attorney-General Maria Elena Andrade Ramirez later confirmed it was not connected to the current case.

Heavily armed police guarded the grim scene as the recovery operation took place at Punta San José in the township of Santo Tomás.

It was reported the bodies were found in a well more than 15 metres deep, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune and Mexican publication Zeta.

Firefighters and personnel from the State Attorney-General’s Office (FGE) worked to carefully to remove the bodies.

The town is about a 90-minute drive from Ensenada, where the Robinson brothers and Mr Rhoad were last seen before they were meant to travel north to Rosarito.

Authorities believe the bodies are that of the three men, but are awaiting forensic testing results for confirmation. Two men and a woman have since been charged with the “forced disappearance of people” — a crime akin to kidnapping.

Ms Andrade Ramirez said evidence obtained by authorities so far suggested that the three men were killed in an attempted carjacking gone wrong.

“When they tried to get the vehicle, the victims opposed the robbery,” Ms Andrade Ramirez told 7NEWS.

“The robbers were armed with a firearm and then apparently shot the victims.”

The chief prosecutor said they believed the attempted robbery was not linked to organised crime, despite the presence of gangs in the area.

But, she said that would not stop authorities from bringing justice to the men and their devastated families.

The two men and woman in custody are expected to be charged with murder.

“This crime won’t be unpunished,” Ms Andrade Ramirez said.

“I believe that you noticed that we acted in a fast way to get the first results. The investigation is still open, but it could change as we get more information.”

The site where the bodies were discovered was near a popular remote surfing spot known as the “Lighthouse”. And it is in the same area where the missing men’s tents were found, where blood was reportedly found, and where the burnt-out Chevrolet Colorado ute they had been driving was found on Friday.

Ms Andrade Ramirez said evidence found along with the tourists’ abandoned tents was linked to the three people in custody.

Investigators are continuing to comb the isolated beach area, where the bodies were discovered, for any additional evidence.

The three men have been missing since Saturday, April 27, after they didn’t arrive at their accommodation in Rosarito.

Callum, 33, a talented lacrosse player, had been living in San Diego.

His brother Jake, 30, a doctor, had just travelled overseas to visit him for a surfing trip.

Their parents, Debra and Martin Robinson, have travelled to Mexico to be closer to the investigation.

In a statement on Friday, they spoke proudly of their highly successful sons, who were meant to be on “a trip of a lifetime” when communication from them abruptly stopped.

They talked of how the elder brother Callum had made the decision to “follow his dream” by moving to the US to play lacrosse — a sport he had since gone on to represent Australia in.

And how doctor Jake had left Australia just two weeks ago to join his brother, before he was due to take up a new role at University Hospital Geelong in Victoria. The pair had attended US music festival Coachella before they drove across the border to Mexico to surf for a few days.

The distraught parents also thanked well-wishers for their support and the various authorities involved with the investigation.

“We thank everyone, especially the police, DFAT, Australian embassy staff and other authorities, for continuing the search to find the answers we desperately seek,” they said.

The siblings’ disappearance triggered a multi-state response from Mexican authorities, the Australian and US embassies, Australian Federal Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Mrs Robinson put out a desperate plea for assistance on social media and Facebook travel pages in the hope that someone had seen her sons.

That post was soon dispersed worldwide as friends and family of the men shared or made their own posts about the disappearance.

Initial investigations led Mexican police to a 23-year-old woman who they tracked down after a mobile phone belonging to one of the missing tourists was pinged by a cell tower.

The woman had the mobile phone as well as illicit drugs on her, leading to her arrest and further questioning by authorities over the men.

“A working team (of investigators) was at the site where (those arrested) were last seen, where tents and other evidence was found that could be linked to these three people we have under investigation,” Ms Andrade Ramirez said.

“There is a lot of important information that we can’t make public.”

Although drug cartels are active in the area, she said, “all lines of investigation are open at this time” and that investigators “cannot rule anything out”.

Officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirmed on Saturday they were providing ongoing assistance to the Robinson family, who live in the Perth northern suburb of Sorrento.

The department also confirmed the Australian Embassy in Mexico City was continuing to work closely with the Australian Federal Police and local authorities on the matter.

“The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade recognises this is a very distressing time for the family and is in regular contact with them to provide support,” a spokesperson said.

“Owing to our privacy obligations we are unable to provide further comment.”

The department recently reviewed and updated its travel advice for Mexico.

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Van Dairy pulls pins as last slice of once-vast Tasmanian dairy farm Woolnorth put up for sale

ABC Rural Van Dairy pulls pins as last slice of once-vast Tasmanian dairy farm Woolnorth put up for sale

• In short:  The remaining parcel of an historical dairy farming property in Tasmania's far north-west hits the market this week.
• The farm was once Australia's largest dairy operation, but has been mired in controversy and been the subject of a senate hearing in foreign investments since its 2016 sale.
• What's next?  Senator Peter Whish-Wilson has urged the state or federal government to purchase the property to preserve its history.

The remaining slice of a 200-year-old farming property in Tasmania's north-west is up for sale, following years of controversy, unrealised grand ambitions, allegations of animal cruelty and mismanagement, and the recent loss of a major milk contract.

The property last sold in 2016 for $280 million in a contentious purchase to a Chinese investment company after an eleventh-hour bid that staved off two rival bids by Australian companies.

The sale  required signing off by the Foreign Investment Review Board , headed by then-treasurer Scott Morrison.

At the time of its sale, it was the largest dairy operation in Australia, spanning a vast 143,500 hectares, milking 17,890 cows over 7,062 hectares.

On Monday, billionaire Chinese businessman Xianfeng Lu announced he would sell off the last 9,500 hectares of his landholdings at remote Woolnorth.

"It is with disappointment that I will be placing our remaining landholdings of Woolnorth on the property market, in anticipation of the expiration of our long-term milk supply agreement," he said.

"It has been an honour to be the owner and custodian of one of Australia's most important historic agricultural properties."

The sale follows news that New Zealand dairy giant Fonterra cancelled its 25-million-litres per year milk contract with Mr Lu's company, Van Dairy Ltd, formerly Moon Lake Investments, in February after a number of unresolvable commercial factors.

In the wake of the announcement, the ABC understands Mr Lu sent thousands of dairy cows to the nearby abattoir for slaughter. It was widely reported at the time that about 700 cows were killed, but sources have confirmed that number to be much higher.

Plan was to fly fresh milk to China

Initially, Mr Lu had a grand plan to fly millions of litres of fresh Tasmanian milk to Chinese consumers in Ningbo, Shanghai, Hangzhou and Beijing.

That did not eventuate.

The sale was supported by the then-federal treasurer Scott Morrison, who said the investment commitments from the buyer would result in more jobs in Tasmania.

Mr Lu's approval from the Foreign Investment Review Board to buy the property was subject to five conditions, including employment in the area, investment in infrastructure and environmental projects.

However, the conditions were a voluntary agreement and were not met, which later led to calls to toughen the board's powers.

In 2021, Mr Lu announced plans to build a milk powder processing plant at Woolnorth, which would then be packaged at a Burnie factory the company bought. The application was withdrawn in 2023.

Again in 2021, Mr Lu said he would put aside 1,800 hectares of land for Tasmanian devil conservation.

It is unclear what happened to that land in subsequent sales.

Former chief executive of Moon Lake Investments, Evan Rolley, joined the company with high hopes.

"A board was appointed with a lot of expertise … an excellent team of 25 dairy managers, it was all set," he said.

"There were all these commitments made, but unfortunately, none of that transpired."

Case study of 'what not to do'

A critic of Van Dairy's ownership, Greens Senator for Tasmania Peter Whish-Wilson, said the property became a case study in "what not to do" for a Senate inquiry into foreign investment proposals.

"They made undertakings that they would spend $100 million in capital upgrades," Senator Whish-Wilson said.

"What we found five or six years later was that the investor hadn't spent the money that they promised.

"These undertakings were voluntary, so couldn't be enforced under our Foreign Investment Review Board laws. So that needs to change."

As the years rolled on, the property became subject to numerous reports and investigations into allegations of effluent management issues and animal cruelty, as well as the mass resignation of its board members in 2018.

Mr Lu denied any cruelty but confirmed a 2021 audit had found 83 per cent of the company's 23 farms had failed to comply with the Farm Dairy Premises Effluent Management Code of Practice.

Farmland carved off

Over subsequent years, Mr Lu sold off portions of the property, whittling his holdings down to a final 9,500 hectares.

Last month, a further 700-hectare slice entered the market. It sold for $15 million to Prime Dairy, the dairy arm of Melbourne-based fund manager Prime Value Asset Management.

The current sale, listed by Nutrien Harcourts, includes an historic homestead, an 1830s workers cottage and multiple historic dwellings.

"I personally feel that the state and federal government should consider buying part of this iconic property, especially the original homestead," Senator Whish-Wilson said.

"It's an ark and a refuge for the Tasmanian devil, there's enormous potential for this to be a tourist attraction in a part of the world that does need jobs.

"I think the key lesson that we need to learn is that this part of Tasmania may not be suitable for intensive dairy farming."

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Bay of Fires star reveals the very negative reaction she got from locals while filming the crime-filled ABC series in Tasmania: 'I was getting a lot of flack'

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Published: 23:12 EDT, 2 May 2024 | Updated: 23:34 EDT, 2 May 2024

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It was the ABC's breakout drama hit of 2023 and is already set for a return season.

But now Bay of Fires star Marta Dusseldorp has revealed that filming the crime show on location in Tasmania created quite a bit of tension in the community.

The 51-year-old, who also is a producer on the drama, was told by locals that the seedy goings-on depicted in the drama might give people the wrong idea about their home state.

'I was getting quite a lot of flack,' Dusseldorp said in a new interview with TV Tonight on Friday.

She said that locals were asking her, 'are you depicting Tassie in a bad light'?

Bay of Fires star Marta Dusseldorp has revealed that filming the crime series on location in Tasmania made the locals uneasy. Pictured: Marta Dusseldorp on the red carpet in 2022

'And I'm going, ''[The characters are] not Tasmanians!’' But I couldn’t reveal it because I didn’t want to spoil [the storyline].'

In the show the former Wentworth actress plays a character called Stella who, after several attempts on life, is relocated with her family to a remote Tasmanian village.

Unfortunately for Stella, the (fictional) town of Mystery Bay appears to be full of crims and lowlifes in some form of witness protection.

Dusseldorp continued: 'I also didn't want to spoil it for those who streamed it, because we were the top of ABC iview non-kids... but it really brought in a young and a male audience, which was really interesting.'

Elsewhere in the chat Dusseldorp revealed plot details for season 2 of the drama, which begins filming in Tasmania next week.

She said that Stella will still be running Mystery Bay, fans can expect her to face off against a new arrival.

'Dusseldorp said in a new interview with TV Tonight on Friday that she received flack from locals. Ironically the focus of the shows plot is on town full of outsiders in witness protection.Pictured: A scene from the show

Starring alongside Dusseldorp in season 1 are John Wick actor Toby Leonard Moore, Nicholas Bell (A Place to Call Home) and Pamela Rabe (Wentworth).

Also starring are Kerry Fox (The Dressmaker) and Last King of the Cross actor Matt Nable.

Currently, the ABC plan to debut season 2 of Bay of Fires next year. 

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Police vessel van diemen departing tasmania police fleet.

Monday, 6 May 2024 - 8:05 am.

After nearly three decades in Tasmania Police’s fleet Police Vessel (PV) Van Diemen has been sold and is departing Tasmania today. 

“Following nearly 30 years of service patrolling waters around Tasmania and its islands – PV Van Diemen has been decommissioned from service with Tasmania Police and leaves our shores today,” said Assistant Commissioner Robert Blackwood. 

Under a State Government funding allocation for the procurement of a new Offshore Police Patrol Vessel for Tasmania Police – PV Van Diemen is being replaced with a new vessel which is scheduled to be delivered in the third quarter of 2024.

“PV Van Diemen has been a significant asset to Tasmania Police and is renowned Australia wide,” said Assistant Commissioner Blackwood.  

“Since joining our fleet in 1995, the vessel has attained a highly successful patrol history, and proven itself on the waters of the Bass Strait, Tasman Sea, and rugged Southern Ocean.”

“Having assisted in the detection and apprehension of illegal fishers and being involved in numerous rescues at sea – PV Van Diemen has travelled approximately 120,000nm in total (around 4000nm per year) – that’s the equivalent of circumnavigating Australia 16 times, or Tasmania 150 times.” 

“Today PV Van Diemen will depart the Hobart dock for the last time – but it’s not the end for the vessel which has been sold to Australian Federal Police and is being relocated to Papua New Guinea.” 

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The University of Adelaide has launched the Centre for Sustainable Operations and Resilient Supply Chains (CSORSC) which will focus on accelerating the transformation of Australia’s supply chains to be more robust and adaptable. The new centre is led by Professor Kannan Govindan and Associate Professor Devika Kannan, supported by the University’s Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Resources (ISER) whilst being anchored in the Adelaide Business School. Professor Govindan said:“CSORSC will provide the know-how for industries and governments to transition to better and greener manufacturing and supply chains which will be more dependable while supporting our net-zero emissions ambitions and the goal of a truly circular economy.”

JET Charge reaches 10,000 milestone

Electric vehicle infrastructure company JET Charge has hit what it says is a significant milestone for the nation’s EV transition, becoming the first Australian company to install 10,000 EV chargers into residential homes.  JET Charge was co-founded by Tim Washington and Ellen Liang, working out of a small garage in Melbourne and installing home chargers for the first Teslas that arrived in Australia, a decade ago. “Australia has all the makings of clean energy, low-carbon powerhouses, and we’re determined to realise that potential by breaking down the barriers to charging,” said Liang. “The long-awaited EV transition is well and truly upon us. We’re so proud to play our part.” 

Coles launches recyclable paper bag for mandarins

Supermarket chain Coles announced recyclable paper bag packaging for mandarins, replacing a plastic net bag. In a statement this week, Coles said the new-look packaging solution “will avoid the use of 11,700 kilograms of plastic in one year and can be recycled kerbside”, adding that the “new-style packets of mandarins in paper bags (800g) are available in all states and territories excluding Western Australia and start from $5.50.” Coles General Manager Fresh Produce Charlotte Gilbert said: “Customers can still purchase their favourite mandarin loose, including the delicious Imperial and Afourer varieties, with more than 16 million tonnes of the citrus fruit expected to be sold across Coles stores this season.”

Chinese medicine research hub gets funding boost

The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture has received additional funding for a research hub examining the prospect of growing traditional Chinese herbs in Tasmania, which the university says resents a huge opportunity for Tasmania to tap into a $130 billion global industry. The $1 million project was due to finish this year but has been extended to 2026 after an extra $278,000 was allocated by AEMG Education/W&E Health. The two-and-a-half year extension will allow the completion of seven PhD projects that are investigating six potential new crops for Tasmania, including whether Chinese Bellflower, Milkvetch, and peony can be grown in Tasmania to the required quality specifications. TIA Professor Dugald Close said, “Our research aims to match the Tasmanian climate and soils with potential new crops, and develop growing systems to optimise quality in terms of the bioactive components. The rising demand of Chinese medicinal herbs could create an opportunity in Tasmania.”

ASPI raises concern about loss of basic manufacturing

Australian Strategic Policy Institute senior fellow David Uren has written that what remains of the nation’s basic supplies needs to be preserved “both for the sake of national security and as the essential foundations for downstream manufacturing.” In an article on the think tank’s website published on Tuesday — and following the recent collapse of plastic maker Qenos and decision by industrial gas company BOC to close its Darwin helium plant in December — Uren cited ambitious investments in quantum computing and battery plans by the federal government. “Saving the remnants of Australia’s chemicals and basic metals industries may be less exciting but could count for more in a national security crisis” he concluded. (Article available here .)

Hydrogen injection tech secures first revenues

Lilydale, Victoria-based hydrogen injection company, H2i Technology, has announced its first revenues and that it is moving forward to install five units in mid-May for a customer in Asia after completing fabrication (see picture.) The installation will be the first of its sales pipeline of 100,000 units across the Middle East, Europe, Asia, North America, and Australia, the company said in a statement this week, adding that it has a focus on the steel/iron manufacturing, agriculture, construction, remote communities, mining, and hospitality/tourism sectors. H2i Technology said that it will support its growth through a strong supply chain and manufacturing base it has built locally in Australia, “with the capability to produce 1,000 units a month.” H2i has launched a capital raise, via VCEX, to finance delivery of these sales opportunities, and plans an IPO next year.

Picture: Units at H2i’s R&D & Production Centre being prepared to be sent to its first customer (supplied)

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Posted: May 6, 2024 | Last updated: May 7, 2024

Have you ever scrolled through travel blogs to see the same destinations across every page? Paris, Rome, and the Great Barrier Reef are all incredible places, for sure. But the world is brimming with hidden gems waiting to be explored. If you crave unique experiences and breathtaking beauty, ditch the crowds and set your sights on these lesser-known destinations. 

1. Tasmania, Australia

Tasmania is an all-in-one spot in Australia where you can find everything, from beaches to mountains and forests.  This  makes it a central hub for nature lovers. Moreover, being isolated, it is home to indigenous wildlife, particularly the popular Tasmanian devil. You can also explore the vibrant cultural life in its capital, Hobart. 

2. Isle of Skye, Scotland

Well-known for its rugged landscapes, the Isle of Skye is a part of the Inner Hebrides in Scotland. Being here, you can discover some of the country’s most iconic locations, including Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing, and the Fairy Pools. In addition, the picturesque fishing villages and medieval castles also steal the spotlight. 

3. Aysen Region, Chile

Aysen Region, the less-traveled area of Patagonia, offers an exciting getaway with its combination of fjords, glaciers, and dense forests. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast but hate crowds, this place is a must-visit. You can perform various fun activities here like exploring the Marble Caves or hiking in Cerro Castillo. 

While Bhutan does not see much tourist traffic, it’s a great place to plan a vacation. The country’s dramatic landscape comprises monasteries, fortresses, steep mountains, valleys, and much more. A trip here is incomplete if you don’t tour around places like Paro. It’s a Bhutanese town where you can go mountain biking and kayaking.  

5. Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Raja Ampat, also called the Four Kings, is a less-commonly known archipelago in Indonesia. It comprises almost 1,500 small islands, each displaying nature’s beauty at its best. The area is particularly popular for its rich coral reef system. You can witness vibrant and diverse marine life by diving here.

6. Lake Baikal, Russia

Despite being the world’s deepest and oldest freshwater lake, Lake Baikal in Russia remains unpopular.  What makes it unique is that  it holds almost 20% of the world’s freshwater reserve.  If you love hiking, then this place is a must to explore. Moreover, the area is also famous for its wildlife, including the unique Baikal seal. 

7. The Faroe Islands, Denmark

Located between Iceland and Norway in the North Atlantic Ocean, the Faroe Islands are a collection of 18 volcanic islands characterized by dramatic cliffs, rugged coastlines, and long summer days. The islands offer picturesque villages, sheep-laden hillsides, and a great opportunity to disconnect from the modern world.

8. Svalbard, Norway

Svalbard, a group of Norwegian islands, is located in the Arctic Ocean. This tourist attraction is mainly famous for its series of glaciers and frozen tundras.  Here, you can even  spot polar bears, Svalbard reindeer, and Arctic foxes.   If you want to witness the Northern Lights,  it’s recommended to visit  here during the winter.  Meanwhile, the Midnight Sun during summer is also a worth-exploring phenomenon. 

9. Wadi Rum, Jordan

Popularly known as the Valley of the Moon, Wadi Rum boasts red-pink sands  along with  stunning natural arches. Its desert-based landscape is a beautiful space to explore. Moreover, it has also been featured in many films. You can tour around the region on a jeep safari. Spending a night in a Bedouin camp is another adventure to not miss out on. 

10. Valley of Flowers National Park, India

Located in  the state of  Uttarakhand, the Valley of Flowers National Park blooms with countless flowers, such as orchids, poppies, primulas, and marigolds, creating a vibrant and stunning landscape. Accessible via trek, it’s a part of the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve. It is also home to rare and endangered animals like the Asiatic black bear, snow leopard, and brown bear.

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