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Family of missing 18-year-old hiker ‘absolutely devastated’ as search continues in rugged NSW terrain

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on August 18, 2026 • Originally reported by Ima Caldwell. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Lily Hooper has not been seen since leaving for a hike in Nattai national park, south-west of Sydney, on 12 August

The family of missing 18-year-old bushwalker Lily Hooper say they are “absolutely devastated” that she has not been found after a multi-agency search.

On Tuesday, search efforts for the teenager continued through the dense tree canopy and rugged terrain of Nattai national park, about 90km south-west of Sydney, for a seventh day.

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