Courts & Police
14 August, 2026
Update: Police confirm the search for Lily Hooper continues.
As at 8am. A major multi-agency search is continuing today for 18-year-old Lily Hooper, who is missing in Nattai National Park in the Southern Highlands.
As at 8am.
A major multi-agency search is continuing today for 18-year-old Lily Hooper, who is missing in Nattai National Park in the Southern Highlands.
Lily was last seen leaving a home on Burragorang Road at Oakdale about 8am on Wednesday, with the intention of going for a hike.
When she could not be contacted or located, concerns were raised for her welfare and police were notified.
Her vehicle was later located near the Bonnum Pic Walking Trail in Nattai National Park, prompting a major search of the surrounding area.
Police, Police Rescue, NSW State Emergency Service volunteers and NSW Ambulance personnel have been involved in the operation.
Police have confirmed to The Southern Wire this morning that, "at this stage, the only additional information is that the search is continuing today".
Lily is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 165cm tall, of medium build, with brown hair and brown eyes.
Anyone with information about Lily's whereabouts is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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