Two bodies found on Queensland's Fraser Island

The bodies of two teenagers from Japan have been found at a popular lake on Queensland's Fraser Island.

A file image of K'gari/Fraser Island.

A file image of K'gari/Fraser Island. Source: Supplied

The bodies of two Japanese teenagers reported missing from a tourist group have been found at Lake McKenzie on Queensland's Fraser Island.

The boys, both aged 16, drowned at the popular tourist destination.

The pair were reported missing about 5pm on Friday.
A search and rescue operation started shortly after, with water police and helicopters called in to help.

The bodies of two boys were discovered in the lake at 8:20am on Saturday.

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner.

More to come.


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