Corby family gathers at mum's house

Schapelle Corby's sister Mercedes and aunt have arrived at her mother's home while the whereabouts of the convicted drug smuggler remains a mystery.

Australian Schapelle Corby (right) receives a kiss from her mother

The Corby family has called for privacy as Schapelle Corby arrived back in Australia. (AAP)

Schapelle Corby's family are gathering at her mother's suburban home south of Brisbane as the location of the convicted drug smuggler remains a mystery.

Ms Corby arrived in Brisbane early on Sunday morning following her deportation from Bali, where she'd spent 12 years after being jailed for smuggling 4.1kg of marijuana.

While the 39-year-old's location in Queensland is unclear, her sister Mercedes and aunt Jen have both arrived at mother Rosleigh's house in Loganlea since Ms Corby's return.

Mercedes arrived in one of the black SUVs that led media on a wild goose chase from Brisbane Airport, with private security guards quickly ushering her into the home past waiting media.

A car with family friends later arrived, with a man donning Halloween masks to greet them and later let them out of the home.

Other people inside the house, including Mercedes, have spent time using mobile phones to film the media as visitors have come and gone from the property.

Ms Rose hasn't been seen but is believed to be inside the house.

Aunt Jen's arrival with two others later in the morning strengthened the likelihood of a family party to celebrate Schapelle's homecoming being held at the property.

"Yay. So happy, she's finally home in Australia," Jen told media.

Earlier, a statement from the Corby family was read by one of their security team members at the airport.

"It is with gratefulness and relief that we mark Schapelle Corby's return to Australia," the family statement said.

"We would like to say thank you to Schapelle's supporters for all the faith, love and support they have shown over the years.

"To all those in Australia and to all of those in Bali, who were there throughout the difficult journey, your support has not gone unnoticed."

The family has asked for privacy as she tries to settle back into life in Queensland.

"The priority of our focus will now be on healing and moving forward," the statement said.


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