The half brother of Schapelle Corby who was with her when she was arrested in 2004 has hinted at a lucrative TV deal for the convicted drug smuggler.
Supporters have gathered at mother Rosleigh Rose's home at Longanlea, south of Brisbane, to celebrate the news that her daughter had been released on parole after more than nine years inside Kerobokan prison.
Half-brother James Kisina, and friends Alyth Jeffers and Katrina Richards, who travelled to Bali with Corby in 2004 when 4.2kg of marijuana was found inside her boogie board bag, came outside to open a bottle of champagne in front of reporters.
Asked what was discussed during their earlier phone call with Corby, Mr Kisina hinted at a lucrative TV deal, saying: "That's an expensive question, man".
The Seven Network has been the only media outlet allowed access to Ms Rose's home.
Ms Rose earlier came outside to open champagne in front of the media, but did not speak.
But Ms Jeffers said Corby had spoken to Ms Rose and other supporters at the party.
"(Corby) said general stuff that she loves her," she said, appearing reluctant to divulge too much of the conversation.
Ms Richards said Corby sounded "in good spirits".
Ms Jeffers said they told Corby: "We love you Schapelle".
She said she wanted to thank Mercedes Corby, who Schapelle will be living with in Bali while she is on parole.
"I'd love to give her a huge hug and thank her, she has done amazing," Ms Jeffers said.
"I don't know anybody who could have lasted this long and fought to the end. She is an amazing woman.
"It says a lot about both their characters - they are both strong, beautiful, staunch women, so you'd better watch out."
