The family of Lily Hooper is calling for changes to bush safety laws after her death during a hiking incident. Multiple outlets report the family is urging greater attention to personal safety measures when people go into remote areas.
According to reporting, the family wants higher public awareness and clearer expectations around carrying and using safety technology. They point to devices such as EPIRBs (emergency position-indicating radio beacons) and tracking tools, as well as navigation equipment like Garmin or similar GPS and Navman-type devices. The aim is to improve the chances of locating a missing person and speeding up rescue.
Outlets frame the call as a push for stronger preparation, though they focus on different aspects of the message: some emphasise awareness and access to equipment, while others highlight the broader policy question of whether a bush safety law or requirement should be introduced. All sources centre on the family’s response to the tragedy and their argument that better readiness could reduce risk for hikers and other outdoor travellers.
