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flag A 5-year-old Australian girl drowned at a Fiji waterfall in January 2026 amid safety concerns and lack of warnings.

flag A five-year-old Australian girl, Lilly Wal, drowned at Biauseva Waterfall in Fiji on January 13, 2026, during heavy rain as her family was returning from the site. flag Her family, based in Queensland, is demanding answers, alleging they were not warned of dangers despite other tours canceling and being guided by someone lacking risk awareness. flag They claim inadequate safety measures and no barriers or shelters were present, calling for accountability and improved oversight at tourist sites. flag Fiji Police did not respond, and Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirmed it is providing consular assistance but cannot disclose details due to privacy rules. flag The incident has sparked national concern over tourist safety, particularly for children.

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