Body of Missing NSW Teen Found After Christmas Eve Tragedy

Luca Bennett, 15, was swept off rocks at North Avoca Beach while playing with friends; recovery efforts are underway.

Luca Bennett, a 15-year-old student from Sydney, was swept into the ocean by a wave on Christmas Eve while at North Avoca Beach with friends.
Two of Luca's friends managed to swim to safety and raised the alarm, prompting a three-day search by police and surf lifesavers.
Luca's body was discovered on Friday at North Avoca Beach, and authorities are working to recover it from the rocks where it was found.
Luca was remembered as a talented basketball player, artist, and member of the Indigenous Education Program at Scots College in Sydney.
His parents expressed immense gratitude to the search teams, community, and friends for their support during the search and recovery efforts.