Overview
- Suzanne Rees, 80, was found dead on Lizard Island a day after the Coral Adventurer departed without her.
- She reportedly left a difficult hike unescorted, and her family alleges the ship departed without a passenger count.
- AMSA has barred the vessel’s master from embarking new passengers and will attend the ship on its return to Cairns.
- Coral Expeditions ended the 60-day voyage, citing the death and earlier mechanical issues, and offered full refunds with chartered flights home.
- The company issued an apology and said a report is being prepared for the coroner as Queensland Police continue inquiries classed as non-suspicious.