Elizabeth Barkley
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“only a few scratches”
Elizabeth Barkley · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-12
William's mother told reporters the teenager emerged from six days in the bush with only minor injuries.
“He just stayed in one spot and waited to be rescued and I'm just over the moon he's alive.”
Elizabeth Barkley · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-12
Elizabeth Barkley described how her missing son survived by staying in one place and waiting for rescuers.
“He's never leaving the house again.”
Elizabeth Barkley · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-12
Elizabeth Barkley joked to reporters that her rescued teenage son would not be allowed out of the house again.
“He's doing fine, everything seems to be fine, he's in perfect health,”
Elizabeth Barkley · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-12
Elizabeth Barkley told reporters her son was in good condition after being rescued from dense bushland east of Melbourne.