Tragic Discovery: Two Lives Lost in Queensland's Wandal (2026)

Two people were found dead inside a residence in Queensland’s Rockhampton region.

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11:41am, Feb 18, 2026

Authorities discovered the bodies at a home on Lion Creek Road in Wandal after a welfare check was requested last night, shortly after 8pm.

Upon arrival, investigators located a 76-year-old woman and a 37-year-old man dead inside the dwelling.

A crime scene has been established at the property as officers continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Police say there is no ongoing threat to the public.

No additional details are available at this time.

Wandal is a Queensland suburb within the Rockhampton region with a population of fewer than 4,000 residents.

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Tragic Discovery: Two Lives Lost in Queensland's Wandal (2026)
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