Miss World Australia finalist dies in a car accident

Miss World Australia finalist Elyse Miller-Kennedy died in a car accident that took place on 7th August. Miller was travelling on the Mareeba Dimbulah Road at about 7pm when her car collided with another vehicle carrying a 24-year-old French tourist and her 20-year-old companion.

Miller suffered critical head and facial injuries and injuries on her arms and legs. She was airlifted to Cairns Base Hospital before being taken to Townsville for further treatment. As per the reports Miller was trapped in her Toyota Camry for two hours after the incident.

Reigning Miss World Australia Madeline Cowe also released a statement…

“I’m in complete shock and lost for words. Elyse you were such an amazing person and I am so happy to have met you and spent the time we did together. You were such a mature, intelligent, kind, caring, fun and beautiful girl and at only 17 your life was taken far to early. I will always remember you, I miss you so much already. All my love, thoughts and prayers go out to Elyse’s family and friends. Rest in peace beautiful girl,” said Madeline Cowe.