Australian woman who died after being caught in Japanese ski lift remembered as a ‘vibrant spirit’
The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftSCO 1 min read 100% complete by Ima CaldwellFebruary 3, 2026 at 06:16 AM
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Brooke Day, a 22-year-old Australian snowboarder from Queensland, died after an accident at the Tsugaike Mountain resort in Otari, near Nagano, Japan on Friday. Day sustained critical injuries when her backpack became caught in a ski lift. Tributes have been made remembering her as a kind, talented person with a vibrant spirit and infectious sense of humour. She was described as a cherished teammate. The incident is under investigation to determine the exact cause.
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