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Beau Appelbee
PersonBeau Appelbee, 12, was swept out to sea with his family and rescued after his brother swam for help.
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Beau Appelbee is a 12-year-old Australian boy who was recently involved in a life-threatening incident. He, along with his mother Joanne, 13-year-old brother Austin, and 8-year-old sister Grace, were swept out to sea while on holiday. The incident made headlines because of the extraordinary actions of his older brother, Austin, who swam approximately 2.5 miles for several hours to get help. Austin's determination is credited by police with saving the lives of his mother and siblings, including Beau, who spent up to 10 hours in the water. The family's ordeal and Austin's heroic swim have garnered significant media attention, highlighting the family's resilience and the difficult decisions made during the emergency.
Last updated: May 26, 2026


