In Australia, the police receive over 38,000 missing persons reports annually. Although many individuals are located shortly after, approximately 2,600 cases persist as long-term disappearances, spanning over three months. These people matter, The Missing Matter...................
When a loved one is reported missing, the emotional toll on their family and friends can be profound. It's crucial to recognize that each person may grapple with their emotions uniquely, responding in diverse ways.
Family members and friends of missing persons often express a spectrum of emotions, including fear, anger, guilt, blame, frustration, helplessness, ambiguity, and isolation. While not everyone undergoes all these feelings, it's vital to understand that any of these reactions are typical responses to an extraordinary circumstance.
The Missing Matter, Marion Matters Memorial Walk
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In 1997, my mother embarked on what seemed like the journey of a lifetime... but she vanished without a trace, never to be seen or heard from again. She defied the stereotype of a typical missing person. What followed next has been extensively documented in various forms of media and podcasts, ultimately leading to the State Coroner of New South Wales declaring her deceased under unexplained circumstances. Yet, she remains missing.
To mark what would have been my mother Marion's 80th birthday, and to honour her story along with countless others who have disappeared, we are organizing the inaugural The Missing Matter, Marion Matters Memorial Walk on Sunday, October 5th, 2025. Multiple walks will take place across the country and around the world.
We invite you to register your interest in this event below.
Remember, The Missing Matter. They don't have a voice: they need you to be their voice.
Sal xx
The Story of Marion Barter
If you want to find out about Marion's story, have any questions or want to connect, feel free to visit www.sallyleydon.com. I am always happy to chat and share my experiences.