Update 5: Missing man, Bribie Island

Police will continue efforts to locate a missing 73-year-old man from BribieIsland.

Mr Michael Newbon was last seen on the Heathland Street fire break heading towards Banksia Beach at 9.30am on October 9.

Police, State Emergency Service volunteers (SES), and other authorities have conducted extensive land searches in critical areas of Bribie Island since Wednesday, and have now scaled back the land search.

District Officer for Moreton, Inspector Lee Jeffries said the search has involved a large-scale community involvement, with fliers being distributed to local taxis, buses, pubs, and clubs.

“Police would like to thank the BribieIsland community for banding together to check their yards, waterways, and local streets looking for Mr Newbon,” Inspector Jeffries.

“We urge residents against mounting their own search in the National Parks area, as the terrain is extremely rough and almost impenetrable in places. Combined with recent hot and dry weather means it is far too risky.”

Inspector Jeffries said police would also like to thank members of the SES, EMQ, Rescue Helicopter Services, and QueenslandParks and Wildlife Service who are assisting in the search.

“Bribie Island Police, the Moreton Dog Unit, and the QueenslandParks and Wildlife Service will continue to conduct patrols and activities in the area in an effort to locate Mr Newbon,” he said.

“We will review activities to date and investigate all possible strategies on a daily basis until we find Mr Newbon.”

Mr Newbon is described being 180cm with a slim build and short grey hair, and is wearing a navy polo shirt, long navy trousers and black dress shoes.

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