A similar chairlift accident at a Japanese ski resort was narrowly avoided just weeks before a young Australian woman tragically lost her life in almost identical circumstances. Young, adventurous and enjoying the experience of living and working abroad, Brooke Day was spending what should have been another perfect winter day on the slopes of Japan's famed Hakuba Valley. Brooke Day (right) was remembered as a talented young sportswoman as well as kind and fun-lovingBrooke Day came from a loving and very sporty family. The Nambour Toads Rugby Union Club wrote: 'We are heartbroken by the loss of Brooke Day, an iconic member of our Senior Women's squad over the past two seasons. Ms Day's family have revealed in a statement that she died in hospital on Sunday with her family by her side.

Source: Daily Mail February 03, 2026 14:40 UTC