In the shadowed corners of Summer Bay, tragedy has cast a long and somber shadow over the community. From the shocking and violent end of Carrie Barlo, who was tragically shot by her own brother, to the heartbreaking loss of Felicity Newman, who passed away from a brain aneurysm at just 26, the town’s history is marked by a series of devastating events.

The list of those who have left Summer Bay is both extensive and poignant. Tom Fletcher’s sudden heart attack and Shane Parish’s battle with septicemia tore families apart, leaving deep scars on the hearts of those left behind. The once-reliable G Ross was claimed by the relentless ocean, while Khloe Richards and Flynn Saunders succumbed to the quiet but deadly force of illness.

Summer Bay has seen its share of loss across all ages and circumstances. From the terror of shark attacks to the harsh reality of cancer, no one has been spared. Accidents, such as the car crashes that claimed David Croft and Jack Holden, and the sinister actions of killers like Sarah Lewis and Josh Barrett, have added layers of grief to the town’s narrative.

Yet, it is not just the deaths that haunt Summer Bay. The memories, the unfinished stories, and the lingering “what-ifs” continue to weigh heavily on those who remain. In this small town, joy and sorrow are inseparable, where each new sunrise could bring more heartache, and the sands of the beach are forever soaked with the tears of those who have loved and lost.