On June 17th, 1985, William “Billy” Steffen vanished from North Hobart, Tasmania, leaving behind two young children, a tent burned on the beach, and decades of unanswered questions. Forty years on, his daughter Susie shares her memories, grief, and determination to uncover what really happened to her dad. From lost police records to missed DNA matches, this episode exposes the deep cracks in Australia’s missing persons system and the enduring love of a family who refuse to forget. If you know someone who is dealing with a missing person, and would like to share your story, contact Sally at <a href="mailto:info@themissingmatter.com">info@themissingmatter.com</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

On June 17th, 1985, William “Billy” Steffen vanished from North Hobart, Tasmania, leaving behind two young children, a tent burned on the beach, and decades of unanswered questions. Forty years on, his daughter Susie shares her memories, grief, and determination to uncover what really happened to her dad. From lost police records to missed DNA matches, this episode exposes the deep cracks in Australia’s missing persons system and the enduring love of a family who refuse to forget. If you know someone who is dealing with a missing person, and would like to share your story, contact Sally at info@themissingmatter.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

&nbsp; On June 17th, 1985, William “Billy” Steffen vanished from North Hobart, Tasmania, leaving behind two young children, a tent burned on the beach, and decades of unanswered questions. Forty years on, his daughter Susie shares her memories, grief, and determination to uncover what really happened to her dad. From lost police records to missed DNA matches, this episode exposes the deep cracks in Australia’s missing persons system and the enduring love of a family who refuse to forget. If you know someone who is dealing with a missing person, and would like to share your story, contact Sally at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:info@themissingmatter.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@themissingmatter.com</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="noopener noreferrer">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Billy Matters... 14,721 days missing

What Happened To&hellip; is a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of missing people across Australia, with a focus on lesser-known cases that deserve more attention. Each episode explores a new story, helping families keep their loved one&rsquo;s name in the public conversation and raising awareness in the hope that someone, somewhere, may know something.&nbsp;
This series exists to support families, amplify their voices, and remind Australia that no missing person should ever be forgotten. 
Support and Information
If you have information about a missing person, contact&nbsp;Crime Stoppers&nbsp;on&nbsp;1800 333 000&nbsp;or submit a report at&nbsp;crimestoppers.com.au. Reports can be made confidentially.&nbsp;
For information about missing persons in Australia, visit the&nbsp;National Missing Persons Coordination Centre&nbsp;at&nbsp;missingpersons.gov.au. The centre is run by the Australian Federal Police and helps coordinate national awareness around missing persons cases. &nbsp;
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If this episode has raised distressing feelings, you can contact&nbsp;Lifeline&nbsp;24 hours a day on&nbsp;13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.
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What Happened To… is a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of missing people across Australia, with a focus on lesser-known cases that deserve more attention. Each episode explores a new story, helping families keep their loved one’s name in the public conversation and raising awareness in the hope that someone, somewhere, may know something.  This series exists to support families, amplify their voices, and remind Australia that no missing person should ever be forgotten. Support and Information If you have information about a missing person, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a report at crimestoppers.com.au. Reports can be made confidentially.  For information about missing persons in Australia, visit the National Missing Persons Coordination Centre at missingpersons.gov.au. The centre is run by the Australian Federal Police and helps coordinate national awareness around missing persons cases.     If this episode has raised distressing feelings, you can contact Lifeline 24 hours a day on 13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.  

What Happened To… is a podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of missing people across Australia, with a focus on lesser-known cases that deserve more attention. Each episode explores a new story, helping families keep their loved one’s name in the public conversation and raising awareness in the hope that someone, somewhere, may know something.&nbsp;
This series exists to support families, amplify their voices, and remind Australia that no missing person should ever be forgotten. 
Support and Information
If you have information about a missing person, contact&nbsp;Crime Stoppers&nbsp;on&nbsp;1800 333 000&nbsp;or submit a report at&nbsp;crimestoppers.com.au. Reports can be made confidentially.&nbsp;
For information about missing persons in Australia, visit the&nbsp;National Missing Persons Coordination Centre&nbsp;at&nbsp;missingpersons.gov.au. The centre is run by the Australian Federal Police and helps coordinate national awareness around missing persons cases. &nbsp;
&nbsp;
If this episode has raised distressing feelings, you can contact&nbsp;Lifeline&nbsp;24 hours a day on&nbsp;13 11 14 or visit lifeline.org.au.
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