Beaumont children disappearance investigation
A book released in mid-2025 presents testimony from 'Louise' alleging that Harry Phipps was responsible for the 1966 kidnapping and murder of Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont, who vanished from Adelaide. As of April 26, 2026: Investigators are considering a sinkhole in Stansbury as a possible burial site for the children, whose bodies Louise claims Phipps may have moved. This follows a third excavation in February 2025 at the former Castalloy foundry, prompted by new testimony implicating Phipps, a known pedophile. An anatomy professor stated with over 90% certainty that a bone fragment found in May 2025 at Phipps' former home is human, and a familial link between Phipps and the Beaumont family was revealed.
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April 2026 — 2 developments
A book released in mid-2025 presents testimony from 'Louise' alleging that Harry Phipps was responsible for the 1966 kidnapping and murder of the Beaumont children.
A book released in mid-2025 presents testimony from 'Louise' alleging that Harry Phipps was responsible for the 1966 kidnapping and murder of the Beaumont children. Louise claims Phipps, identified as a pedophile, also abused her and involved her in a pedophile ring, suggesting he may have moved the children's bodies. A sinkhole in Stansbury is also being considered as a possible burial site.
A new book released in August 2025 presents testimony suggesting the Beaumont children's bodies may have been moved from the former Castalloy factory site, implicating Harry Phipps.
A new book released in August 2025 presents testimony suggesting the Beaumont children's bodies may have been moved from the former Castalloy factory site, implicating Harry Phipps. Investigators believe this new testimony could be a game-changer in the cold case.
March 2026 — 1 developments
A third excavation was conducted at the former Castalloy foundry in February 2025 as part of the Beaumont children's disappearance investigation.
A third excavation was conducted at the former Castalloy foundry in February 2025 as part of the Beaumont children's disappearance investigation. This renewed search was prompted by new testimony suggesting suspect Harry Phipps, who had a history of pedophilia, may be responsible for the children's deaths and disposal at his factory.
February 2026 — 1 developments
New revelations in the Beaumont children's disappearance case suggest it may be closer to being solved.
New revelations in the Beaumont children's disappearance case suggest it may be closer to being solved. Startling testimony from a woman identified as 'Louise' details the alleged kidnapping and murder of Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont, who vanished from Adelaide.
January 2026 — 6 developments
Investigator Bryan Littlely claims to have proof linking convicted sex offender Bill Cotton, who was…
Investigator Bryan Littlely claims to have proof linking convicted sex offender Bill Cotton, who was allegedly inside the Beaumont home on the day the children vanished, to another suspect, Stan Hart.
An anatomy professor has stated with over 90% certainty that a bone fragment found in May 2025 at the former home of deceased suspect Harry Phipps is human.
An anatomy professor has stated with over 90% certainty that a bone fragment found in May 2025 at the former home of deceased suspect Harry Phipps is human. Additionally, a final excavation revealed a previously unknown familial link between suspect Harry Phipps and the Beaumont family, as Phipps' niece was married to a cousin of the children's father.
An investigator named Bryan was contacted by a woman who claims she saw the Beaumont children on the…
An investigator named Bryan was contacted by a woman who claims she saw the Beaumont children on the day they went missing, introducing a new witness claim in the ongoing investigation.
Australia Day 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of the disappearance of Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumon…
Australia Day 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of the disappearance of Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont from Glenelg Beach, making it one of the country's longest-running missing children's cases.
A journalist's team claims to have found a bone fragment in May 2025 at the home of a deceased suspect, Harry Phipps, believing at least two people abducted the children.
A journalist's team claims to have found a bone fragment in May 2025 at the home of a deceased suspect, Harry Phipps, believing at least two people abducted the children.
The article highlights that investigations have included three separate excavations at the old Castalloy factory site over the decades.
The article highlights that investigations have included three separate excavations at the old Castalloy factory site over the decades.
September 2025 — 1 developments
A sinkhole in Stansbury on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula has been identified as a second site of…
A sinkhole in Stansbury on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula has been identified as a second site of interest in the ongoing investigation into the Beaumont children's disappearance.
August 2025 — 2 developments
A new, privately funded dig has commenced at a former factory site in Adelaide, once owned by prime …
A new, privately funded dig has commenced at a former factory site in Adelaide, once owned by prime suspect Harry Phipps, in an effort to solve the 1966 disappearance of the Beaumont children. Organizers expect new evidence to emerge from the excavation. Additionally, a witness named 'Louise' has provided testimony detailing the kidnapping and murder of the children.
New revelations from a book and a woman identified as 'Louise' claim that long-standing suspect Harry Phipps was responsible for the kidnapping and murder of the Beaumont children.
New revelations from a book and a woman identified as 'Louise' claim that long-standing suspect Harry Phipps was responsible for the kidnapping and murder of the Beaumont children. Authors are also preparing to release information identifying a chief suspect and a crucial eyewitness.
March 2025 — 1 developments
A week-long private search for the missing Beaumont children at the old Castalloy factory site concluded without finding new evidence.
A week-long private search for the missing Beaumont children at the old Castalloy factory site concluded without finding new evidence. However, the search team developed a new theory based on their investigation.
February 2025 — 10 developments
Television personality Andrew 'Cosi' Costello has offered to fund a new excavation at a different si…
Television personality Andrew 'Cosi' Costello has offered to fund a new excavation at a different site in Stansbury, following the ongoing search at the former Castalloy factory site.
During the ongoing excavation at the North Plympton site, investigators have focused on a fourth are…
During the ongoing excavation at the North Plympton site, investigators have focused on a fourth area of interest and are digging deeper and wider based on new information from historical maps.
A new excavation effort is underway at an old factory site in Adelaide, believed to be a potential burial ground for the Beaumont children.
A new excavation effort is underway at an old factory site in Adelaide, believed to be a potential burial ground for the Beaumont children. This effort is highlighted in a documentary about the nearly 60-year-old mystery.
The Harkin brothers, who reportedly dug a hole for prime suspect Harry Phipps in the 1960s, have assisted investigators at the latest dig site for the Beaumont children.
The Harkin brothers, who reportedly dug a hole for prime suspect Harry Phipps in the 1960s, have assisted investigators at the latest dig site for the Beaumont children. Their input has helped to focus the search on a specific area of interest.
A new search for the Beaumont children has commenced at a former factory site in Adelaide, South Australia, focusing on previously excavated areas and a new, unsearched location.
A new search for the Beaumont children has commenced at a former factory site in Adelaide, South Australia, focusing on previously excavated areas and a new, unsearched location. Organizers believe owner Harry Phipps may have kidnapped, murdered, and buried the children at the Castalloy foundry site. A newly revealed family connection between Phipps and the Beaumonts has also been disclosed.
Excavators are carefully removing topsoil at an old industrial site, searching for clues about the fate of the Beaumont children, who disappeared in 1966.
Excavators are carefully removing topsoil at an old industrial site, searching for clues about the fate of the Beaumont children, who disappeared in 1966. The dig is at a site previously owned by Harry Phipps, a person of interest in the case.
New evidence suggests a claimed family link by marriage between key suspect Harry Phipps and the missing Beaumont children.
New evidence suggests a claimed family link by marriage between key suspect Harry Phipps and the missing Beaumont children. Additionally, private investigators leading the current dig are receiving a large volume of calls and emails with new information, alongside over 50 calls to Crime Stoppers.
A third, privately funded excavation begins at the former Castalloy factory site, organized by South Australian MP Frank Pangallo, based on new evidence.
A third, privately funded excavation begins at the former Castalloy factory site, organized by South Australian MP Frank Pangallo, based on new evidence. The week-long search, which involves turning over 10,000 tons of soil, concludes without finding any remains.
A private team initiated an excavation at a former metal foundry site near Adelaide in February 2025…
A private team initiated an excavation at a former metal foundry site near Adelaide in February 2025 in search of the children's remains, though South Australia Police stated they do not believe the theory supporting this specific dig is backed by evidence.
Investigators discovered a slab of hardened sand at the old Castalloy site during the excavation for the Beaumont children.
Investigators discovered a slab of hardened sand at the old Castalloy site during the excavation for the Beaumont children.
August 2024 — 1 developments
A new witness, identified as 'Louise', has provided testimony alleging that businessman Harry Phipps sexually abused and murdered the Beaumont children.
A new witness, identified as 'Louise', has provided testimony alleging that businessman Harry Phipps sexually abused and murdered the Beaumont children. According to her account in a new book, Phipps confessed to strangling Jane and Arnna and dumping them on his factory site, while Grant was murdered and buried elsewhere. This testimony is a significant development in the decades-old case.
April 2023 — 1 developments
Jim Beaumont, the father of the missing children, dies in Adelaide at the age of 97, also without a resolution to his children's disappearance.
Jim Beaumont, the father of the missing children, dies in Adelaide at the age of 97, also without a resolution to his children's disappearance.
September 2019 — 1 developments
Nancy Beaumont, the mother of the missing children, dies in an Adelaide nursing home at the age of 92, never knowing what happened to her children.
Nancy Beaumont, the mother of the missing children, dies in an Adelaide nursing home at the age of 92, never knowing what happened to her children.
January 2018 — 1 developments
Adelaide detectives announce a new excavation at the Castalloy factory site, sponsored by Channel Seven.
Adelaide detectives announce a new excavation at the Castalloy factory site, sponsored by Channel Seven. The search on February 2, 2018, lasts nine hours, uncovering only animal bones and rubbish.
February 1966 — 1 developments
The disappearance gains international attention, leading to widespread fear among parents and a sign…
The disappearance gains international attention, leading to widespread fear among parents and a significant change in Australian societal norms regarding unsupervised children in public.
January 1966 — 2 developments
Multiple witnesses report seeing the Beaumont children on and near Glenelg Beach with a tall, fair-haired man in his mid-thirties.
Multiple witnesses report seeing the Beaumont children on and near Glenelg Beach with a tall, fair-haired man in his mid-thirties. They were also seen buying pies, pasties, buns, and fizzy drinks with a one-pound note, despite only having been given sixpence for bus fare.
Jane (9), Arnna (7), and Grant (4) Beaumont leave their home in Somerton Park, South Australia, for Glenelg Beach, a trip they often made.
Jane (9), Arnna (7), and Grant (4) Beaumont leave their home in Somerton Park, South Australia, for Glenelg Beach, a trip they often made. They are expected home by noon but do not return, prompting their parents to report them missing at 5:30 PM.