Reward for information into murder of Theresa Binge increased to $1 million
Tuesday, 04 November 2025 12:17:20 PM
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The NSW Government, together with the NSW Police Force, have announced a $1 million reward for information into the murder of Boggabilla woman Theresa Binge.
Theresa Binge, then aged 43, was last seen about midday on Friday 18th July 2003 at the O’Shea’s Royal Hotel in Goondiwindi in Queensland.
At the time, she was wearing a horizontal striped black and yellow football jersey, silver track pants and white running shoes.
Theresa was reported missing to Queensland Police by her family members on Monday 21 July 2003.
On Tuesday 29 July 2003, Theresa’s body was located in a drainage culvert beneath the Mungindi-Goondiwindi Bridge Road – formerly known as Boomi Road – in NSW, approximately 12kms south of Goondiwindi.
Queensland Police had carriage of the initial missing person investigation; however, after Therese’s body was located, the matter was referred to Moree Police to commence a homicide investigation.
In 2007, the NSW Government announced a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for Theresa’s murder.
That same year an inquest into Theresa’s death began, with the Coroner finding Theresa’s manner of death was homicide by an unknown person or persons.
The matter was then referred to State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad Unsolved Homicide Team. A matter under investigation by the Unsolved Homicide Team is never closed and is continually reviewed for new avenues to progress the investigation.
Today (Tuesday 4 November 2025), Homicide Squad detectives have travelled to Moree to announce the reward for information into Theresa’s murder has been upgraded to $1 million.
Detectives will spend the week in Moree, Goondiwindi and surrounds raising awareness of the increased $1 million reward and, with assistance from Crime Stoppers, have employed the services of a mobile billboard to assist in spreading the word.
The Minister for Police and Counter-terrorism, Yasmin Catley said this renewed appeal is about keeping Theresa Binge’s memory alive and supporting her family’s long fight for answers.
“For more than twenty years, Theresa’s loved ones have lived with the pain of not knowing what happened to her.
“This $1 million reward is a reminder that justice never expires and that every piece of information is critical. Investigators believe this reward could encourage those with information to come forward and provide NSW Police the best opportunity to solve this tragic case.
“If you know something, no matter how small, now is the time to do the right thing and come forward.
“The NSW Police Force never gives up on cases like this, and together with the community, they will not stop until answers are found.”
Homicide Squad Commander, Detective Superintendent Joe Doueihi, said this renewed push is evidence police will not give up.
“Through the use of a mobile billboard, we’re bringing this message directly to the people. The billboard will be travelling between Moree and Goondiwindi to ensure this announcement reaches those who might not see it online or in the papers. Someone out there knows what happened to Theresa, and we want them to see this and come forward.
“Time can change things. People move on, relationships change, and what felt impossible to say years ago may feel more doable now. If you’ve been holding onto something, this is your chance to speak up,” Det Supt Doueihi said.
“As detectives, we don’t ever walk away from these cases. We keep digging, keep asking questions, and keep showing up – no matter how long it’s been. Theresa’s family deserve answers, and we are committed to getting them.
“This reward isn’t about money, it’s about justice. It’s about giving someone the push they need to do the right thing. If you know something, now is the time.”
Peter Price, Crime Stoppers CEO in NSW, said Crime Stoppers has been helping to stop, solve and prevent crime in NSW since 1989.
“There are a countless number of cases that have been resolved because of tips that have been provided to Crime Stoppers in complete confidence,” Mr Price said.
“The system not only works in NSW but helps to solve a crime every 14 minutes around the world.
“Today we’re in Moree and we really hope that our system will work in order to provide closure for the family of Theresa Binge.”
Anyone with information that may assist investigators are urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.