spotted from a helicopter, taking water from a creek in the heat, 500 metres from his family's rural home in the hunter valley, in an area that had been searched several times. aj! his mum, kelly, overwhelmed by relief. four days after he went missing, finally, reunited with her child. hundreds worked tirelessly, scouring this rugged, remote terrain. rescue teams with air support, search dogs and divers, as well as aj's family and friends. many feared the worst, wondering how a lone three—year—old could survive in this dangerous bushland. then came news of his rescue. thank god! thank you for everyone. he was taken straight for a medical checkup. his father said that little aj had some nappy rash and ant bites but was in reasonably good shape. what has sustained you