Aussie influencer found dead weeks after going missing in Queensland

An Australian influencer and father has been found dead about four weeks after he disappeared from the Whitsundays in Queensland. 

Joel Pringle, 40, went missing from Waite Creek Court in Cannonvale, near Airlie Beach, on August 19, prompting a large-scale search operation.

His partner Eve Houghton has confirmed his body was found late Tuesday evening.

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"It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Joel was found late yesterday evening," she wrote on social media.

"We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has come together in the search for Joel – family, friends, and the many people who travelled from far and wide to help.

"We are incredibly thankful to the police, water police, SES, and local businesses that displayed flyers and posters.

"To everyone who offered their support and kindness – your love and care will forever be treasured by Joel's family and close friends."

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His death is not being treated as suspicious. 

Pringle is a graphic designer, whose retro branding has gained him popularity that has seen his work go global. His Instagram page has 40,000 followers.

After living in Melbourne, Pringle and Houghton sold everything they owned to buy and live on a yacht for almost two years.

They then bought a home in the Whitsundays. 

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