UPDATE: Shylah has returned home safely.
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Police are appealing for the public's help to find a missing 12-year-old girl.
Shylah failed to return home from her school in Meadow Springs at the expected time of 3.40pm on Tuesday.
Police have concerns for her welfare.
She is described as having an olive complexion, 160cm tall, slim build and wavy brown hair tied in a low ponytail.
Shylah was last seen wearing a green coloured school uniform, including button up shirt, green blazer & pleated green tartan skirt, and a green school backpack.
Any information is urged to contact Police on 131 444.
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