A powerful show of community resilience and strength unfolded at Nobby on Saturday as family, friends and supporters gathered to honour the life and legacy of 21-years-old Lauren Smith, whose life was cut short by epilepsy.

Lauren, daughter of Susan and Craig Smith, grew up in Nobby and was a student at Clifton State High School.

The youngest of three siblings, she was known for her love of cattle showing, football and her cheeky sense of humour.

Her life changed abruptly at 17 when she experienced her first seizure, just a day after her birthday.

On Saturday morning on the family farm, the Smith family, alongside local haulage company OBrienco Transport, officially unveiled a specially branded B-Triple truck dedicated to Lauren’s memory, transforming personal grief into a lasting commitment to epilepsy and SUDEP (Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy) awareness.

Branded with Lauren’s story, the truck will travel across Australia carrying a message of awareness, remembrance and hope – ensuring that Lauren’s legacy, affectionately known as “Lozza’s Legacy”, will outlast her short years on earth.

Lauren’s mother, Susan Smith, said the event reflected not only the love her daughter inspired, but the determination of family, friends and the wider community to make meaningful change.

“When Lauren passed away, we were completely blindsided.

“We had no idea SUDEP was even possible,” Susan said.

“Now, it’s our mission to get Lauren’s story out there and get people talking about epilepsy.”

The unveiling event brought together the Smith family, close friends the OBrienco Transport team, Epilepsy Queensland representatives and supportive community members. 

This article appeared in On Our Selection News, 18 December 2025.