Major breakthrough in search for missing bushwalker Esther Wallace trends now
The discovery of a white crochet coat may help police narrow down their search for missing bushwalker Esther Wallace, who vanished on a rugged mountain in central west NSW 10 days ago.
Police say their hopes of finding Ms Wallace alive are diminishing and stress there are no suspects in her disappearance.
An officer declared the investigation had addressed some of the 'bizarre' aspects of the case - but would not give details.
The 47-year-old was reported missing on the morning of November 30 after becoming separated from her partner at the Federal Falls trail on Mount Canobolas, 20 km outside Orange.
Specialist search dogs will be brought in next week to help fine Esther Wallace (pictured)
Tyrone Stewart (left) insists his mum Esther Wallace (right) isn't the bushwalking type
The pair arrived at the popular walking track and camping spot in the early hours before sunrise.
Police Rescue crews and State Emergency Service volunteers have been searching through thick scrub and rocky bushland for any trace of Ms Wallace, who was last seen wearing an orange jacket, black pants and sandals.
Central West Police District commander, Assistant Superintendent Gerard Lawson, said police would continue looking for Ms Wallace over the weekend, after a white crochet garment was found on Thursday.
Other pieces of clothing were discovered about a week ago, though investigators are unable to link them to Ms Wallace until DNA results are returned.
'Finding those garments now gives us an area to focus our attention,' Mr Lawson said on Friday.
'For the sake of the family, it's important to try and get them some answers and try to find her.'
He said Ms
