How Diesel, the Jack Russell puppy, survived a ride trapped in the engine of a car

Fleur Connick
Updated February 24 2021 - 9:03pm, first published 7:00pm
LUCKY PUP: Diesel, the 18-month-old Jack Russell pictured here with owner Lorelei Wainiqolo's children, Amariah, 4, and Ilaija, 5, had a lucky escape after a harrowing journey trapped in the engine of Ms Wainiqolo's vehicle.
LUCKY PUP: Diesel, the 18-month-old Jack Russell pictured here with owner Lorelei Wainiqolo's children, Amariah, 4, and Ilaija, 5, had a lucky escape after a harrowing journey trapped in the engine of Ms Wainiqolo's vehicle.

SINGLETON early childhood teacher Lorelei Wainiqolo "fell apart" when she pulled over after hearing a yelp coming from inside her car engine.

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Fleur Connick

Fleur Connick

Journalist

Audience Engagement Producer. Part of ACM's national editorial team, supporting newsrooms around the country with digital engagement. Passionate about telling stories and the power of good quality journalism. I live and work on the traditional lands of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.

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