LRT,
I believe the aircraft was a Bell 47 with a Soloy conversion. Sadly, the very experienced pilot flying was fatally injured, and the other occupant, also a very experienced pilot sustained minor injuries. It appears that a main rotor has penetrated the cabin.
Famous one-
Yes it was Peter. A very tragic loss to the helicopter community. Also on board was Ian Paull, another experienced and industry- renowned pilot.
Both men had considerable experience in SAR and EMS flying, with Peter earning a bravery award in 1997 for the rescue of people from a boat during a cyclone , well off the Queensland coast.
Condolences to Peter's family and friends, and a speedy recovery to Ian.