The Gold Coast community has gathered for a candlelight vigil remembering young mother Kelly Wilkinson, who was allegedly killed by her estranged partner last week. 

Nine News reporter Lily Greer crossed to Scott Emerson as the vigil got underway.

“The crowd here is absolutely huge … everyone here is wearing something green and they were told to do that because that was Kelly’s favourite colour.”

In a statement read out on behalf of her family, they described the young mother as “a strong, fierce woman with an enormous heart”.

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Member for Bonney Sam O’Connor told Neil Breen community members “turning up” would be the best show of support.

“We’d love to see as many locals as possible to show this family they’re not alone.

“They’re doing it unimaginably tough.”

Mr O’Connor said people should arrive at the Gold Coast Titans Training Centre, Parkwood from 4pm ahead of a 4.45pm start, wearing green and with a candle to light.

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