The family of the Australian woman killed in a deadly crowd crush while celebrating Halloween in downtown Seoul has paid tribute to "our life of the party".
Authorities have formally identified the woman as Grace Rached, the only confirmed Australian to die among more than 150 fatalities following the massive crowd surge that trapped hundreds.
Some 133 people were injured in the incident, while the death toll included mostly people aged in their 20s.
Among the injured is an Australian in intensive care and a dual citizen in a stable condition, the ABC was told.
A 23-year-old Sydneysider, Ms Rached was working as a film production assistant for a company called Electriclime Films.
She was among about 100,000 people that had gathered in the Itaewon neighbourhood on Saturday evening, when people became trapped in a crowd crush.
Shortly after 10:20pm, the crush began in the narrow, sloping alleyways near the Hamilton Hotel.
The ex-pat-friendly district is known for its nightlife, thriving bars, clubs and restaurants.
People had flocked to the area for the country's biggest outdoor Halloween festivities since COVID-19 restrictions were lifted there.
Survivors of the tragedy posted on social media as the horror unfolded, with people visibly unable to breathe, and one man climbing up a wall trying to escape.
Her 'kindness left an impression on everyone'
Ms Rached's family has released a statement saying they are "missing our gorgeous angel Grace, who lit up a room with her infectious smile".
"Grace always made others feel important and her kindness left an impression on everyone she ever met," they wrote.
"Grace always cared about others and she was loved by all."
Her family said she was a talented film producer and passionate about making a difference.
"She cared deeply about her two sisters and was a wonderful role model," they said.
"We will all deeply miss our beautiful Grace, our life of the party."
The family thanked everyone for their support but asked for privacy during their difficult time.
Ms Rached attended the University of Technology in Sydney where she had been studying a Bachelor of Communications and International Studies, according to her Facebook profile.
Authorities in South Korea said they are continuing to investigate the exact cause of the crushing event.
Before this, the deadliest crushing disaster in South Korea's history was at a pop concern in 2005, where 11 people were killed and around 60 others were injured.
South Korea's President Yoon Suk-yeol has declared a period of national mourning for the country's worst disaster in years.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese offered his condolences and urged all Australians in Seoul to check on the safety of their friends and family.
