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The husband of a mother-of-two who died in a 'suspicious' house fire has been remanded in custody after being hit with a murder charge.
Louise Hunt died in the towering blaze at her Gehan home, 150km west of Brisbane, in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
The couple's two children were found uninjured nearby and are understood to be staying with relatives.
Cameron Hunt, 45, was arrested about 12 hours later at a home in Redcliffe 200km away and charged with murder domestic violence offence and arson.
A judge ruled at Toowoomba Magistrates Court on Wednesday Hunt would remain in custody until his next court appearance on July 16.
Magistrate Kyna Morice adjourned the case for three months to give police time to prepare a brief of evidence.
Firefighters were called to the giant blaze about 3am on Tuesday morning where they spent several hours combatting the flames.
Ms Hunt's body is believed to have been found in the ashes of the home, though a formal identification has not yet been made.
Cameron Hunt (right) has been charged with murder over the 'suspicious' house fire death of his wife Louise Hunt (left) in the early hours of Tuesday morning
Before her death, Ms Hunt (pictured) worked alongside her brother as the marketing coordinator at a family-owned vehicle accessory producer, TUFF Group
Forensic testing is underway and police have yet to make a formal identification of the body believed to have belonged to Ms Hunt
Before her death, Ms Hunt worked alongside her brother as the marketing coordinator at a family-owned vehicle accessory producer, TUFF Group.
In a statement provided to Daily Mail Australia, the company wrote: 'TUFF Group has suffered a devastating loss with the tragic death of Louise.
'The impact on the TUFF family has been enormous and incomprehensible.
'We are together grieving the loss of a work colleague, friend and an exceptional human being.'
She was described as the brand's 'creative force' on the company's website.
'When Louise isn't busy crafting compelling marketing campaigns, she cherishes time spent with her family,' it said.
'From a backyard BBQ to a beach getaway, Louise is happiest when she is with her husband, kids and adorable pets. She also loves spending time with friends, enjoying delicious food, and pairing it with a good glass of wine.'
'Louise's adventurous spirit was evident from a young age.'
Louise Hunt has been remembered fondly by members of her south Queensland community
Firefighters spent several hours combatting the blaze at the Hunt family's Gehan home
Local Mayor Geoff McDonald said the community had been left heartbroken by the 'tragic and senseless loss'.
'Our deepest condolences go out to all who are grieving. May the memory of Louise be a light in the darkness,' he wrote in a Facebook post.
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