Loved ones march to remember late Queensland schoolgirl Jayde Kendall

Hundreds have marched through the Queensland town of Gatton to remember schoolgirl Jayde Kendall, one year after her death.

Jayde, 16, disappeared from the Lockyer Valley town on August 14 last year, with her body found in a paddock almost two weeks later after an intensive search by police and volunteers.

Her friend Brenden Bennetts, 19, was charged with her murder and has been ordered to stand trial.

Jayde’s family, friends and those who helped in the search today called for action to reduce violence and increase safety for young people.

Campaigners wore purple – Jayde’s favourite colour.

Jayde’s father Bruce Morrissey said the family was grieving, but wanted to use his daughter’s death to make a difference.

“It’s been very hard,” Mr Morrisey said.

“It’s one of the longest years I’ve experienced.”

He said the march was aimed at teaching people to be more aware of their surroundings and dangerous situations.

“Even if it is one person, one boy or one girl, it's worth it because that's one life,” Mr Morrissey said.

Bennetts remains in custody and a date for his trial in the Brisbane Supreme Court is yet to be set.

His lawyers have indicated he intends to plead not guilty to Jayde’s murder.