Australia
Meet Jaxon: The Brave Four-Year-Old Smiling Through His Recovery
Four-year-old Jaxon
has been stuck in a traction bed in hospital for seven
weeks
with a broken femur after he slipped on some moss — but he still has a smile on his face. Child in traction
recovery.
He’s found the most fun place in the hospital where he can have fun with Captain Starlight, and it’s made a
massive difference to his mental well-being. Child in traction recovery.
"Having the Starlight Connection Space has made Jaxon’s time in the hospital much easier to manage. He gets to
have fun and not be stuck on his ward all day." — Jaxon's dad, Brennan.
The newly refurbished Starlight Connection Space at Canberra’s Centenary Hospital for Women and Children is
filled with fun and colour with indoor and outdoor play areas. It helps sick and injured kids like Jaxon and his
parents enjoy time together and take a break from worrying about his recovery.
The space has been a hit with Jaxon. It helps him cope with being away from his siblings and missing out on
everything he loves doing as an active toddler.
“As soon as he wakes up, he wants to go and play there!” his dad says.
How Coach Hire Supports Starlight Fundraisers
At Coach Hire, we’re committed to more than
just bus hire transportation; we're committed to
making
a
difference. That's why we provide free group ground transport for Starlight nationwide. Organising a charity
event can be a considerable undertaking, and transportation is often a major logistical challenge. That’s where
we come in, offering our mini bus services to ensure
every event runs
smoothly.
Whether shuttling volunteers to a charity auction or ensuring families can attend a special event, our coaches
help make each Starlight moment magical. We’ve seen firsthand how important these events are for the children,
their families, and the community. It’s a privilege to be able to support such a worthy cause.
One of the highlights of our partnership with Starlight is hearing the stories from the events we help
facilitate. Organisers have shared with us how much easier their jobs become when transportation is taken care
of, allowing them to focus on creating memorable experiences for the kids. Thanks to our reliable service,
participants have told us how comfortable and stress-free their journeys are. These testimonials remind us why
we do what we do and motivate us to continue supporting Starlight in every way possible. Child in traction
recovery.
