Australia
Starlight Wishes help dreams come true
When sick kids’ worlds are filled with hospital and treatment, a Starlight Wish is an incredible gift of
happiness.
Starlight Wishes give sick kids something fun to look forward to and create new memories to treasure forever.
When you grant a Starlight Wish, you help sick kids, and their families leave the pain of treatment behind and
enjoy more of what matters most—fun, joy, and shared happiness. It's a once-in-a-lifetime gift that helps sick
kids’ dreams come true!
Five-year-old Hunter's favourite place is the dog park, where he pats all the dogs.
So, last year, when he suddenly lost all interest in playing in the park and became exhausted all the time, his
parents were worried.
"All Hunter wanted to do was sleep. He was achy and had so little energy he could hardly get out of bed. He
wasn’t his usual happy self," mum Bridie said.
After numerous GP appointments and trips to the hospital, a doctor arranged for a blood test. Late that night,
Bridie got a phone call asking her to urgently bring Hunter to the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne.
Starlight Wishes.
Within hours, their lives were shattered.
Hunter was diagnosed with Leukaemia. His blood haemoglobin level was 27; a healthy child’s level should be
around 150. He was rushed into intensive care to try and stabilise his blood counts so that he could begin
chemotherapy.
"We never expected to be told that Hunter had cancer. As a parent, you just don't allow thoughts like that to
enter your mind until suddenly you have no choice," Bridie said.
During his extended stays in the hospital, Hunter loved watching his favourite dog movie, 101 Dalmatians, over
and over. It reminded him of all the dogs he petted in the park!
When he discovered the exciting news that he'd been granted a Starlight Wish, his mum said a
puppy would always be on his list.
The family decided on a gorgeous Dalmatian puppy that Hunter called Rocky.
While Hunter was in the hospital when Rocky arrived, the excitement and anticipation of meeting his new loyal
companion gave him something positive to look forward to.
Hunter and Rocky have been best friends since the day they met.
How Coach Hire Supports Starlight
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. Starlight Wishes.
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. Starlight Wishes.
