On the 7th June 2014, 15 year old Campbell had a life changing accident coming off his triathlon bike, while training down Mount Archer in Rockhampton. The accident has left him paralysed mid chest below. He is currently in the Royal Brisbane Childrens Hospital undergoing rehabilitation for 6-8 months.
Starting grade 11 this year, Campbell was achieving a VHA report card and being the sportsman that he is, was excited about the prospect of participating in some of the local triathlons around Rockhampton with his mates. Now his world has been turned upside down.
The accident has been a massive shock for his father Tim, mother Veronica and sister Sidony as well as extended family and friends. Campbell has fierce determination and is a positive person. We know with everyone's support he will stay strong and make the most of his time in rehabilitation. He has to relearn how to do all the things that come naturally to everyone else. When he leaves hospital, it will be a whole new world for him.
We will keep the page updated with his progress and money raised will go towards further rehabilitation programs and mobility equipment. Please join us in supporting Campbell in his endeavour that is close to our hearts.
From the cycle4life team at the end of the tour de Capricorne. It was great to talk to you there today Campbell, and to be able to give you your own "ride 4 Campbell" wristband. Come and join us any time you want to. You'll always be a part of our team.
Mon, 29 Dec 2014
Peter Kane
$ 50
from the tour de Capricorne stage 4 "ride 4 Campbell"
Mon, 29 Dec 2014
Robyn Johnson
$ 85
Your an inspiration to us all Campbell. keep smiling, money raised from sale of ride 4 Campbell bands. from Straun, Chris, Jeff, and kate.
Sat, 27 Dec 2014
Peter Kane
$ 180
from the tour de Capricorne Stage 2 - Mike & Tracey and 4 others. "ride 4 Campbell"
Fri, 26 Dec 2014
Peter Kane
$ 130
from the tour de Capricorne stage 1, your friends at cycle4life
Thu, 25 Dec 2014
Peter Kane
$ 30
from Marty on the Christmas Eve cycle4life ride ("ride 4 Campbell" wristband)
Sat, 20 Dec 2014
Peter Kane
$ 90
From the cycle4life team ("ride 4 Campbell"), week ending 20/12 - our Foggy Thompsons Point Ride
Sun, 14 Dec 2014
Peter Kane
$ 126
From the cycle4life crew after the Artillery Rd ride. Also did you see the piece on our tour de Capricorne? "ride 4 Campbell" wristband is the entry! We're just about at the $1K mark, keep on fighting!
from Gary Tanner - cycle4life/ride 4 Campbell