SLR Cycle Club is rallying behind Matt on this ride. #MakeBenjiProud #DoItForBenji
From Matt:
On the 24th August 2024, my whole world changed when our beautiful son Benji was born. He was perfect.Â
However a couple of hours after he was born, he started to turn blue. Doctors found out that this was due to a lack of oxygen in his blood. Benji had to remain at the Mater NCCU (Neonatal Critical Care Unit) on a number of different machines to help him breathe.
We thought he was getting better because he was growing and putting on weight but his lungs weren't getting better. He was getting more sick every day.Â
Devastatingly, Benji passed away on the 23rd September 2024, just a day before he turned one month old.Â
I promised him that I would dedicate this ride to him. He will definitely be watching over me that day.
I hope I can make you proud Benji. I love you forever my son.Â
Yours forever,Â
Dad
Thank you to our Sponsors
$1.02k
Slr Consulting
$264
Clayton Hill
For Benji, Matt and Tamara
$250
You've Received A Match!
Thanks to Entain Australia and New Zealand!
$211
Olinda Grazing Company
So proud of you Matthew! Love Mum & Dad
$200
Lee & Les
$158
Tim Barnett
$136
Bruno & Marici
Benji couldn't have chosen better parents. Showing strength on the adversity. He no doubt is proud of you.
$111
Stewart Butler
Best wishes from Stewart and Julianne.
$111
Terri Smith
To Benji the warrior
$111
You've Received A Match!
Thanks to Entain Australia and New Zealand!
$111
Rex & Sharon Kirk
We know you’ll smash it for Benji , Matthew! Very pleased to support a good cause.
$111
Luke
$111
Gavin Pallisier
$111
Al Delooze
Hey Matt Can’t imagine what you’ve been through over the past few weeks so supporting your efforts in a small way is a no brainer for me. Wishing you all the best for your family and hope you smash the ride!
$111
Sam Lyons
$111
Claire Wright
You are an inspiration. Thinking of you guys 💙
$106
Mathew Parham
$106
Kate Kirk
So proud of you Matty!
$106
Mark F
$106
Chris Lawlor
$106
Tegan Smith
With love
$106
Geoff Long
$105
Heather And Clem Barnett
Love from Nan and Pop
$100
J T And Vonnie
Gorgeous photo - why are words so difficult? Aso incredibly proud an in awe that you are still doing this. sending all our hugs and support!!
$100
Fiona Stark
$69
Dominee Rye
Well done Matt, I have no doubt Benji was watching over you and was very proud of what you have achieved personally and in raising money for such a worthy cause. My thoughts are with you and your family.
$69
Jess
Riding for Benji xx
$69
Cath Young
For Benji
$69
You've Received A Match!
Thanks to Entain Australia and New Zealand!
$69
Robin Cox
Wishing you all the best Matt.
$61
Jess Peters
$53
Jeffrey Baczynski
$53
Katherine Campbell
$53
Ben B
$53
Leonie Kerley
With love for your little warrior Benji 💙
$53
Daniel Crowe
$53
Christian Davies
$53
Jacinta & Aaron Ryan
We know how hard it is to lose a child. Always here is you need someone to chat to. So sorry for your loss.
$53
Marcela
Hi Matt, I have no doubt Benji is already very proud of you! Beautiful cause to support. All the best with the ride! Marcela
$53
Jess Cooney
$53
Kelly-jane Wallis
For Benji the Warrior
$53
Peter Allen
$53
Mina Rescar
For Benjie
$50
Anonymous
$50
Anthony Kay
$50
Regine
$45
Natasha Birch
For Benji
$45
Jack Wallace
$45
Megan Benham
$40
Matt Kirk
$26
Steven Sherrington
Good luck Matt - my thoughts to you and your family.
$26
Hailey Martin
$21
Anonymous
$21
Mark Mcdonald
Great cause - well done!
$21
Anonymous
Thinking of you both at such a sad time. I'm sure Benji is looking down on you with pride.
$21
Anonymous
$21
Alison Prior
For your little warrior, Benji x
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Beccy Dunn
$21
Catherine Young
$20
Rachel Hall
$11
Tamain
Go Kath!
$11
Emma Manuel
$11
Jess Roberts
$10
In support for Benji the warrior. Best wishes Matt from all of us at the CBD office