Tragic update on young dad Remuna Avaemai injured in horror Bali crash
A young Gold Coast father and former soldier injured in a horrific Bali motorbike crash had returned home, but faces a long battle ahead.
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A young Gold Coast father and former soldier injured in a horrific Bali motorbike crash has suffered serious brain damage and faces a long road to recovery, his family says.
Tugun man Remuna Avaemai, 26, was critically injured after being knocked off his bike while on holidays in the popular tourist spot on April 14.
A staggering $200,000 has since been donated through an online fundraising page set up by his former partner Meg Sproule to cover medical expenses.
In an update on May 1, Ms Sproule said Mr Avaemai’s recovery would take at least two years.
“Remuna has sustained serious brain damage and the extent of which remains unknown,” she said.
Medical Rescue flew the young dad back to the Gold Coast a week after the crash, where he remains in hospital.
The 26-year-old made it back in time for his daughter Maeva’s seventh birthday.
Ms Sproule said the dad’s biggest wish was to feel his daughter’s presence and “hear her words”.
“Each day is better than the last and Remuna is back home thanks to everybody’s kind hearts, love and support,” she said.
“(He) and his daughter Mae have been able to exchange their love and see each other again - thanks to you all.
“There is a long journey to go, but we could not have obtained the level of care without everyone’s support, generosity and donations.”
Support and donations were still needed to pay for the medical evacuation and costs incurred in Bali, she said.
“But we have accomplished what is most important, which is having him back home,” Ms Sproule added.
“Thank you again from the bottom of our hearts. The world is so kind.”
Mr Avaemai served in Afghanistan and was between jobs working as a static security guard commander when the tragedy occurred.
He spent Anzac Day surrounded by family and friends.
“Remuna holds Anzac Day close to his heart due to his army background and commitment and time served overseas for our country,” Ms Sproule said at the time.
“This is the first year Remuna hasn’t been able to march, however today his family, friends and community are all representing Remuna.”
View the fundraiser here.
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