An Emu Plains man has suffered catastrophic injuries in a workplace incident.
Jarrod Canning fell from a roof on Monday at a job site in Singleton, and was airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital.
He underwent a complex six-hour surgery, and faces a long recovery.
He has lost the use of both his legs as a result of the accident.
“This life-altering injury has dramatically affected his mobility and independence, yet is determined to still provide for his young family,” a GoFundMe page set up to support the family says.
“The road ahead will be filled with challenges — will involve rehabilitation and getting his independence back.”
The local community is rallying behind the Canning family. His father Kevin is well known in the Penrith business community.
Jarrod has a partner Gemma and a 10-month-old baby boy Arti.
A GoFundMe has been set up to support the family with ongoing medical expenses, financial relief, home and vehicle modifications and support for Jarrod’s family during what will be a life-altering transition.
Almost $50,000 has already been raised.
Troy Dodds
Troy Dodds is the Weekender's Managing Editor and Breaking News Reporter. He has more than 20 years experience as a journalist, working with some of Australia's leading media organisations. In 2023, he was named Editor of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.