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Progress update: Queensland burns victim and celebrity chef,MattGolinski

For the first time since receiving life-threatening burns in the Boxing Day 2011 house fire that tragically claimed the lives of his wife, Rachael (38) and three daughters Sage (12), Willow (12) and Starlia (10) Golinski, the sole survivor of the blaze, husband, father and chef Matt Golinski (39) is experiencing brief periods of semi-consciousness.

Mr Golinski remains in a heavily sedated state in the Intensive Care Unit at the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital. He is not yet able to walk or talk however his father, Keith Golinski said that there had been some encouraging progress regarding Mr (Matt) Golinski’s condition in the past week. His condition remains listed as ‘critical, but stable’.

Despite Mr Golinski’s progress, he is expected to remain in hospital for several more months whilst medical staff continue treatment.

Keith praised the efforts of the hospital team for their compassion and care to date as well as acknowledging the strength of his son’s body and spirit.

“We are so grateful to the hospital’s medical team for their ongoing, excellent care of Matt.

“Their skill, combined with Matt’s strength of will is what is keeping us going at present.”

Keith thanked the community for the well wishes that continue to be directed toward the families concerned.

“On behalf of Rachael and Matt’s families, we thank each and every person for their love and support, Keith said.

“I believe it continues to help Matt, but also helps to buoy the spirits of family and friends.”

Keith said that funeral arrangements for Rachael and the children will be made in consultation with his son and family members. Details will be released at a later date.

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Friday 3rd February, 2012
Progress update: Queensland burns victim and celebrity chef, Matt Golinski

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Mat, having lost one of my sons, I have some understanding but I don't pretend to have any more than that. I do know that the love never goes away and that you do start to have increasingly better days as your life recommences. I wish you every strength to continue your fight back to health. Your beautiful family will be watching you and are with you in the knowledge that you love them as much as they love you. In my thoughts and prayers.

Terry Leslie of Kalgoorlie WA

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