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Update on Matt Golinski, burns victim progress as at 20.1.12

“It’s been nearly a month now since the Boxing Day 2011 fire that claimed the life of Matt’s beautiful wife, Rachael and their three children, Sage, Willow and Starlia Golinski.   

“On behalf of Matt and Rachael’s families we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the community for the overwhelming level of love and support we have received since the terrible tragedy.  

“Matt remains in a medically induced coma, in a critical, but stable condition. Barring complications, it is expected that he may remain in that state for a few more weeks - which we understand is fairly standard procedure when treating injuries like Matt’s.

“During the past month, Matt has had to endure over 10 surgical procedures as a result of receiving third degree burns to over 40% of his body.
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“Whilst his burns are primarily concentrated to the upper parts of his body - including his back, arms and scalp – we are quietly confident that with extensive ongoing medical care and physical therapy that in time, he will regain full use of his body.  

“He is receiving the very best of care from the dedicated staff at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital and we are forever grateful for their professionalism and compassion.

“Funeral arrangements for Rachael and the children are progressing, however in consultation with Rachael’s family, final details will be determined when Matt is awake and able to contribute to the decisions involved with bidding his wife and children a final farewell.”

Donations for the official Matt (Matthew) Golinksi Recovery Fund Trust can be made over the counter at any ANZ Bank or by direct deposit to:
•    Account name: Matthew Golinski Recovery Fund Trust
•    Bank: ANZ
•    BSB: 014 672
•    Account number: 263 331 805

Keith Golinski – Matt Golinski’s father
Friday 20.1.12
Update on Matt Golinski, burns victim progress as at 20.1.12

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Publish Date: 20 Jan 12

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  1. Keith Golinski, thank you. Words are not enough, so my spiritual thoughts go out to you, Matt and all family members.
    Chris of Caloundra
    5 of 517th February 2012, 7.47am
  2. I cant believe what I have just read, such a wonderful man, one of my favourite Chef's. Heart felt sympathy to Matt & Rachael's family. Lord above may you have all 3 in your loving care. Bless Matt bless his soul.
    Strength to his family and to Matt.
    Gwenda of Perth
    4 of 53rd February 2012, 8.00pm
  3. Matt was always one of my favourites on Ready Steady Cook, I think about him every day, all my love to you Matt, if I could change and take any pain away, I would, love Bev xx
    Bev Parry of Burpengary
    3 of 525th January 2012, 7.50pm
  4. Sad, very sad. I have also just lost my 44year old brother to suicide and the pain I feel is so enormous, so I just can not imagine the pain Matt will feel when he wakes up. I have watched him on Ready Steady Cook.
    Murtaza Begum of Gold Coast
    2 of 521st January 2012, 12.21am
  5. Sad, very sad. I have also just lost my 44year old brother to suicide and the pain I feel is so enormous, so I just can not imagine the pain Matt will feel when he wakes up. I have watched him on Ready Steady Cook.
    Murtaza Begum of Gold Coast
    1 of 521st January 2012, 12.18am
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