Support for the Harding's

Patrick Harding (Paddy) was seriously injured following a fall in Dunedin, New Zealand. He remains in Dunedin hospital in a serious condition, with his wife Carly at his bedside.

Paddy is a much-loved husband, father, son, brother and mate within his large, tight-knit family. Paddy's entire family, including his two children, are based in Australia and are devastated at having to deal with a loved member of their family being in an overseas country, whilst seriously hurt.

Paddy also has many, many friends that have also been affected by his tragic accident. He is a hugely respected member of the Australian Federal Police (AFP) and he was a playing member of the Australian Police Rugby Union (APRU) side that defeated the South Island (NZ) Police Rugby side in Dunedin the day before his fall.

He made an impact with all of those that he came in contact with in Dunedin and is one of life's great guys.

There will be significant financial impediments for Paddy, Carly, and their families and this page is created to try and support them in a practical way, by alleviating at least some of those financial pressures.

Specifically, it is hoped that funds can be raised to assist the financial burden of ensuring Paddy and Carly's children can be with their Dad in Dunedin, as well helping other family members to be here with Paddy, whilst in support of Carly.