You may have seen some articles we’ve run over recent months about Michael Blyth, a young Victorian mountain biker who works part time at The Angry Butcher bike shop in Sunbury, Victoria. Michael was paralysed in a mountain biking accident and has undergone months of rehab.
Now there’s some good news that Michael was recently able to return to work on a part time basis. At this stage, Michael is working in sales on Saturdays and Sundays.
Unfortunately Michael’s accident ‘fell through the cracks’ of the insurance system and was not covered for any compensation.
His family have set up a website, www.michaelblyth.com.au through which you can make a donation to help with house modifications and other expenses.
Michael’s father Peter said that he thinks Michael’s return to work has been good for him mentally to get back around the things he loves doing and that they’re hoping to get him a new wheelchair soon.
William Jennings (left) and Chris Steffanoni welcome Michael Blyth back to work at The Angry Butcher bike shop in Sunbury, Vic.