Patrick

When building a new life in a new country, every step forward counts. For Patrick, those steps have often been literal — long, painful walks to and from work after his bicycle broke down, and after his family’s car could no longer be relied upon.

Most mornings he would leave before dawn, trekking for over an hour just to make his shift. By the time he arrived, his shoes were worn thin and his feet blistered. Colleagues noticed, offering him the occasional lift, but mostly Patrick just kept walking.

And through it all, his outlook never wavered. He remained positive, grateful, and determined to carve out a future with his wife.

Meet Patrick

Patrick and his wife have been in Australia for less than a year. Together, they are doing everything they can to create a stable life — she balances study with a cleaning job, while Patrick takes on as many shifts as he can to help support them.

Transport, however, became their biggest obstacle. Their car broke down more than once, and when Patrick’s bicycle — his only way of commuting — also failed, he was left with no option but to walk.

He even recalled, almost offhandedly, that he’d once been hit by a car on the way to wor

“Even when I was hit by a car on my way to work, I just told myself to keep going.”

Money has been another constant strain. Patrick explained that after covering essentials, there was often very little left over.

“Sometimes after bills, we only had about $50 left. It made everything feel so pricey for us.”

Despite this, Patrick refused to let hardship dampen his spirit.

“Because this is our chance to build something better. I don’t want to waste it.”

That quiet determination is exactly what those around him admire. One nominator described him as the kind of man who would help others before ever asking for help himself. And when the easyauto123 team called him a legend, Patrick simply smiled. He doesn’t see himself that way — to him, it’s just what you do to keep moving forward.

Cars for Good Steps In

Through Cars for Good, Patrick and his wife were about to receive a life-changing surprise. What happened next was caught on camera.

Patrick thought we were arranging an Uber to get him home — but instead, he was handed the keys to his own car.

Why it Matters

Patrick’s story is a reminder that resilience can carry someone through hardship, but it’s not always enough. Sometimes, it takes a small act of support to transform endurance into opportunity.

For Patrick, this car isn’t just transport — it’s a fresh start. It means fewer obstacles, greater stability, and the dignity of independence.