Hello David,

Many thanks for the update.

Will let all at PETS know.

Bob in Perth

From:tramsdownunder@... tramsdownunder@...> On Behalf Of Mal Rowe
Sent: Friday, 22 January 2021 6:58 AM
To: TramsDownUnder tramsdownunder@...>
Subject: [TramsDownUnder] Bob Merchant update

David Critchley writes:
To all Bob's friends... an update.

Bob was moved, rather hastily, to President Private Hospital at Kirrawee (Cnr of Hotham Road and President Avenue, Kirrawee - Ph (02) 9521 7788) late yesterday afternoon. He will remain at this hospital undertaking twice daily rehabilitation until the Doctors are satisfied he can function independently.

Visiting him is going to be problematic, so it is best to ring him at the Hospital. Please note this hospital has strict visitor numbers. He is allowed ONE visitor PER DAY and maximum 30 minute visit only. Visiting hours are 3pm - 6pm daily only.

Craig Parkinson and I visited him late this afternoon (don't ask me how). We found him sitting up and generally in good spirits, although the enormity of the fall and subsequent operation is taking its toll. He told us he is progressing well with rehab and thanked everyone from throughout Australia and New Zealand that has sent their kind regards.

He has been reading some magazines, but declined my offer today of bringing in some old 'Trolleywire' magazines for him to read. I don't know why? They are a good read.


David Critchley