The six-year-old Mildura youngster has had more doctor’s appointments and medical treatments than most people would have in a lifetime.

After an emergency delivery into the world three months early, the past six years have been a never-ending rollercoaster ride for Nathan and his family.

When Nathan was just two years old he was diagnosed with the intracellular bacterial condition Rickettsiosis, making him susceptible to infection and various allergies.

And, as if that was not enough, two years later doctors diagnosed Nathan with severe autism.

But, thanks to the Starlight Children’s Foundation, life is about to get a little better.

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