Defying the odds
There was a strong possibility that Javale Morato wouldn’t make it to his 13th birthday but on October 12 he was joined by his family and friends for a very special celebration in the Women’s and Children’s Hospital. The Southern Cross photographer Ben Macmahon was there to capture the emotion of the day

Javale is wheeled to his birthday party by parents Jason and Teresa. Photo: Ben Macmahon

Defying the odds

Staff congratulate Javale on his 13th birthday. Photo: Ben Macmahon

Friends, family and Women's and Children's staff celebrate with Javale on his 13th birthday. Photo: Ben Macmahon

Defying the odds