Big brother, bigger hero: 7-year-old bravely rescues his brother | From the vault

7 News Spotlight May 2, 2025
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Calyn Hoad was only seven when he threw himself in front of a four-wheel-drive to save his little brother’s life, suffering massive brain damage. Doctors were uncertain he would even wake up. This story originally aired 30 March 2014. #hero #childhero #bigbrother #braininjuryrehab #braindamage *Connect with 7NEWS Spotlight online* *Visit »* https://7news.com.au/spotlight *7NEWS Spotlight Podcast »* http://smarturl.it/7NewsSpotlight *Facebook »* https://www.facebook.com/7newsSpotlight/ *Instagram »* https://instagram.com/7newsSpotlight/ 7NEWS combines the trusted and powerful news brands including Sunrise, The Morning Show and 7NEWS.com.au, delivering unique, engaging and continuous coverage on the issues that matter most to Australians. Watch 7NEWS nightly at 6pm and weekdays at 12pm and 4pm on Channel 7 and 7plus.

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