Photo: SuppliedDonations have been pouring in for the family of Canterbury 10-year-old Alex Bennett. Alex was tragically killed two weeks ago after being struck by a vehicle just outside his Leeston Rd home while checking the mail. “Alex was a beautiful, clever beyond words, amazingly kind boy who shared a special bond with mine,” Batchelar said on LinkedIn. “We are grieving tremendously for the loss of his life and for the pain and devastation his family are feeling.”Community-donated groceries collected at Leeston FreshChoice for the family of Alex Bennett. Photo: SuppliedIn addition to the Givealittle fundraiser, the community has also donated a large amount of groceries, vouchers and cash through Leeston Fresh Choice.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 19, 2026 21:22 UTC