Jed Beaton was the kind of kid who filled the world around him with energy, laughter, and love. Whether he was building epic bike jumps, tearing up the footy field, shooting hoops with his mates, or just being his cheeky, fun-loving self—Jed was unforgettable. 

At just 11 years old, Jed’s world changed in an instant. While at school in Sunshine Beach, QLD, he suddenly became unwell. He was rushed to Noosa Hospital, where he suffered multiple seizures and was placed in an induced coma before being airlifted to Queensland Children’s Hospital. There, Jed and his family received the devastating news—he had a high-grade neuroepithelial tumour (HGNET). Just days before Christmas 2022, and one month after his first seizure, Jed’s diagnosis was updated following extensive biopsy results, to a: Diffuse Paediatric High-Grade Glioma H3 Wildtype, RTK2 Subtype tumour—one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer.

Jed faced this unimaginable challenge with astonishing bravery. Just days after emergency brain surgery, he began his intense treatment journey. Starting on Boxing Day, Jed underwent six weeks of radiation, followed by rounds of exhausting chemotherapy. Some days, he couldn’t even sit up in the waiting room—but he still showed up, quietly determined and incredibly strong. A true superhero in every sense. With the help of their medical team, Jed’s family also made the decision to move back to Melbourne so he could be treated at RCH. 

Jed tragically passed away at just 12 years old. His time here was far too short, but his spirit—full of grit, joy, and courage—continues to inspire us every day. At the Robert Connor Dawes Foundation, we honour Jed’s life by pushing forward in our mission: to change the odds for kids facing brain cancer.

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