A social media post by Nicholas Tadros’s father Simon said that his son was off life support at the Queensland Children’s Hospital, but still on a ventilator to help him breathe.

“Nicky has been off life support now for a few days and his body has responded very well, still on the ventilator machine to support his breathing.

“They have lowered his sedation medicine at times to see if he is responsive and he has woken up and able to respond to some questions with a nod or shake of the head, he is also able to hold my hand but still no movement in his legs yet but have been advised that could be due to the broken bones in both his legs.

“Thank you to everybody that has shown support, love and the continuous prayers for Nicky, God is listening to our prayers. Please continue to pray for Nicholas, he has a long hard road ahead of him.”

Nicholas Tadros’ mother Vanessa, 36, was among four people who died in the horrific mid-air helicopter crash. Her funeral will be held in Sydney’s west today.

The funeral for Sea World Helicopters pilot Ashley Jenkinson, 40, was held at Southport Church of Christ on Friday.

British couple Diane Hughes, 57 and Ron Hughes, 65 also died in the crash.

The news comes as a healing ceremony was held at the Broadwater Parklands on Sunday to mark two weeks since the shocking helicopter collision.

Organiser Chantal Clarke said the community vigil, where locals, visitors and crew from Gold Coast Helitours linked hands, was held to “acknowledge the trauma we collectively experienced as a result of the helicopter crash that happened in front of thousands of onlookers.”

Kombumerri community representative Justine Dillion led a traditional smoking ceremony to start the vigil.

“Together, we presented a unified front, a show of caring and love. For those directly involved in the event, my hope is that this public display will help in some small way,” Clarke said.

“We are meant to be Australia’s favourite holiday destination where dreams come true, not where people lose their lives.”