Hey Chester, Glad to hear the young fella is on the mend, and hope the trip home is sooner rather than later mate.
As for the parking, totally agree with all the above comments and sometimes think we would be better off parking on the streets and coping a fine. Would still be cheaper i think.
Love your idea on a card for extended periods, even if you had to pay for the first day or 2 which inturn then covers you for a week ??

Well wishes for the young fella mate, and if it drags on too long and you want a free days parking on me, PM me with details.
Only happy to help mate.

Cheers Pete