The young boy who has been killed in a tragic farm accident was about to celebrate his birthday with family.
Alex Mackle, 9, died when he fell underneath a vehicle while on the farm with his father.
"Alex was a loving little guy with a cheerful nature and a cheeky smile," the family said in a statement.
"He loved his family and friends and being outdoors.
'Words cannot express the heartbreak that we are feeling right now and we ask for privacy as we grieve for Alex."