Sunshine Coast uni student Abin Philip was planning to go home for Christmas prior to his tragic drowning death

A week on from the drowning tragedy that killed Abin Philip, his friends said he will be remembered for his glorious smile and joyful personality. Key points: Abin Philip drowned at a popular swimming hole in the hinterland of Queensland's Sunshine Coast Since his death, the local community has raised more than $100,000 in donations The money is to be used to support his parents and younger brother at home in India and repatriate Mr Philip's body Mr Philip was an international student from India who was finishing his studies at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Sebastian Thomas from the Sunshine Coast Kerala Association helped set up the fundraising page for Mr Philip's family. He said Mr Philip was hardworking and had part-time jobs as a chef at a nursing home on the Sunshine Coast and at an Indian restaurant in Maroochydore while studying hospitality management. 'Abin always wanted a suit' Mr Thomas said the Kerala Association had come together to support Mr Philip's grieving friends by cooking meals, visiting and offering counselling.