It has been an emotional and incredible journey for the Newlands family since January 11 when Tom was the victim of a hit-and-run accident on Dandaloo Street.

During the past 10 months Tom has demonstrated his determination and motivation to return to his life before the accident.

At Cale Oval on Monday he said it was a great feeling to be home.

"It's the best feeling, good to be in my own bed," he said.

His family is also thrilled to have him home.

"It's good to have Tom back, a bit of normality. The community has been wonderful (during his recovery)," step-dad Nigel Jones said.

"He's come a long way and still has a little way to go yet."

The community has rallied support for the family since the accident in January, holding many fundraisers in Tom's name.

Spokesperson for the Tom Newlands' Support Group, Sally Everett, is grateful to have him home. "It's amazing to have Tom home. The whole family is nothing but inspirational the way they've fought to have him home today," she said.

Now he has achieved his homecoming Tom has set his sights on getting back to work.

Head of engineering and Tom's boss, Kerrie Murphy, said his position was at Narromine Shire Council was waiting for him.

"When Tom had his accident his traineeship was suspended for six months. When that was up we decided to suspend it for another 12 months," she said.

"He's been really keen to work towards getting back (to council) and it's not an issue to hold his job."

Tom is looking forward to the prospect of working again.

"So it's just getting better and hopefully getting back and earning some money," he said.

There's something else Tom is looking forward to: "Having a feed at the pub...I'm not going to lie," he laughed.

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