WA riding community celebrates Road Nats

There was no hiding if you’re into riding during the Road Nats Cycling Champs that buzzed over Perth over five days from 7-11 January.
 
Riding was celebrated and on display for the wider community across the many disciplines, activities and locations across Perth.
 
Elite junior and senior riders from around the country were joined in time trials, criteriums and road races and fondos by riders and para riders from Perth, regional WA and the Eastern States.
 
“This year’s Road Nats showcased the very best of Perth’s riding culture – not just through world‑class racing, but through the thousands of local riders, volunteers and supporters who brought their passion to the roads,” said WestCycle CEO Wayne Bradshaw.
 
“Events like this remind us how strong and connected our riding community truly is, and we couldn’t be prouder of what Western Australia has delivered.”
 
We look forward to an even bigger and better Road Nats edition next year – and seeing you out on the paths, roads and trails soon. 💚🚴‍♂️🖤🚵‍♂️💛

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Tim Roach (Chair)

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Tim has been in senior leadership and strategic development roles for more than 20 years and is currently a project risk consultant, and a part time academic at Edith Cowan University.

He is a past Director of Executive Education in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University and Assistant Commissioner and General Manager in the public service. He is an Accountant (FCPA) and previously sat on the Divisional Council of CPA Australia. Tim has been involved in racing mountain bikes, BMX and triathlon for many years, both as a father of two children who race and as a past and current bike racer.

Helen Sadler (Deputy Chair)

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Helen is a Town of Cottesloe councillor and is the current Chair of WestCycle’s Transport Advisory Group.

A medical doctor, Helen is a strong active transport advocate with a focus on health outcomes and social well-being.