National Volunteer Week - Thank you Muz - #NVW2020

Cycling Australia says thank you - National Volunteer Week 
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​As the country celebrates National Volunteer Week, Cycling Australia would like to thank all our wonderful volunteers who give their time to keep the wheels of our great sport turning across Australia.

The contributions and sacrifices of thousands of volunteers across our hundreds of clubs, events and the Australian Cycling Team, ensure everyone can share in and enjoy our great sport. 

The theme for National Volunteer Week 2020 is “Changing Communities. Changing Lives” and it is clear that we have many unsung heroes who are doing just that across the country. 

At the Australian Cycling Team, one such person who has been changing communities and changing lives across three decades is Murray Lydeamore. 

Murray began working with the Australian Cycling Team in the mid-1990s, and currently also volunteers with Paralympics Australia, Sports Chaplaincy Australia and other NGO projects in Asia. 

Working in the areas of Pastoral Care and Welfare Coordination for athletes and staff, Murray knows the importance of being able to provide support during challenging and difficult times.  

“Observing the way individuals address the challenges life throws at them and being available to offer encouragement and confidential support, that support is something I often wished I had as an athlete,” said Lydeamore, who was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in 2004,

While not his guiding motive, Lydeamore believes he has gained so much from helping others through his volunteer roles. 

“Volunteering in Australia and overseas has given me the opportunity to gain an insight into the highs and lows individuals face, and the privilege I have to be there to support them. 

“It has also resulted in many lifelong friendships.”

As he continues to held guide a host of Australia’s elite cyclists chase their dreams, Murray encourages everyone to volunteer no matter the role or skills you have to offer. 

“There are many clubs and organisations who need committed volunteers, it is a worthwhile pursuit.” 

To volunteer at Cycling Australia, please contact info@cycling.org.au