EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

JASON

I began running to add variety to my gym workouts around the time Aurora Parkrun started. Parkrun introduced me to all the local paths and led me to join LRC, with our members forming core teams at both Lalor and Aurora. 

In 2025, I finally was able to overcome a long running injury ahead of the 10km event at Ballarat. Squeezing marathon training around life has been a real challenge this year, but I did complete the Sydney Marathon though it wasn’t one of my finest efforts! 

For 2025-2026, I’ve got a quick turnaround before the Melbourne Marathon, and following that I plan to focus in bringing my parkrun times down - I still hope to break 23 minute mark having come close for several years now… 

As I enter my third year as club president, I plan to continue fostering club growth and community connection.

STEPHANIE

I started running when I lived in Hobart in 2015. I signed up for the 10k "run the bridge" as a goal to get fit - this introduced me to wonderful friends and places. 

I run a different pace now - you can usually find me along the Darebin Creek trail, pushing the pram with one hand and holding a dog lead in the other. Or maybe we have stopped for a dog swim or a toddler play! 

My running goal for the next year is to get off the footpaths and back to trail running, and to build some consistency. My next event is run for the firies in October. I'll be the one up the back with the pram!

RICHARD

 It all started in 2013 for me. 

I had been encouraged to run a few 10kms and even ran 2 marathons before I knew of LRC and the benefits of a structured training plans. 

However, I didn’t truly get into the groove until I joined LRC in 2019 and found the positivity/ camaraderie of running with group of like-minded people. 

By day I work in Local Government in a data and statistics role and by night I do love a pub trivia night. 

My running goals for 2026 is to improve my parkrun PB and run a few 1/2 marathons.

KYLIE

 Around LRC I’m known as “Chief” — and honestly, I love it! I’m usually the one hyping people up, rallying the crew, or making sure no one’s left behind.

I first stumbled into parkrun back in 2018 (mainly to curb my weekend shopping habit — true story!), and before I knew it, I was hooked. I’d forgotten how much I missed being part of a sports community, and LRC quickly became my happy place. 

By day, I work in adult education (rewarding, yes… busy, absolutely!). By night — or really, whenever I can — I’m out running, shuffling, or just hanging out with the LRC gang. It’s my favourite way to reset and recharge. 

This past year was a big one: I conquered the Great Ocean Road 14km and even ran my very first half marathon at the Shepparton Running Festival! When I’m not racing, you’ll still spot me at events — volunteering, cheering, and generally making a lot of noise. And if you miss the sound, you definitely won’t miss the sight: just look for the rainbow curly wig! 

I’m really excited to be back for my second year as Secretary — can’t wait to see what the next season brings!

VINCENT

I began running regularly for my own fitness back in 2014 and towards the end of my career as an elite level gymnast. Fast forward to today, I've now done numerous events from 5k and working my way to marathons and ultra marathons. 

My personal highlights so far; ticking off 3 of the Abbott World Marathon Majors; Tokyo, Chicago, and more recently, Sydney, as well as completing a few ultras, including the Two Bays Trail Run 56km and the 50km at UTA. I also did my first triathlon earlier this year. 

I became a part of the LRC family back in 2017 and to see the club grow over the years to what it has become today is exciting. As a recreational running coach, there's a great sense of satisfaction to be able to share my knowledge and enthusiasm in running, and to see others achieve their own goals as a result, no matter how big or how small, is very rewarding. 

My goals for next year; tick off a few more events that I haven't done before, maybe another tri, and tick off a few more parkrun challenges, and on top of all that, continue to better myself as a runner and hopefully to inspire others at the same time.