Canberra Bilbys Triathlon Club

Bilbys Weekly Newsletter 35/26 - 30 August 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/d1abf5333b7e/bilbys-weekly-newsletter-34-26-23-aug-6770228

Today our regular cycling bunch has been involved in an incident on Gungahlin Drive which has resulted in the death of one of our members and injuries to others.

Our club is devastated by these events. Our club is made up of people who love the sport of triathlon, who love getting out there and doing their best, and who support each other through the highs and lows that come with competing in a challenging sport and belonging to a community club. Today, and in the coming weeks and months, that support will be more important than ever.

At this time, the identity of our deceased member has not been released as police work with the family.

While some other members of our club were injured and members of the club were present during this incident, we will not be commenting on the circumstances of the accident due to the ongoing police investigation.

However, this tragic incident is a reminder of the vulnerability of cyclists and pedestrians when compared to a motor vehicle, and we ask this to be a reminder to all drivers, cyclists and pedestrians sharing the roads to exercise a little patience, and remember that all of us just want to get home safely.

The Bilbys cycling bunch was involved in an incident this morning on Gungahlin Drive and one member passed away at the scene. We won't share the identity of the rider while police make efforts to contact the next of kin. Another rider has been taken to hospital in a serious condition.

Please look after each other this morning and we will share more information when possible.

Remember support is available:

Lifeline: https://www.lifeline.org.au/ or call 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ or call 1300 22 4636

We are looking into more support options for members and will share those with you when we can.

Bilbys Weekly Newsletter 34/26 - 23 August 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/0a108f884b88/bilbys-weekly-newsletter-34-26-23-aug-6770047

Bilbys Weekly Newsletter 33/26 - 16 August 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/f870bd802432/bilbys-weekly-newsletter-31-26-02-aug-6769894

Bilbys Weekly Newsletter 32/26 - 09 August 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/059fcb28eda8/bilbys-weekly-newsletter-31-26-02-aug-6769723

Bilbys Weekly Newsletter 31/26 - 02 August 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/bfdc8d411b9b/bilbys-weekly-newsletter-31-26-02-aug-6769608

MS Mega Swim Update!
Bilby Baggins at 30km at 21:15
Go Team!! 💦

Reminder that it's not too late to sign up for our session this Thursday all about super shoes!

Super shoes have changed the face of running. Do you wonder what the difference is between these shoes and the older style shoes? Do you wonder why some people seem to run exceptionally fast in them while others don't respond? Coach Jimmy will explain the how and why of these shoes along with a show of some of the newer styles from the Runners Shop.

When: Thursday 9th July 6:30pm
Where: Downer Community Centre, West Hall
RSVP: [email protected]

RUNNING CANCELLED

Hi all, unfortunately the ACT government sports grounds are closed again today so running is cancelled.

Cheers yourself up by RSVPing to our talk all about super shoes next week!

Super Shoe Night with Coach Jimmy

6:30-7:30pm Thursday, 9th July, Downer Community Centre

The super shoe has changed the face of running. Do you wonder what the difference is between these shoes and the older style? Do you wonder why some people seem to run exceptionally well in them, while others don’t respond?

Jimmy will explain the hows and whys of these shoes, along with a demonstration of some of the newer models, thanks to our sponsor The Runners Shop.

RSVP by email to [email protected]