Meet Our Athletes

Extraordinary stories from inspiring individuals

Everyone has a story to tell. This is your chance to meet your Paralympians and find out what drives them to keep on achieving their dreams.

Katie Umback

Katie Umback first started competing in equestrian as a five-year-old in pony club, having grown up watching her dad break and train pacers. Dressage followed soon…
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Katja Dedekind

As one of the youngest members of the 2016 Australian Paralympic Team, Katja Dedekind punched well beyond her weight when she won a bronze medal on…
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Keira Stephens

Keira Stephens is among the most exciting young talents to emerge for Australia since the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games. Having only started competing in Para-swimming in…
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Kim Robins

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Kirralee Hayes

A member of the Para Development Squad, Kirralee Hayes has gone from strength to strength since she began swimming at the age of 11. Rising up…
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Kurt Fearnley

With nearly two decades of experience under his belt, Kurt Fearnley’s wheelchair racing career is as impressive as it is extensive. He has represented Australia at…
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