Hi, I’m Tara Neyland – a Melbourne, Australia based para cyclist working towards representing Australia at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics.

I compete in both para and able-bodied cycling across multiple disciplines – road, track and gravel – driven by a deep passion to push my limits and perform at the highest level.

In 2023, I was diagnosed with FSHD muscular dystrophy – a progressive neuromuscular condition that causes muscle weakness and loss. So far, it has affected my shoulders, core, left hip, and right calf. I can’t rebuild these muscles, only adapt and make the most of what I have. Cycling has always been a huge part of my life, but given the degenerative nature of this condition, more than ever, I ride with purpose, urgency, and gratitude.

I made my debut as a para athlete in 2025 at the Australian Road National Championships in Perth and internationally at the Belgium Para Cycling Road World Championships, I currently hold an internalnational C4 classification.

I’m currently working part time and trying to train full-time with the goal of excelling at international competition, but the costs are significant.

Your support will directly help cover:

• Costs associated with travel for overseas and domestic racing

• Equipment and maintenance

• Day-to-day living costs so I can focus fully on health, performance, and longevity in the sport

Key Results (2025/26 Season):

• C4 ITT 2025 World Champion

• C4 Road Race 2025 World Champion

• C4 Track Elimination 2025 World Champion

• C4 Track Scratch 2025 World Champion

• C4 1k TT 2025 World Champion and World Record Holder

• C4 2026 Para ITT National Champion

• 2026 PSL Overall Individual Classification - 15th

Target Events 2026–2028:

• 2026: Para Road & ITT World Championships (USA)

• 2025: Commonwealth Games (Track)

• 2026: Para Track World Champs (Europe)

• 2027: Para Track & Road World Championships

• 2028: Los Angeles Paralympics – Road & Track

Every donation, big or small, brings me closer to this dream.

Your support not only helps me pursue the highest level of competition but also helps me inspire and represent others living with a disability.

Thank you for being a part of my journey.

This fundraiser will be ongoing for the next 3 years.