Constituency Statement: Dorothy ‘Dot’ Robinson

Thursday 15 October 2026

Deputy Speaker,

I rise today to pay tribute to Dorothy 'Dot' Robinson, who I had great the pleasure to meet last year, and who sadly recently passed away.

Dot’s story is truly inspiring.

As an amputee and a senior citizen, Dot thought she would never be able to participate in an amazing international cycling tournament, but she did so.

She was supported by her aged care provider Harbison, in the Southern Highlands part of my electorate of Whitlam.

Harbison has been supporting its residents to compete in an event called Road Worlds for Seniors.

Thousands of participants, like Dot, from around the world, connect and compete on exercise bikes pedalling long distances on a virtual cycling course.

Dot was determined and competitive.

Where others may have seen an obstacle, Dot saw an opportunity.

She inspired others.

She had multiple trophies and medals and was deeply proud of her achievements.

Through sheer determination and incredible grit, she achieved second place overall in the Women’s worldwide leaderboard during the 2021 competition.

Dot set an example for those around her, and to honour Dot's legacy, Harbison staff are taking part in a Tribute Ride for Dot during this year’s Road Worlds for Seniors, and they’ll cycle a total of 2,300 kms during October - Dot's personal best.

May Dot's memory, and the way she has inspired others, live on.

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