Robert de Castella

An old marathoner still going forward, one step at a time...with a smile

[Dick Telford @DickTelford]

@ALeighMP @ALeighMP, you reminded me of the importance of the coach's role. But I’m also very aware of the impact of assistant coaches, teammates, agents, families, supporters, teachers and friends. And in the case of @cameronmyers06 his early years coach Lee Bobbin played a key role.

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Thx Geric, seems like just yesterday….not! 👏🏼😊

[Geric @geric99018902]

43 years ago today:
Rob De Castella won the marathon at the inaugural World Track and Field Championships in Helsinki. His winning time of 2:10:03 left the two time Olympic champion Waldemar Cierpinski 34 seconds back in third place. Ethiopia’s Kedebe Balcha was 2nd
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[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Words out…it’s amazing…come
with us - laugh, cry, learn. The Long Run Ch9 8pm tonight Sunday 28th June. #RunSweatInspire

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

@ALeighMP @IndigMaraProjct Thx @ALeighMP great to run side by side with you and First Nations Australia #Runsweatinspire

[Andrew Leigh @ALeighMP]

The Indigenous Marathon Foundation helps build strong First Nations leaders. Don’t miss “The Long Run”, the story of how they make an impact, Sunday night on Nine and Stan. @deek207 @indigmaraprojct

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge is the biggest corporate running event in the world…special to join Aust CEO Rob Bedwell and team captains @IndigMaraProjct

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Coming soon! This Sunday 8pm Ch9…laugh, cry, learn…https://t.co/lN4YLuVmfg

[Professor Georgina Long AO (Bluesky @gvlongphdmd) @ProfGLongMIA]

Vale Richard.

I am deeply saddened to lose such a cherished colleague. Richard was a truly extraordinary pathologist - the 'pathologists' pathologist' - who also made generous time for clinicians navigating complex diagnostic cases, understanding that an accurate tissue diagnosis was critical to patient care. His knowledge was vast, his skill exceptional, with an unparalleled eye for accurate tissue diagnoses, and the precision to apply decades of experience where it mattered most.

He shared his expertise widely: through consultation on external specimens, through diagnostic and classification frameworks now used worldwide, and as a devoted teacher and mentor. Richard has left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of working alongside him. 

My thoughts are with Richard's family during this difficult time, particularly his wife Katie and children Emily, Matthew, and Lucy.

See tribute on @MelanomaAus website >  https://t.co/cAYaKPl2oA

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

@ALeighMP @IndigMaraProjct Thanks Andrew for popping in to meet the 2026 @IndigMaraProjct Squad, 👏🏼💪🏽 #RunSweatInspire

[Andrew Leigh @ALeighMP]

Inspiring to hear from the 2026 Indigenous Marathon Project squad – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander runners training for the New York marathon, and building leadership in their communities. Strong role models, powerful stories. @deek207 @IndigMaraProjct

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

It’s been a big day…Mother’s Day 10k, IMP 2026 camp 1 #RunSweatInspire

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Proud to welcome 2026 @IndigMaraProjct sqaud to Camp 1, 10k and 20 weeks to @nycmarathon

[Geric @geric99018902]

WCCC 1983, Gateshead
From right, Muir, De Castella, Prieto, Salazar, Clarke, Muge, Porter, Lopes, Cova, Debele the winner
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[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Don’t miss this…IMP 2026 Indigenous Ambassador & IMP 2010 Grad #1 on Country @IndigMaraProjct #RunSweatInspire

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Standing ovation here at @ESSA_NEWS pre screening of #TheLongRun with @IndigMaraProjct IMP 2025 and #Buddy & #JT @nycmarathon #RunSweatInspire

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Morning run with a few on Kuarna Country Adelaide #ESSA with @ESSA_NEWS & @IndigMaraProjct RAW leaders #RunSeatInspire

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

Very proud of this lady & @IndigMaraProjct graduate, being recognised for her impact…#PeopleChangetheWorld #RunSweatInspire #EveryStepMatters https://t.co/UWH2gDrWP1

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

John Korir wins 2026 @BAA @Boston26_2_Pro in course record 2:01:52! That’s FAST!

[Robert de Castella @deek207]

On stage with legends, @exerscience Amby Burfoot, @BobbiGibb (60yrs) Jack Fultz (50yrs) & @atsede_baysa (10yrs)…sharing stories & wisdom.