Published on Tuesday, 24 February 2026 at 12:41:55 PM
Meet Michael Bourgault du Coudray – our Sport4All Inclusion Coach working with Shire of Mundaring to create more inclusive and accessible sporting opportunities across our community.
Sport4All, which is supported by the Australian Government and the Australian Sports Commission, is designed to support schools, sporting clubs and community groups to better include people of all abilities in sport and recreation. Through tailored training, resources and practical guidance, the program helps build confidence and capability so that everyone can participate, feel welcome and enjoy the benefits of being active.
Sport4All is also committed to employing people with disability or lived experience – something Michael brings authentically to the role. He has autism, hearing and processing impairments, a learning disability, and chronic femoroacetabular impingement.
After years of struggling to find an accessible and competitive sport, Michael discovered swimming three years ago.
“In the water, barriers disappear,” Michael said.
“I feel very strongly about sharing the joy of being in the water and I want to spread the message that swimming can be life-saving, a way to stay healthy, make friends and follow your dreams.”
He is now an elite national swimmer preparing to compete at the Australian Open Swimming Championships and Commonwealth Games Trials, with the goal of one day representing Australia internationally.
Michael is passionate about inclusion and the life-changing impact of sport. He has coached tennis locally, led Auskick and Starkick (all-abilities) programs at Mount Helena Junior Football Club, worked as a Special Needs Education Assistant in Shire schools, and spent four years with the Autism Association of WA. His lived experience, professional background and sporting journey give him unique insight into building truly inclusive environments.
“Although there have been many barriers, I have already achieved more than I ever thought I could and more than what people told me I could,” he said.
“Now I want to give back to my community and be a role model.
“In this new role, I hope to bridge the gap between awareness and action – helping clubs and schools across the Shire become welcoming, accessible and leaders in inclusion.”
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