Press & Articles of

William Richter

Coverage from newspapers and organisations, together with official statements that remember Will’s life and impact.

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Will Richter Memorial Ride
Critical Mass MelbournePress

Will Richter Memorial Ride

Critical Mass event page promoting the Will Richter Memorial Ride, assembling at the State Library to advocate for safer cycling.

2025-10-31View
Teen's death sparks calls for long-awaited bike lanes in Melbourne's west
The AgePressPaywalled

Teen's death sparks calls for long-awaited bike lanes in Melbourne's west

Policy-focused piece connecting Will's death with cycling safety and infrastructure advocacy in Melbourne's west.

2025-09-30View
VALE Will Richter
Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA)Statement

VALE Will Richter

League statement noting Will's contribution to University Blues U19s and offering condolences to his family and community.

2025-09-29View
University Blues mourning tragic loss of under-19s player Will Richter
7NEWSPress

University Blues mourning tragic loss of under-19s player Will Richter

Report on Will's passing and the tributes from the VAFA, University Blues, Trinity College and junior clubs. Notes his match-winning goal in the college grand final and the community response.

2025-09-29View
Greens push for separated bike lanes and safety review following cyclist death
Victorian GreensStatement

Greens push for separated bike lanes and safety review following cyclist death

Victorian Greens Leader and local Melbourne MP Ellen Sandell calls for separated bike lanes on Macaulay Road and an urgent review of the Rankins Rd/Macaulay Rd intersection following the tragic death in Kensington. The statement urges prioritising cycling and pedestrian safety amid increased truck movements and construction.

2025-09-23View
Will Richter Memorial Ride
North West City NewsPress

Will Richter Memorial Ride

Local announcement and coverage for the memorial ride held in Will's honour.

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Tragedy: local Melbourne football club mourns sudden passing of U19s player
Daily Mail AustraliaPress

Tragedy: local Melbourne football club mourns sudden passing of U19s player

Coverage of the community's grief following Will's passing, with references to his club and school connections.

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Tributes flow for Trinity College student and Flemington Junior Football Club player Will Richter
Herald Sun (Leader – Melbourne City)PressPaywalled

Tributes flow for Trinity College student and Flemington Junior Football Club player Will Richter

Local coverage of tributes from Trinity College and junior football, following the Kensington incident.

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Tribute to William Richter (Members statements)
Parliament of Victoria — HansardPress

Tribute to William Richter (Members statements)

Official parliamentary record of Ellen Sandell's statement honouring William Richter — capturing his kindness, humility and impact across school, sport and community.

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