Hoppers Crossing’s Les Porter spends much of his time volunteering for Wyndham City Salvation Army. “I aim to do God’s work by assisting people in the community,” Porter says.
We asked him:
What’s your connection to the community?
I’ve been volunteering with Wyndham City Salvation Army for 15 years. I help with children’s services such as playgroup and Mainly Music, a program for preschoolers. I founded the ‘Wyndham 1000’ four years ago. It involves a 1000-kilometre ride around Wyndham on my adult tricycle. So far, we have raised more than $50,000, which the Salvos use to provide welfare services to Wyndham residents in need.
How do you spend your downtime?
I like to train for the Wyndham 1000 along Werribee River. I love the birds and watching the trees and flowers changing with the seasons. My family and I enjoy spending time in Wonthaggi and have a caravan there. I’m starting a Wonthaggi 500 in March, based on the Wyndham 1000, but I’ll also work with the Salvation Army down there, with schools and community groups.
What’s your favourite place to get coffee and a bite to eat?
Coffee Pot in Watton Street. They make good coffee and food. The staff are always friendly.
What would you like to change in your neighbourhood?
I’d like to see an improvement in the roads and transport as they’re not appropriate for city traffic and our growing population.
