Shishir Shrestha, a Taekwondo athlete, coach, and National 1st Class Referee with over two decades of experience, has been appointed as a board member of the Australia Taekwondo Para Community.

Shrestha holds multiple certifications, including National 1st Class Referee, 1st Class International Coach, and 3rd Class International Master. He won a bronze medal in the Under-30 Men's Team Poomsae category at the 2024 Australian Open G2 World Taekwondo Championship and has also earned recognition at the South Asian Games and other international events.

In his new role, Shrestha is expected to contribute to the development of Para Taekwondo in Australia, with a focus on inclusion, athlete welfare, training standards, and leadership diversity. In a statement, Shrestha acknowledged the support of Grand Master Hassan, Master Carlos, and the Nepal Taekwondo Association. He also thanked his family, coaching team, and peers for their continued encouragement throughout his career.