A founding member of Raleigh’s Victorian business in 1986, Murphy (pictured) will be based in the company’s Melbourne office. Meanwhile, Ross will remain at Raleigh as a consultant.

“The appointment is seen as a very pleasing outcome for the team at Raleigh and corporate owners CPI Group Limited,” the company said in a statement.

Murphy will report to CPI managing director Bernard Cassell.

The company also recently saw the departure of marketing manager Rod Williamson, who retired at the age of 60, with Scott Chong taking over as advertising and promotions manager.

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