News - Athletics West

WA'S BEST IMPRESS ON THE WORLD STAGE | WORLD ATHLETICS UNDER 20 RECAP

The future looks bright for Australian Athletics following the nation’s Under 20 Team delivered the best-ever World Under 20 Championship campaign in Lima. The 67-strong contingent produced a record high of 14 medals to finish in second place behind the United States of America, with WA’s Amelia Rowe among the medal winners.

Tue 03 Sep 2024

HAVE YOU GOT A QUESTION ABOUT LITTLE ATHLETICS WA?

Then we have probably answered it... As registrations open for the 24/25 season, we thought we would answer all the burning question's you might have about the Little Athletics WA program!

Mon 02 Sep 2024

2024 PARIS PARALYMPICS | PREVIEW

The world will once again turn their attention to Paris as the world’s best Paralympians battle it out for glory. Australia returns to the City of Lights following a record-breaking Olympic Campaign with a 32-strong para-athletics team, including six powerhouse West Australian athletes, primed for Paralympic success.

Thu 29 Aug 2024

WORLD UNDER 20 ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS | PREVIEW

Six of WA’s best Under 20 Athletes will light up Lima this week as part of a 68-athlete strong Australian team competing at the World Under 20 Athletics Championships in Peru.

Mon 26 Aug 2024

LOOKING FOR A WAY TO STAY FIT DURING SUMMER?

Has winter sport ended, but you're looking for a fun way to stay fit over the summer? Starting athletics is the perfect solution to maintain a healthy lifestyle and build your strength and fitness for the warmer months.

Mon 26 Aug 2024

DE ROZARIO SET TO FLY THE FLAG FOR AUSTRALIA

From Beijing 2008 to Paris 2024, Madison de Rozario has been there through it all. Starting her paralympic career at just 14 years of age, the wheelchair athlete never imagined she’d be launching her fifth Paralympic Games as the Australian flag bearer.

Fri 23 Aug 2024

THE WHITE TIGER TACKLES TOUGH TIMES

At the end of Tokyo 2021, Chad Perris contemplated calling time on his 11-year long international athletics career. Now, three years later The White Tiger is feeling his best and lacing up his shoes for the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games.

Fri 23 Aug 2024

HAMILTON POISED FOR PARIS HEROICS

Australian young gun javelin thrower Jackson Hamilton has national representation in his blood. Following in his Dad Glenn’s footsteps, an Olympic Beach Volleyballer, Hamilton has been dreaming of representing Australia at the Paralympics since he was 12 and is primed to accomplish that and more in Paris.

Fri 23 Aug 2024

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT | 2024 AUSTRALIAN CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS

Athletics West is delighted to announce a 92-athlete strong team set to depart to Tasmania for the 2024 Chemist Warehouse Australian Cross Country Championships.

Fri 23 Aug 2024

PARDY’S PATH TO THREE TIME PARALYMPIAN

Ella Pardy will add three-time Paralympian to her sparkling career when she lines up for the 100m in the City of Lights at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games.

Thu 22 Aug 2024

EDMISTON'S EXHILARATING JOURNEY CONTINUES IN PARIS

Stade de France will be the next battle ground for WA throwing powerhouse Sarah Edmiston as she looks to add to her silverware at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Having never finished outside the top four in a Women’s Discus Final at a Major Championships, the grandmother of two is making the most of her green and gold journey.

Wed 21 Aug 2024

ALL-CLASS CLARKE READY FOR PARIS PARALYMPICS

At just 22 years of age Rhiannon Clarke will return to the Australian Paralympic Team for the second time, this time as co-captain of the Australian Athletics team.

Tue 20 Aug 2024

GRIFFIN AND ROWE READY TO GO

Perserverance and podiums have defined 2024 for emerging Australian athletes Alexandra Griffin and Amelia Rowe as they finalise their preparations for the World Athletics Under 20 Championships in Peru.

Mon 19 Aug 2024

CHILDHOOD FRIENDS DODDS & WHITESIDE SET TO TAKE ON WORLD'S BEST

Childhood best friends Olivia Dodds and Jack Whiteside will embark on the trip of a lifetime when they represent Australia at the 2024 World Athletics Championships in Lima, Peru.

Fri 16 Aug 2024

2024 NORTH WEST CHAMPIONSHIPS REGISTRATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!

Athletics West is pleased to announce that registrations for the North West Athletics Championships in Karratha are now open!

Thu 15 Aug 2024

PRESSURE THE SECRET INGREDIENT FOR HEHIR & MARCHESI-SCOTT'S GLOBAL GOALS

Pressure may be an obstacle for some, but WA duo Ky Hehir and Robert Marchesi-Scott have embraced the pressure as they look to unleash at the World Athletics Under 20 Championships in Lima.

Wed 14 Aug 2024

2024 PARIS OLYMPIC GAMES | RECAP

The 2024 Paris Olympic Games will go down as the most successful Olympic Games for Australia, and the best performance by the Athletics team since the Melbourne Games in 1956.

Mon 12 Aug 2024

HOW CAN I START MY CHILD'S LITTLE ATHLETICS WA JOURNEY?

Engaging children in physical activity from an early age is crucial for their physical, mental and social development. Whether it’s launching a turbo javelin, running with mates, or aiming for a new personal best, athletics is a great way to start that journey and provide your child with core foundational sporting skills.

Mon 12 Aug 2024