WA’S YOUNG GUNS MAKE THEIR MARK IN MALAYSIA
WA’s younger athletes have distinguished themselves as a leading force at the 29th Annual International Tour, claiming an astonishing 55 medals in Malaysia.
SIX WA ATHLETES CONFIRMED FOR THE 2024 PARIS PARALYMPIC GAMES
Paralympics Australia has confirmed six WA athletes are set to join a 34-strong athletics team in Paris at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games.
AN OPEN LETTER TO THE ATHLETICS WEST COMMUNITY
An open letter from the Athletics West Board about the upcoming Little Athletics Australia non-affiliation vote.
WA CROSS COUNTRY RELAYS | NOW OPEN
The WA Cross Country Relays are here! Hosted by Athletics West, the fifth Cross Country Event of the 2024 Winter Series is set to take place on Sunday 11th of August at Burswood Golf Course.
FIVE WA ATHLETES CONFIRMED FOR PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS
The Australian Olympic Committee have confirmed a powerhouse team of Australian athletes set to represent the country at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with four additional WA athletes announced to join 800m runner Peter Bol.
ATHLETICS WEST NATIONAL AFFILIATION FAQs
Following Athletics West's announcement about National Affiliation, Athletics West has undertaken a detailed consultation process with our Centres, Clubs and broader stakeholders to develop the next stages of our National Affiliation process.
ROAD WALKING ROUND FOUR | NOW OPEN
Road Walking Round Four is now open for registration!
The fourth round of the Road Walking Winter Series is set for the 3rd of August at Perry Lakes Reserve and will be hosted by the WA Race Walking Club and Athletics West.
KEY TIPS TO SUPPORTING YOUR CHILDREN
Behind every aspiring Australian Athlete's journey to the top lies the devoted and unwavering encouragement of their parents. However, knowing how best to support and fuel your Little Athlete’s dreams can be hard.
ROAD WALKING | ROUND THREE NOW OPEN
Road walking Round Three is now open for registration!
The third round of the Road Walking Winter Series is set for the 14th of July at Perry Lakes Reserve and will be hosted by the WA Race Walking Club and Athletics West.
AUSTRALIAN HALF MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS | NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Australian Half Marathon Championships which will take place on Sunday, August 11 at Alexandra Headlands Surf Club on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.
CROSS COUNTRY | WA STATE CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS NOW OPEN
The 2024 State Cross Country Championships hosted by Joondalup Athletics Centre and Athletics West are now open for registration!
GOAL SETTING FOR GOLDEN PERFORMANCES
Every season our Little Athletes will set goals to run faster, throw further and jump higher. Thanks to our incredible parents, coaches, and centre volunteers, we can teach our children how best to achieve these goals
WA'S JAVELIN JUGGERNAUTS RISE TO THE TOP
When camaraderie and joy echo through the stadium, WA’s Javelin athletes don’t just aim for greatness, they achieve it.
TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT | 2024 INTERNATIONAL TOUR
Athletics West is delighted to announce a 33-athlete-strong team, that is set to depart to Kuala Lumpur for the International Tour early next month.
STATE SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS | RECAP
Battling true cross country conditions, WA runners gathered from across the state to compete in the 2024 State Cross Country Short Course Championships. Braving cold and windy weather, 186 athletes took to Charles Patterson Park to take part in the event on Sunday.
WA SUCCEEDS IN SUVA
WA has established itself as a leading force at the 2024 Oceania Athletics Championships after an exciting team of 13 athletes delivered in Suva, Fiji.
SOUP FOR THE SOLE IN THE HINTERLANDS
An impressive number of runners have braved wild weather to take part in the 2024 Elleker Running Festival hosted by Albany Athletics Club in Regional WA over the long weekend.
STATE SHORT COURSE CHAMPIONSHIPS | WA ATHLETES READY TO RUN IN BURSWOOD
Some of the state’s best cross country runners are gearing up for the first major Championship event of the winter series. The 2024 State Short Course Championships is set for Burswood Park this Sunday with a huge field of athletes ready to race for a coveted spot on the podium.