News - Athletics West

RECORDS TUMBLE DURING SIZZLING COMBINED EVENTS CHAMPIONSHIPS

Over 220 of WA’s best multi-eventers battled hot conditions at the WA Athletics Stadium as they tried to claim gold at the WA State Combined Events Championships. Jack Whiteside led the weekend’s competition with the West Track athlete putting in a stand-out performance to set a State Record and all-important World Athletics U20 Championship qualifier.

Tue 21 Nov 2023

EVENT PREVIEW | STATE COMBINED CHAMPIONSHIPS 2023

More than 220 of WA's best multi-event athletes will look to battle it out for glory this weekend when the 2023 WA State Combined Championships get underway at the WA Athletics Stadium. Headlined by National Combined Event medallists Jaxon Stewart, Cameron Schirmer, Ella Batten and Rhianna Di Guiseppe, the weekend will offer an exciting look at the next generation of Heptathletes and Decathletes vying for the state title.

Fri 17 Nov 2023

WA TEENAGERS SET FOR DEVELOPMENT BOOST

WA’s teenagers are set for a boost on and off the track with Athletics West launching a new and comprehensive Youth Development program. Set to launch at the end of the month, the program is open to 15 to 17-year-olds and will aim to help drive more opportunities for teenagers in athletics.

Thu 09 Nov 2023

ATHLETICS WEST TO LAUNCH STREAMER PARTNERSHIP WITH NEXT GENERATION OF AUSTRALIAN HOPEFULLS

Athletics West is excited to announce a new live-streaming partnership with Streamer for the 2023-24 Summer Season. The partnership will see three of Athletics West’s marquee events streamed live and for free on the Streamer platform.

Wed 01 Nov 2023

STATE RELAY CHAMPIONSHIPS PROGRAM UPDATE

Athletics West are excited to announce a reinvigorated program for the 2023 WA State Relay Championships powered by Go For 2&5, with nominations for Centres and Clubs set to open at the end of this month.

Tue 24 Oct 2023

2023 WA ALL SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIP NOW OPEN

The 2023 WA All Schools Championships powered by Go For 2&5 are set for the 3rd to 5th November at the WA Athletics Stadium and is open to all High School aged students born in 2004-2011 (inclusive). Participants do not need to be a member of Athletics West to compete and can choose the 'non-member' registration option. 2023 will also see every registered student receive a personalised competition bib with their surname if they register before Monday 30th October.

Fri 20 Oct 2023

RUN GIANTS SET FOR A SPOOKY SUNDAY FUN RUN

Our friends at Run Giants are back with an exciting, and spooky opportunity for our Little Athletes to participate in a Kids Only Halloween Themed Fun Run at Perry Lakes. Be a part of the fun as you weave your way through the beautiful grounds of Perry Lakes if you dare! Will you be trick or treated?

Thu 19 Oct 2023

10 SEASON COMMEMORATIVE BADGE FOR SENIOR ATHLETES

Athletics West is excited to announce a new initiative, to acknowledge senior athletes who have competed as a WA Athlete for over 10 seasons at Strive. Athletes will now be able to claim a 10-season commemorative badge to display on their bib.

Sun 15 Oct 2023

RAISE THE BAR CAMP HELPING STUDENTS TO ACHIEVE HIGHER

The second Raise the Bar camp of the year was recently held in Perth, giving Indigenous high school students an opportunity to not only access facilities used by WA’s high performance athletes, but also make important connections with other students.

Fri 13 Oct 2023

WA ATHLETES IMPRESS AT SOLD OUT PERTH RUNNING FESTIVAL

Over 10,000 keen runners pounded the pavement on Sunday for the 2023 Perth Running Festival. The runners were treated to warm weather and a beautiful course that showcased some of Perth’s best landscapes, including the Swan River, the Matagarup Bridge and Optus Stadium.

Thu 12 Oct 2023

STATE TEAM INFORMATION SESSION

Athletics West is holding a community information session for all WA athletes looking to represent the state at one of the upcoming National teams during the 2023-24 Summer Season.

Wed 11 Oct 2023

THE STATES TOP ATHLETES HONOURED AS LAUREL WREATHES ANNOUNCED

Athletics West is excited to announce the Laurel Wreath recipients for the 2023-24 Athletics West Season powered by Go For 2&5.

Sat 07 Oct 2023

WA'S BEST SCHOOLS READY FOR NATIONAL CHALLENGE

Athletics West wishes to congratulate the teams that have qualified for the 2023 National Schools Challenge, following the conclusion of the recent WA Schools Challenge which was held at Athletics West Stadium.

Wed 04 Oct 2023

THREE WA OFFICIALS EARN NEW WORLD ATHLETICS STATUS

Athletics West is proud to announce that three WA officials have achieved a new status within the global officiating community following evaluations conducted by World Athletics earlier this year.

Sat 30 Sep 2023

RAMSDEN & NOONAN SET FOR WORLD ATHLETICS ROAD RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIPS

From Bathurst to Budapest and now to Riga, Australia’s top distance athletes continue their hunt for global medals at their third major championships of 2023, as they take on the inaugural World Athletics Road Running Championships this Sunday.

Fri 29 Sep 2023

WEST AUSSIES DOMINATE SYDNEY MARATHON

The WA team came to play at a historic Sydney Marathon over the weekend, with state athletes competing in the largest marathon to ever take place in Australia. WA’s Madison de Rozario sped home to claim a spectacular maiden title, whilst Dean Menzies claimed a hard-fought silver medal and Kate Baker continued her year of hot form, scoring a bronze medal amongst strong competition.

Fri 22 Sep 2023

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT | 2023 JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT SQUAD

Athletics West is proud to announce the athletes who will take part in the 2023 Athletics West Junior Development Squad Program.

Tue 19 Sep 2023

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT | 2023-24 EMERGING ATHLETE PROGRAM

Athletics West is excited to announce that fifty-five athletes have accepted their position as part of the Emerging Athlete Program for the 2023-24 Season.

Sun 17 Sep 2023