News - Athletics West

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

2023 ATHLETICS WEST AGM NOTICE

2023 Athletics West Annual General Meeting Notice

Fri 15 Sep 2023

TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT | 2023 AUS MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS

WA will be going for gold at the upcoming Australian Marathon Championships with eight athletes set to represent the state. Set to be held as part of the Sydney Marathon on September 17, WA will be led by former Ironman winner Kate Baker (Independent) and Dean Menzies (Masters WA), with the WA runners looking to make an impression in a packed field.

Wed 13 Sep 2023

HOW TO JOIN SENIOR ATHLETICS IN WA

Athletics is a lifelong sport, from your first Little Athletics Saturday morning to the comradery of the Masters' Athletics Community, anyone can take part in athletics. Athletics West offers a comprehensive Senior Athletics program aimed at individuals over the age of 11. Whether you are looking to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics, want to get back into exercise or push for a new personal best, we’ve got you covered.

Sat 09 Sep 2023

AUSTRALIAN ATHLETES HIT THE ROAD FOR KARRATHA

Top Australian Athletes are set to return to WA's North West region ahead of a jam-packed North West Championships bound for Karratha. 2022 World Athletics Championships Representative Cruz Hogan and Australian Pole Vaulter Olivia Gross will work with Athletics Australia First Nations Officer Kyle Ennis to deliver a week of rural athletics opportunities throughout Karratha starting on Tuesday 12 September.

Fri 08 Sep 2023

SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT | 2023 COLES LITTLE ATHLETICS NATIONAL CAMP

9 WA Little Athletes have been selected for the upcoming Coles Little Athletics Australia National Camp set for 1-4 October 2023.

Thu 07 Sep 2023

HOW TO START YOUR CHILD'S LITTLE ATHLETICS 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.

Wed 06 Sep 2023