Athletics Australia

Leading pharmacy retailer Chemist Warehouse has reaffirmed its commitment to Australian athletics, signing a five-year partnership agreement with Athletics Australia, continuing its support of athletes across all levels, nation-wide. Full release: https://lnkd.in/gm28dnr2

Come and join our Growth and Development Team! We have an exciting new role of Coaching and Officiating Project Coordinator (Full Time Fixed Term through to 30 June 2027)! This role has been created to help increase the participation of women and girls in athletics coaching and officiating across Australia by reducing barriers and providing ongoing support, through funding from the Commonwealth Government’s Play Our Way program. Apply here - https://lnkd.in/gdT4TGDz Applications Close - Friday 15th November

Athletics Australia is pleased to confirm the appointment of Qantas executive and former Australian representative Catriona Larritt to its Board of Directors, following her formal appointment after the Annual General Meeting today. “Coming off a highly successful Olympics, Paralympics and World Under 20 Championships, Australian athletics is in a fantastic position and it’s exciting to join the Board at such an exciting time. With Brisbane 2032 on the horizon, I’m looking forward to helping build on the momentum focusing on both performance and commercial success to ensure the sport continues to thrive." More at https://lnkd.in/giSfayaC

Neil Boden and Peter Bromley have been honoured with Athletics Australia Life Membership for outstanding contributions to Australian athletics, following today’s 2024 Annual General Meeting in Melbourne. Approaching 30 years of service across both state and national levels, Boden is described as a “quintessential volunteer”, while Bromley’s most recent role as Athletics Australia’s Chief Executive Officer was just one of many roles within the sport. https://lnkd.in/gEp7gTAe

Scotland Here We Come 🤩 In case you missed it, the Commonwealth Games Federation has announced Glasgow as host for the 2026 Commonwealth Games. We can’t wait to head back and defend our title as the number one athletics nation in the Commonwealth. 🏃 #AthleticsNation

Sarah Edmiston's presence on the field has always spoken louder than words. Known for her precision and focus, the Paralympic bronze medallist has built an illustrious career through quiet determination and powerful performances. After her final competition at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, the two-time Paralympian steps into retirement reflecting on a journey marked by purpose, resilience, and a lasting impact on Australian para athletics. Full story: https://bit.ly/SEdmiston

Today we celebrate the graduation of the first participants of the National Gen32 Program – an initiative aimed at providing a pathway to the Olympic, Paralympic and Commonwealth Games coaching ranks. Run in collaboration with the Australian Institute Of Sport, Gen32 provides early-career coaches a two-year paid internship within national sporting programs. Congratulations to Jamie Green, Jared Tallent, Collis Birmingham and Danny Kevan and their mentors on the completion of their program. https://lnkd.in/gcxS-xep #AthleticsNation

Launching today on Peter Norman Day, the Neville Sillitoe Foundation Scholarship recognises emerging sprinters and honours the legacy of one of Australia’s most celebrated athletics coaches, renowned for his work in developing some of the nation’s greatest sprinters, including Peter Norman. Up to four scholarships will be allocated each year through The Athletics International Trust to the value of $5000. Find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gxMGnNUh #AthleticsNation

Queensland Australian of the Year nominee, Professor Adam Scott has been named as the 2024 recipient of the Peter Norman Humanitarian Award, recognised for his transformative work and passionate advocacy in mental health 🌟🌟 Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gV9SMDu3 #AthleticsNation White Cloud Foundation

Long before Australia won 14 medals at the 2024 World Under 20 Championships, its goal was to win one – for being the best prepared team at the championships. Working in dietetics and physiology, Bryce Anderson proved worth his weight in gold 🍉🧊   MORE 👉 https://lnkd.in/dDHKm7Ka #AthleticsNation