News - Athletics Australia

Small Steps, Big Impact: Kate Colahan’s Passion for Outback Athletics

Meet Kate Colahan, a dedicated fundamental movement coach for Athletics Australia who’s making waves in Weipa, Queensland. Since her first visit in 2022, Kate’s commitment to Rio Tinto Athletics for the Outback has brought more than just athletic skills—it’s re-engaged students, uncovered local talent, and ignited lasting excitement. Discover how her unwavering passion is transforming lives in remote communities, one small step at a time.

Sat 23 Nov 2024

Sydney to host inaugural Australian Short Track Athletics Championships

A new format of athletics will arrive in Australia with the inaugural Australian Short Track Athletics Championships set to be staged in Sydney on February 1, strengthening the qualification hopes of Australian athletes in 2025.

Fri 22 Nov 2024

Green, Gold, Gator | Schmidt heads to NCAA Cross Country Championships

Few athletes embrace the chaos like Gabby Schmidt and few races provide it like Saturday’s NCAA Cross Country Championships.

Thu 21 Nov 2024

Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne set to soar higher with major boost from Victorian Government for world class athletics

Oceania’s one and only World Athletics Continental Tour Gold meet, the Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne, is stepping up to a new level this season, with the backing of the Victorian Government through its Significant Sporting Events Program.

Wed 20 Nov 2024

Seven extends deal to broadcast Australian athletics

The Seven Network will remain the home of Australian athletics, announcing a two-year extension to a long-term partnership with Athletics Australia.

Mon 18 Nov 2024

Athletics for all | How athletics became the nation’s sport of choice

Across parks, on city streets, out on trails, and on tracks around the country, Australians are embracing athletics in all its forms like never before.

Fri 15 Nov 2024

RIO TINTO ATHLETICS FOR THE OUTBACK CONTINUES TO SOAR

Picture the buzz, the excitement, the joy as everyone from the youngest to the oldest comes together to run, jump, and throw.

Fri 15 Nov 2024

Dave Stephens, 11 November 1928 – 5 November 2024

If you knew just one Australian distance runner as the year 1955 turned to Melbourne 1956 Olympic year, it was almost certainly John Landy. If you knew two, the other would have been Dave Stephens.

Thu 14 Nov 2024

Dr Peter Brukner named as Finalist in Australian of the Year Awards

Four members of the Australian athletics community have been recognised as state and territory nominees for the 2025 Australian of the Year Awards, including Olympic pole vault champion Nina Kennedy and sports medicine leader Dr Peter Brukner.

Thu 14 Nov 2024

Lima to Brisbane | McGroder Locked in for All Schools Championships

Draped in an Australian flag and a smile after winning World Under 20 bronze at the age of 15, Mason McGroder’s time flying under the radar was over. The six-foot-three long jumper who has the eight-metre marker in his sights is bound for Brisbane’s 2024 Chemist Warehouse Australian All Schools Athletics Championships.

Tue 12 Nov 2024

Six Miles and 96 Years | John 'Jack' Davey going strong in Bendigo

At 96-years-old, his crystal-clear recollection of the 1950 British Empire Games is just one highlight of a life lived in athletics.

Sun 10 Nov 2024

Paralympic Talent Search | Walsh Encourages Next Generation

Sarah Walsh had Paralympic aspirations before she knew what sport she could excel in, if any. It comes as no surprise that the Paralympic long jumper is an advocate for Future Green and Gold and the Paralympic Talent Search, aimed at unearthing the next generation of stars ahead of Brisbane 2032.

Sat 09 Nov 2024

A Legacy Built On People | Hilliard Takes His Final Bow

For 42 years, Craig Hilliard has been a steady force in Australian athletics, guiding athletes and coaches alike with an instinctive understanding of people and a devotion to their success. Now, as he retires from a life spent on the track, his impact resonates across generations.

Fri 08 Nov 2024