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Nowra entered just two events at this year’s NSW Relay Championships – our smallest representation in many years. However, the team of Erin Smart, Joanna Lodge, Sam Keogh and Loretta Norris flew the flag proudly for Nowra, bringing home two medals! In the Women’s Masters 160+ 4x400m Relay, the team dominated the field, …
2 medals for Nowra at the 2025 NSW Relay ChampionshipsRead More
After a thunderstorm forced last week’s cancellation, runners were eager to get back out and test the course on Friday 7th November. The club was delighted to welcome new member Rosie Nichols, who joined the 5km event. Rosie, a young physiotherapist recently relocated from Wollongong, is looking to connect with a new running family – …
On Wednesday 5th November, we painted the track pink to raise awareness and funds for those impacted by breast cancer – and what a night it was! Our athletes didn’t just turn the track pink; they filled it with heart, hope and healthy competition. Together we raised over $200 – thank you to everyone for …
The first weekend in November was a busy one for athletics, with plenty of outstanding performances from Nowra athletes. The 2025 edition of the NSW 3000m Championships was held at ES Marks Field on 1st November, and several members recorded impressive personal bests across the races. Harrison Baxter continued his great form with a 15 …
The Oceania Cup is a senior athletics competition hosted by the Oceania Athletics Association, bringing together top athletes from across the Pacific to represent regional teams and compete for the Oceania Cup trophy. The Cup serves as a development tour for Under 23 athletes who have not previously represented at World, Commonwealth or Olympic level …
Will Dyball Takes Silver for Australia at Oceania CupRead More
Walkers and runners enjoyed pleasant conditions at The Wharf for the second round of the Friday night program on 24th October. Young gun Alex Emmerton continued his strong form, taking line honours in the 3km for his second consecutive victory. Birthdays seem to be bringing good luck, with Lisa Carroll celebrating hers in style last …
The 2025 Australian Masters Games were held in Canberra from 18 – 25 October, with Nowra’s Kerrie Jones competing in both athletics and indoor rowing; achieving outstanding results alongside her daughter Nicola. In the women’s 70 years athletics events, Kerrie produced a series of strong performances, placing 4th in the discus (15.41m), javelin (11.38m) and hammer …
Outstanding results for Kerrie Jones at the Australian Masters GamesRead More
At Treloar Shield 3, held in Camden on 25th October, Nowra was represented by three athletes. Loretta Norris had a busy day of competition, producing strong results across multiple events. She placed 5th in the 35–49 years 100m, clocking 15.46, and also took 5th in the javelin with a throw of 13.02m. Loretta then went …
Track and Field had another strong turnout on Wednesday 22nd October despite the severe winds and hot temperatures. An amended program was implemented to accommodate the conditions, replacing javelin and high jump with discus and long jump. Anne Boatswain added another 50–59 years age record to her name, this time in the shot put circle, …
Earlier this year, 20-year-old Will Dyball competed in the Open 800m at the Australian Track and Field Championships, finishing 31st amongst an elite field – a great achievement. Following this, Will took the opportunity to nominate for selection in the Australian team to compete at the Oceania Cup, which will be held in Tonga next …
The first round of the Friday Night Walk, Run and Chat Program was held at The Wharf in Nowra on October 17th. Cool conditions made it very comfortable for both walkers and runners, with plenty of chat and laughter as participants took a relaxed approach to the opening round. The 3km event was dominated by …
Athletes with full membership are able to enter competition events with NSW Athletics and since the 2025-26 season kicked off, several of our members have taken advantage of the opportunities on offer. Ada Houldsworth contested the 400m at the Campbelltown High Velocity Meet (HVM) on October 4th, running a solid 1:05.23. At the Treloar Shield …
There was plenty to cheer about on Wednesday night, with four new field records set and plenty of personal bests achieved across the club! Nicholas Masini continued his incredible record run, this time setting a new mark in the 20–29 years discus with a powerful throw of 33.42m. His throw toppled a long-standing record of …
The 2025 Bendigo Bank October Carnival was held on the 12th October 2025 at Myimbarr Community Park in Flinders. The carnival was well attended with over 400 athletes! Some of our Nowra Athletics Club members were amongst those athletes who took advantage of the opportunity to participate against other like-minded athletes from across the region …
Nowra athletes compete at Bendigo Bank October CarnivalRead More
There were three new records for our field athletes in week 2 of our 2025-26 season on October 8th. Eleven year-old Riley Sandstrom threw the 750g discus an impressive 34.32m, surpassing the previous record of 31.72m set by Taj Barrett in the 2018-19 season. New member Nicholas Masini continued his strong start, improving on last …
The first week of the track and field points competition got off to a thrilling start on Wednesday 1st October with athletes showcasing exceptional talent and determination. Across a packed program of events, five records were broken in the field, and a brand-new record was officially established on the track, setting an electrifying tone for …
First Week Frenzy: Five Records Smashed and CountingRead More
The 2025 NSW All Schools Championships were held at SOPAC from Saturday 27th to Tuesday 30th September, with Nowra Athletics Club junior athletes achieving outstanding results. Two members secured top-three finishes, earning their place at the next Australian Athletics Championships. Oliver Baxter impressed with a brilliant 5-second personal best of 4:00.74 in the 19 years …
Track & Field’s second week of ‘Try for Free’ was held on Wednesday 24th September, welcoming back many of our seasoned athletes alongside some enthusiastic new faces. On the track, athletes tested themselves over 800m, 200m and 2000m, while in the field they took on discus, shot put and long jump, making for a fun …
Our Track & Field season kicked off on Wednesday 17th September 2025, and it was fantastic to see so many athletes – both new and familiar. The focus for the night was all about fun, with no timing or measuring and no points on offer, just plenty of encouragement for everyone to have a go …
Erin Smart and Sam Keogh returned from the Oceania Masters Athletics Championships with an impressive haul of medals, proudly showcasing their talent, dedication and the strength of the Club on the international stage. The 2025 Oceania Masters Athletics Championships were held in Brisbane from September 6th to 10th. In the women’s 40-44 years 100m, Erin …
Erin & Sam shine at Oceania Masters Athletics ChampionshipsRead More