Gungahlin Athletics Club

19/06/2026

This Sunday - there are still spots remaining for this free training to learn how to be an official at athletics competitions!

This could be your pathway to simply learn more and support our athletes at their competitions or lead you to greater things!!

🏃‍♀️ Become an Athletics Official with Capital Athletics! 🏃‍♀️

Registrations are now open for our upcoming State Accredited Referee (SAR) Course — the perfect opportunity to get involved in athletics in a new way and play an important role in our sport focusing on track and out of stadia modules.

Whether you’re a parent, former athlete, supporter, volunteer, or simply passionate about athletics, officiating is a rewarding way to stay connected to the community. Officials are vital to delivering competitions across the ACT, from Little Athletics carnivals through to state-level events.

We’re also proud to launch Able Officiating alongside this course — an inclusive initiative encouraging people with disability to become qualified athletics officials in a supportive and welcoming environment.

Officiating is a flexible role that values knowledge, attention to detail, and a passion for the sport. It can provide purpose, confidence, connection, and meaningful involvement in athletics.

Participants will receive:
✅ Nationally recognised SAR accreditation
✅ Practical hands-on training
✅ Ongoing mentoring and support
✅ Opportunities to officiate at competitions throughout the season

We would love to see members of our community join us and become part of the Capital Athletics officiating family.

👉 Register here: https://www.capitalathletics.au/events/359254

19/06/2026

If you'd like to become a coach with our club - have a look at this great opportunity. Get in touch with us soon to see how we can support you in undertaking this course.

There are a limited number of subsidised places - please nominate by lunchtime Monday if you'd like to be considered for one.

It's not too late to join us for the Level 2 Development Coaching Course and learn from one of the best in the business — Matthew Wecker.

With 10 years of coaching experience at WEX Athletics, Matthew has guided sprinters, jumpers, and multi-event athletes to success. He’s been deeply involved with CA as a state team coach, TTP coach, Level 1 & 2 course coordinator, and regional clinic presenter — and previously placed 3rd at the Oceania Championships as a decathlete.

📢 PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN DATE AND LOCATION 📢

📅 4th & 5th July
⏰ 8.45am - 5pm
📍 Day 1 - University of Canberra, Brumbies Building
📍 Day 2 - Woden Athletics Track

Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills, grow your confidence, and connect with fellow coaches.

Secure your spot today!
https://www.capitalathletics.au/events/360739

22/05/2026

🎖️Gecko Volunteers - Thanks a million: we couldn't do it without you 🎖️

This National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the incredible people who make our athletics community stronger every single day. 🧡

From officials, coaches, starters and timekeepers to canteen helpers, committee members, age managers and event volunteers — our sport simply wouldn’t happen without you.

Thank you for the early mornings, late finishes, endless encouragement and countless hours you give so generously to support athletes of all ages and abilities.

Your passion, energy and commitment help create opportunities, build community and inspire the next generation.

To every volunteer across our athletics family: thank you for everything you do. 👏🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

15/05/2026

The LBG Walking Carnival 2026 incorporates the Capital Athletics Roadwalking Championships, with races for Under 10 through to adults.

For all athletes registered to compete at the LBG Carnival, the ACT Walking club is offering free access to their club training leading up to the event! The training sessions are led by international and national level race walkers.

Training details:
When: Mondays 5pm-6pm, weekly until the LBG event (7th June 2026)
Where: AIS Track
Cost: No cost for the training, athletes will need to purchase a ticket to enter the track (approx $5 per session)

More details: https://www.actwalkingclub.com.au/lbgcarnival
Capital Athletics Event Registration: https://www.capitalathletics.au/events/347853

There are also some associated race walking clinics being conducted on Saturday 6th June:
1. Race Walking Level 3 coaching course (only $50)
2. Judging seminar (Free)
3. Race Walking masterclass with superstar coach, David Beacroft ($15)

15/04/2026

Best of luck to the whole ACT team and all athletes at the Australian Junior (Underage) Championships. Schedule and results available here: https://meets.rosterathletics.com/public/competitions/details/schedule?id=27545

Particularly shout out to our competing Geckos:
U14
Sam Ainsworth - 100m, 200m
Oscar Wightman - 200m, 400m

U15
Thomas Naden - 1500m, 3000m, 2000mSC

U16
Lewin Ainsworth - 200m, 400m, Hammer

U17
Will Heritage - 100m, 200m, 400m

U18
Mia Marrinan - Long Jump, Triple Jump

U20
Zara Jordan - Discus
Adyin Ayan - 400m
Junior coach (Chloe Kong) - Long Jump

Para
Evalesi Taupeamuhu - Shotput, Discus
Luke Bailey - 100m, 400m, 800m

14/04/2026

A final chance to collect your 2025/2026 medal & presentation awards this Thursday 16th April, 5:30-6:30pm at the Amaroo Playing Fields.

11/04/2026

Visit Grill’d Gungahlin this month to vote for our club with your Local Matters token and help us fundraise for long jump improvements!

08/04/2026

We want to hear from you!

The survey only has four questions and will be open until Sunday, 26th April 2026. A link to the Survey is in the email sent to all members on 8th April 2026.

Thanks for being part of our Community!

04/04/2026

That's a wrap on Season 2025-26 - enjoy the presentation photos and hope to see you back for Season 2026-27.

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29/03/2026

Congratulations to all our Major Award Winners at today's Presentation!