Newstead Athletics

Newstead Athletics Established in 1933, we are the oldest club in Northern Tas. We run Track & Field and Cross-Country. Newstead Athletics Inc.

previously known as the Newstead Harrier Club (and still often referred to as this), is based in Launceston, and is northern Tasmania's longest running athletics club, having been established in 1933. It is also the second oldest in the state with Hobart's Sandy Bay club starting up 6 years earlier. The club conducts its own cross country programme between March and September in and around the Lau

nceston area, catering for all ages. There are three race distances to choose from each week and most are conducted on a handicap basis to give all the opportunity to win. Several sponsored feature races are held, offering prize money. Numerous trophies, medallions and lucky draw prizes can also be won throughout the season.The club also support Athletics Tasmania cross country and road titles. Cross country events are held on Saturday afternoons from 1pm. From October to March the club participates in the local track and field competition at the St Leonards track. Competition is held on Friday evenings from 6pm. Competition is conducted in grades according to performances except for championships which are conducted in age groups from Under 14 to Open. Coaching is available in all events and potential athletes of all ages, regardless of experience and ability, are welcome to come along to training or competition.

Congratulations to our 12 club members selected to represent Tasmania at the Australian Cross Country Championships and ...
13/08/2026

Congratulations to our 12 club members selected to represent Tasmania at the Australian Cross Country Championships and the under age Road Race Walk Championships to be held at Ballarat 22-23 August.

07/04/2026

Cross Country Season Update

Dear members and families,

We regret to inform you that Newstead Athletics will not be hosting the Cross Country season or School Series this year.

This has been a very difficult decision. Our events rely entirely on volunteers, and despite our best efforts, we have not been able to fill the key roles needed to safely set up and run the season.

We know this is disappointing, and it is for us too. However, this is a pause, not the end. Newstead has a strong history, and we are committed to rebuilding our volunteer base so we can return to the trails in the future.

A sincere thank you to everyone who offered their time and support. It truly means a lot.

We appreciate your understanding and continued support of the club.

Congratulations to our club members who competed in the state Championships last weekend in the Heptathlon and Decathlon...
20/01/2026

Congratulations to our club members who competed in the state Championships last weekend in the Heptathlon and Decathlon!
There were numerous PBs and great performances! David took out the open competition and Alexis the U16 and Macie in U18 placed 2nd.
Photos thanks to NTA

First interclub for 2026 is tomorrow ( Friday) evening starting 6pm. Note, add 3 hrs to start times
07/01/2026

First interclub for 2026 is tomorrow ( Friday) evening starting 6pm.
Note, add 3 hrs to start times

Program A on Saturday. We hope to see you all for the last interclub for 2025
18/12/2025

Program A on Saturday. We hope to see you all for the last interclub for 2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BWYp4sT2H/Congratulations to our amazing race walker Sam Lindsay. New record and worl...
05/12/2025

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Congratulations to our amazing race walker Sam Lindsay. New record and world U20 Qualifying time!

MEET RECORD, GOLD, PB, U20QM!!!! 🤯

Sam Lindsay has set Lakeside Stadium on fire! After smashing the open state record earlier this year with 20:32.63, he’s taken it to a whole new level - clocking a phenomenal 20:07.71 for a huge new personal best leading from the front in windy conditions.

In the process, he wiped out Declan Tingay’s 2016 meet record of 20:11.80 and secured a World U20 qualifying mark. What a night! ⭐🥇

Interclub program for today.
28/11/2025

Interclub program for today.

Interclub events for this Sunday in combination with the Northern multi events which will be held Saturday and Sunday
18/11/2025

Interclub events for this Sunday in combination with the Northern multi events which will be held Saturday and Sunday

16/11/2025

Well done Sam L Clifford. You are amazing.

Next weekend in Launceston. Get your entries in!
25/10/2025

Next weekend in Launceston. Get your entries in!

🚨ENTRIES CLOSING SOON!

Don't miss your chance to compete at the 2025 Tasmanian All Schools Track & Field Championships.

Get your entry in today and be part of the action! 🏃‍♀️

Enter here 👉 https://www.tasathletics.org.au/events/319348

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PO Box 1594
Launceston, TAS
7250

Telephone

+61408238329

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