The past year has been a watershed moment for athletics in NSW. The first year of the NSW Athletics Partnership has been the most significant change in our sport nearly 60 years. By placing the athlete at the centre of our deliberations and considering the sport as a whole, we have been able to streamline some processes, provide more opportunities for athletes and create the platform for future growth and ongoing vibrancy.
The NSW Athletics Partnership between Little Athletics NSW (LANSW) and Athletics NSW (ANSW) has three main components.
- One Affiliation Structure: A cohesive system that simplifies club affiliations, reducing administrative complexities.
- One Membership Offering: A unified membership model that eliminates the need for dual registrations, making participation more accessible and cost-effective for families.
- One Championships and Events Pathway: An integrated competition framework that provides clear progression routes for athletes of all ages and abilities.
The NSW Athletics Partnership ensures the removal of duplicated membership costs and administration processes, while also significantly expanding competition opportunities and pathways for all members by providing everyone with the best that both LANSW and ANSW have to offer.
In its first year the NSW Athletics Partnership delivered several tangible outcomes for athletes, families, clubs and the broader athletics community. Key achievements in the first year, have included:
- Reduced duplication – for clubs and members,
- Introduced a single registration and membership platform,
- Created a single and seamless competition structure,
- Created a unified and single set of competition specifications,
- Increased opportunities for members,
- Increased total membership,
- Increased event participation,
- More athletes qualifying through to higher levels of representation.
While ANSW and LANSW maintain their individual identities, their joint efforts focus on delivering a unified athletics experience. This collaboration ensures that athletes receive consistent support, whether they're just starting, participating at the grassroots level or competing at elite levels
First Year Milestones of the Partnership
See About NSW Athletics for more information about the Partnership.
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