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Parkes Little Athletics Club

January 30, 2025 By Roxane Manley

Important Dates for Little As Parkes: The first night back will be Monday 3 February and the last night for the season will be Monday 3 March. The Parkes Gala day will be held on Sunday 9 March. Presentation night Monday 17 March.

Parkes Little Athletics Club

December 5, 2024 By Roxane Manley

A huge thank you to Central West Funerals.

We are incredibly grateful for their generous sponsorship of Parkes Little Athletics. Your support helps our young athletes thrive, fostering a love for sport and community.

Parkes Little Athletics Club

November 28, 2024 By Roxane Manley

A huge thank you to Club Lime for their generous sponsorship of Parkes Little Ath­letics! Your support means so much to our club and helps us provide fantastic opportu­nities for our young athletes to grow, thrive, and achieve their best. We’re so grateful to have you as part of our team, supporting the next generation of champions.

Parkes Athletic To Host Inaugural Pa Games

October 31, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Parkes Athletic (PA) is set to launch its first ever PA GAMES on 2nd November. Inviting all local fitness enthusiasts to come and wit­ness an exciting functional fitness competi­tion. The event will run from 8am to 2:30pm and will featuring 27 teams of three athletes, with participants hailing from across the Central West, including Forbes, Bathurst, and Dubbo, as well as interstate from Co­bram, Victoria, competing against local PA teams.

The competition will kick off at McGlynn Park at 8am before moving to the PA gym at 42 Alluvial Street at around 10am for the remainder of the events. Athletes will com­pete for big cash prizes and various awards, adding to the excitement of the day.

Spectators are encouraged to attend and cheer on their local teams, making this a community event like no other. With a fo­cus on camaraderie and competition, the PA GAMES promises to showcase the best of local talent and foster community spirit among fitness enthusiasts. Come join in on the fun and support our athletes, you may be inspired to join the PA crew.

Parkes Sports Wrap

October 10, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Well done, Ryker and Vashti.

Parkes Golf Club

The Parkes Golf Course for the inaugural Grand Final Cup day, sponsored by pro, Zac Kelly, saw 56 players compete in a 2 person Ambrose. Scratch winners: 67 Mi­chael Thomas and Sam Standen. Nett win­ners: 61.75 Matthew Spedding and Cam­eron Standen. It is only a couple of weeks until registration closes for the Super 10s competition this summer. Pop in and grab a registration form from the shop or email zackelly@pgamember.org.au

Parkes Services Squash Courts

Parkes Services Squash Courts is extreme­ly excited to be hosting a Level 1 Squash Coaching Course on 26th – 27th October. Opportunities like this are rare, so please take advantage of it. Get in touch if you would like to register or secure a spot at: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nsws­quash/events/250595

Parkes And District Netball Association

One week to go to register for our Junior and Senior 2024 Spring Comp commenc­ing 15th October. Registrations are open at playhq.com under Parkes District Netball Association. You must have registered and paid before taking the court in week 1.

Parkes Little Athletics Club 

Over the last week, Ryker and Vashti com­peted at All Schools and they absolutely gave it their all. Ryker got silver medal in the 400m, and was a finalist in the 200m. Ryker will now go to Australian All Schools in De­cember in Brisbane. Vashti got a bronze medal in Javelin throwing a PB. Vashti also competed in shot put, discus and hammer throw, getting a PB in hammer throw also.

Parkes Sport Wrap-up

September 12, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Kathleen Hutchison (seated left) sitting on the donated bench, surrounded by the women bowlers at a special luncheon held to signify this amazing gesture.

Parkes Bowling & Sports Club

The Kathleen Hutchison Bench Seat: Kath was keen to show her appreciation for our wonderful ladies bowlers after they did an outstanding job catering for her 100th Birthday celebrations earlier this year. As a result we now have the addition of a new bench seat at the entry of our club.

Parkes Little Athletics Club 

Registrations are open. You will need to register as a new member unless you have been registered with Athletics NSW before.

If you have more than one child we have discount codes avaliable. CHILD2, CHILD3, CHILD4 and CHILD5. The discount codes do not apply to Tiny Tots. To get started use the link https://www.revolutionise.com.au/parkeslac/rego/

Parkes Boars Rufc

Congratulations to Brendan Guy and Chris Summerhayes on becoming the clubs newest life members. They were voted in life members at a special meeting and we couldn’t think of 2 people more deserving of the title. Thanks to these two for everything you have done and continue to do for the club, we wouldn’t have the club we have without these guys around.

Parkes & District Amateur Soccer Association Inc. 

Go Parkes Vipers! Coached by our own President, Wayne Osborne, this team is taking on Forbes Foxes in the Men’s LASA Grand Final this Sunday. Support our local team featuring 9 Parkes Junior players. So, if you can, make it to Forbes to support the Vipers.

Parkes Railway Bowling Club

On Saturday 7th September the 20 keen players for Social Bowls got to watch the State Over 40’s Pairs while they rolled up the top. Winners were Alan Affleck and Rob Hill winning 16+16. Runners Up were Mike Valentine and Toby Tanks winning 15+13. Third Place went to Peter Job and Ray Grif­fith winning 15+4.

Parkes Little Athletics Club

September 7, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Registrations are officially open and cost $60 for tots and $100 for U6 and over. You can use kids active vouchers when registering.

Forbes Little Athletics

August 31, 2023 By Roxane Manley

More than just an athletics club. We are about Friendships,whether you bring a buddy with you or the friendships made within the club or other events. Did you know that Little Athletics is for everyone. The whole family can join in the fun, there literally is something for everyone to enjoy and excel. We have 2 upcoming come & try nights in September.

Parkes Little Athletics Gala Day

March 17, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Parkes Little Athletics Club stars included Esther Williams, Alice Williams, Jason Mol, Toby Morgan, Haiden Hodge and Ellie Tattersall,

The Parkes Little Athletics Club held an extremely successful Gala Day on Sunday, 12th March at Northparkes Oval. Approximately 150 young athletes travelled from as far as Cobar and Gilgandra to compete. 

Athletes aged from six to 17 competed in a wide range of track and field events and the ‘tiny tots’ were also able to join in lots of fun activities. 

It was amazing to see so many athletes coming together to compete, have fun, support and encourage one another. There were smiles all around as records were broken, personal bests achieved, medals awarded and new friends made.

A huge congratulations goes to the Parkes Little Athletics Club committee members and all helpers who made the such a huge success. 

Parkes Little Athletics Committee President, Kerrie Edwards said, “This years Gala day was one of the best. I’m very grateful for all who contributed, as there were so many. 

We appreciate those who travel and look forward to seeing you all again next year.”

This weekend, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th March, Parkes Little Athletics will have eight representatives competing in the Little Athletics State Championships at Sydney Olympic Park in a combined 17 events. This is a huge achievement and will be a great experience. We wish them all well and know they will do their very best.

Committee Members (some absent): L-R: Kim Robinson, Kerrie Edwards (President), Jen Quinn, Erin Cheney, Chris Higgins and Mel Hodge.

Forbes/Parkes Little Athletics

February 24, 2023 By Roxane Manley

Save The Date: The Parkes Gala Day will be held on Sunday, 12th March. Registrations will be open soon. Keep and eye on social pages for more information.

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