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Canning will be installing lockable barriers on lanes 1 and 2 to prevent their use for training MAWA strongly supports this as a means to maximise the life of the track Canning have agreed to provide us with a key to the barriers so that we can use lanes 1 and 2 for Thursday evening…

Please note that the information in the June vetrun is incorrect. At World Championships the Australian uniform must be worn, NOT the club uniform. Samples are available to try on from Lynne Schickert every Sunday. Once you have determined your size then order the uniform from the AWA website

Lindsey Glass has set up a schedule of weekend winter throws competitions at WAAS and Bunbury. All members are welcome. There is no entry fee, but normal WAAS entry costs will apply. 2016 Winter Throws Competitions

Congratulations to our trophy winners, Clare Wardle and Kim Thomas running, Karyn Tolardo and John McDonagh walking. Full results can be found under the Road Results tab, special events Note that trophies, medals and certificates for RRC/RWC will be presented on 24th July, after the run, in the marathon club rooms  

Canning Council have reversed an earlier decision and now will not be charging us for lights on Thursday evenings. Hence the fees will revert to $3 for members and $5 for visitors.

Bernadette Benson has set a new World Record for distance run by a woman in 12 hours on a treadmill. She ran around 128km. Bernadette was raising money for the Australian Mitochondrial Disease Foundation

Here is further information on applying to work in a supportive role in the competition arenas: Auxiliary Field Officer Poster

  Recreational runners who run over 15km per week are being sought for the largest running study in Australia, to determine the role of genes in exercise-induced bone and tendon injuries. The study is led by researchers at the Australian Institute of Sport in collaboration with the Collaborative Research Network for Advancing Exercise and Sports…

In addition to coaching options already announced: Glenn Ross is offering sprint training for Masters athletes at McGillivray Oval for just $5 Glenn Ross is a MAWA member, UWA Athletics coach, Surf Life Saving beach coach and a Sprint specialist. Take advantage of this great offer to assist your preparation for the World Championships! Sessions will be on…

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