Ultra runner and psychologist Bernadette Benson recently crossed the finish line of the Bibbulmun Track with a record time of 15 days, nine hours and 48 minutes.
13 December 2011
A determined woman, Bernadette pushed through the 970 km track despite developing compartment syndrome early on. As a result she was unable to load bear on her left leg and limped her way through sections of the track and over the finish line.
Tuesday 22 May 2012
Coaches in the Mid West can get some tips on developing individuals to maximise team performance at a free two-part workshop in June organised by the Mid West Coaches Network.
Friday 18 May 2012
In a first for regional Western Australia, the Department of Sport and Recreation (DSR) is set to launch a new initiative to improve the quality of coaching across all sports within the Great Southern region.
Friday 18 May 2012
The Upper Great Southern Hockey Association commenced the Hook in2 Hockey program on Friday 11 May.
Thursday 10 May 2012
The results so far of a ground-breaking project examining the Peel town of Dwellingup as a potential trails hub will be presented this month at a community brunch.
Thursday 10 May 2012
The Department of Sport and Recreation (DSR) and Royal Life Saving Society of WA (RLSSWA) have teamed up to offer all sport and recreation volunteers in Western Australia a one-day first aid training course at half the usual price.
Tuesday 08 May 2012
Get your family together for a modern-day treasure hunt, complete with prizes!
Tuesday 08 May 2012
The Albany to Denmark section of the Munda Biddi Trail will be finished in mid May and the Munda Biddi Trail Foundation (MBTF) is organising a community celebration to give members, volunteers, locals and enthusiasts their first chance to try out this new section of trail.
Tuesday 08 May 2012
Local teachers put themselves in their students' shoes for an action packed day of junior sport development in the Great Southern in April.
Tuesday 08 May 2012
Several members of Hockey WA’s coaching and officiating team were in town during April to deliver practical sessions and present at a Great Southern Coaches Club breakfast.
Monday 07 May 2012
Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls today announced $5.835million in State Government Royalties for Regions funding for five Mid West Investment Plan (MWIP) infrastructure projects.
Monday 07 May 2012
Western Australia’s high performance athletes will soon be training in world-class, contemporary facilities following the announcement of a new multi-million dollar High Performance Service Centre at Challenge Stadium.
Monday 07 May 2012
The Department of Sport and Recreation (DSR) is urging people seeking further professional development in the sport and recreation industry to apply for the Dr Heather MacGowan OAM Scholarship.
Monday 07 May 2012
Premier Colin Barnett today announced the size and orientation of the new major stadium at Burswood and confirmed the initial capacity.
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