By Danielle Kutchel
In the ultimate unboxing, Berwick Little Athletics members finally got to open their new equipment on Monday after receiving a grant from Coles to upgrade their sports gear.
Berwick Little Athletics Centre received a $4900 grant from the supermarket giant thanks to funds raised through the sale of Coles’ Community Chiller Bags.
The centre applied for a grant to cover new equipment to replace ageing older gear, including high jump rods and support stands, shot puts, discuses, javelins, measuring tapes and a starting pistol.
Centre president Dan Langelaan said the grant had been a “big help”.
“This grant means we can update our ageing equipment to support our growth in little athletics this year.
“Berwick Little Athletics experienced a 28 percent membership growth this season which has resulted in having a shortage of essential athletics equipment to run our events efficiently.
“The grant from Coles will allow us to continue to grow and provide an affordable and inclusive sport to the community.”
The club has 480 young athletes across 11 age groups of mixed genders and is the second largest, and fastest growing, in the region.
Registrations are now open for the 2019/20 little athletics season, which is set to commence on Saturday 5 October. Berwick Little Athletics will be hosting a free come and try day on the grand final eve public holiday, Friday 27 September. More details are available at berwicklac.com.au.
