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Vol. 1, No. 2. JULY 1986 PRICE $2 Tom Daintiy Breaks World Record ----- The ageless walker set to re-write record books — Tom Daintry, 75, the ageless wonder of walking Breaking Britain’s Alf Roberts’ nine year old mark literally shattered the existing single age World record of 2hrs 08 mins 43 secs, for the 20 km Walk by well over 9 mins! at Albert Park on Tom’s winning time of 1.59.20 was even more Sunday, 22nd June. amazing when it was revealed his unofficial split times were all world bests! 5 k 28.35, 10k58.29, 15k 1.28.46, 20 k 1.59.20. | Marathon Maivel Tom, under the astute I guidance of Melbourne coach Betty Newman, looks set to completely re write the State, National and World record books, j Shirley Brasher having just advanced to a new M75-79 age group. Already the holder of a Amazing mum first woman seemingly endless array of walk records, at all levels — he possibly holds more to finish than any Australian athlete still competing. Tom has been' ^or well T u n m i i ’s mara-- ShMey takes them runners pmsmimce thon marvel, Shirley all in her stride, with the evaluated oil age - sex basis, over 60 years! setting times Brasher, 60 years old zest of a teenager! placed her first overall in with monotonous regularity next birthday, contin 5.16.44, almost six min that may never be broken. ues to astound the On Saturday, 21st June, utes ahead of the first man. athletic world with her at Richmond, in the TCU amazing performances. Southern Cross Marathon, Shirley has been a won the remarkable Shirley derfully consistent perform Brasher was first woman to The quiet man of Veteran Whether it’s Track and er for many years and has Athletics, Tom is truly one cross the finishing line in held numerous State, Nat Field, Road or Cross 3.30.41. of nature’s gentlemen, Country, running or race- ional and even world titles however his placid dis walking distances ranging in Veteran Athletics. Her position takes on a new from 1500 metres to Mara- Despite biting cold elevation to a new age- dimension at the sound of winds she maintained her group W60 - 64 in the near the starters pistol, when his relentless pace throughout ftiture augers well for her opposition experience the the 42 kms, showing great chances in the X I1 World full extent of his disciplined, strength and courage in the Games in Melbourne next relentless determination to concluding stages of the year. extract the last ounce of TUC race. energy from his ageing frame. First male veteran over Shirley Brasher’s time the line in the Marathon, was even more remarkable and fourth overall, was Southern as analysis showed — her Greg Foot, in the very corrected time, where a creditable time of 2.43.55. If Tom can maintain his current form through to the World Games to be held in Melbourne next year, it Cross would certainly set the seal on a truly remarkable career and provide this country with yet another Half fine World Champion. Marathon DENIS LEITCH FIRST VET. IN 1.18.42 Peg Smith and Ray Callaghan 148 runners comp leted the TUC Southern Cross Half Marathon organised by the Vet erans Athletic Assoc to visit Sweden iation of Tasmania on Saturday 21st June held at Richmond. months in a combined effort to maximise participation and Denis Leitch was first 5TH EUROPEAN VETERANS GAMES provide a substantial boost in tourism for not only Melb Veteran to cross the line1* Executive Director Peg Smith and Compet ourne, but for Australia in general. and eleventh overall, in ition Director Ray Callaghan have been invited to Peg and Ray will be leaving for overseas on July 1.18.42, closely followed attend the 5th European Veterans Games, held 22nd, en route to London where they have meetings with by Mark Clough 1.19.49 this year in Malmo, Sweden. members of the I. A. A.F., and will then join the contingent and Iain Montgomery in of British Vets heading for Malmo. 1.19.55. As representatives of the organising body, they will The 5th European games commencing on 28th July, Sue Baker-Finch with form an integral part of a promotional delegation, headed will provide a veritable feast of world class Veteran 1.28.28 was first vet by the Victorian Tourism Commission, to promote the Athletes from many countries and with fierce competition female, Elizabeth Toomey 1987 World Veterans Games in Melbourne. expected in all events, existing world records will be in — our iovely ‘k VETERAN In an extensive bid to attract world-wide interest in jeopardy. ATHLETE” scribe, was the forthcoming Games, this joint promotion will be the We await with interest Peg and Ray’s Games report second in 1.34.34 followed first in a series to be conducted over the next twelve which will appear in the September issue. by Elizabeth Baldy 1.37.10. CONTENTS Tom D aintry Breaks W orld Record ................................... 1 Dedicated to all existing and potential Veteran Athletes in Australia Editorial ......................................................................................... 2 media rep in your State? However, please remember to send '87 W orld Gam es Update ....................................................... 3 First of all may we take this opportunity of expressing our sincere thanks to all our readers, for your material by the deadline, 10th of the month prior to issue. the tremendous response received from the 1st Issue Under the W atchful Ey ............................................................4 In this second edition we have featured many of our Of “THE VETERAN ATHLETE”. older members — all worthy champions — as an inspiration and reminder to us all of the Veteran motto, ‘ ‘Age shall be no Profile H eather Doherty .......................................................... 5 The congratulatory phone calls and letters still arriving barrier in the pursuit of excellence” . The articles on such daily are very flattering, but nevertheless encouraging to say athletes as Heather Doherty, Tom Daintry, Cliff Bould, Ted Down M em ory Lane ............................................. ................... 5 the least, and reinforces the courage of our convictions that O’Dell, Shirley Brasher and pictorial evidence of Bettina Wood- we are providing an essential medium of communication bum, Bill Empey and Kevin Hopkins all serve to remind us R acew alk Review ......................................................................6 within the Veteran organisation. that despite advancing years they are living examples of all that’s good in Veteran Athletics, fitness, healthy and friendly Despite the formidable initial task of distribution, Penny competition and above all companionship. We shall continue Vic Track & Field Records ....................................................7 and I have endeavoured to ensure every member receives the to feature these wonderful examples of unlimited potential 1st "complimentary” issue. (3000 copies have been circulated within our ranks in future issues of “ THE VETERAN Overseas News .......................................................................... 8 here and overseas). Our thanks also to Peg Smith, Dot and ATHLETE” . Colin Browne, Vic Venue managers and especially to all To ensure your regular copy each month— if you haven’t Central M asters G am es ........................................................... 9 State Secretaries for their complete co-operation. already done so — send your subscription as soon as possible Feedback of editorial, news, comments and photos in to the address shown on Page 23. W orld & National Rankings (Men) ....................... 10, 11 most cases have been excellent. Have you appointed a V/A Till the next issue stay fit, healthy and happy. 4986 Sussan 1 OK C lassic ............................................. 12 MIKE HALL. World-& National Rankings (Women) ................ 14, 15 Provisional W orld G am es Program ................................ 16 Australian Association of Veteran DELEGATE OF: A CT N ew s ............................................................................... 17 Athletic Clubs; PRESIDENT: P.O. Box 311, Greensborough. 3088. Don Farquharson Of NORTH AMERICA 269 Ridgewood Road % OPEN Queensland News ................................................................. 18 Telephone (03) 435 6743. West Hill SOUTH AMERICA ONTARIO MIC 2X3 Juan H. Kulzer W.A. and S.A. News ................................ ........................ 19 Patron: SENATOR DON CHIPP Canada < Estrada 3429 President: HARRY STANLEY (NSW) Olivos (1636) V ictorian N e w s ........................................................................ 20 Vice President: BOB RICHARDS (TAS) EXECUTIVE BUENOS AIRES Sec/Treasurer: PEG SMITH (VIC) VICE-PRESIDENT: Republica Argentina Ass/Secretary: Robert G. Fine Tasmania News .................................................................... .2 1 Hon. Auditor: JIM CONWAY (S.A.) 4223 Palm Forest Drive ASIA: ROYCE FOLEY (VIC) Statistician: Delray Beach, FL Milkha Singh N.S.W. News ........................ ) ....................................22 SECRETARY: STATE ASS. SECRETARIES 33445 U.S.A. House No. 23 VVAC Inc: Peter Colthup, 14 Bakers Road, North N.Y.C. 11217 U.S.A. Owen Flaherty Sector 7-A Puma Otway Classic ............................... ......................... 23 Dandenong 3175. Telephone (03) 7951169. CN. UTR. 207 CHANDIGARH India VICE-PRESIDENT: Javea QVAC: Stan Perkins, P.O. Box 196, Acacia Ridge 4110. ALICANTE Spain Telephone (07) 2771126. Jacques Serruys EUROPE: “Fit-Veteraan” Cesare Beccalli NSW VAC: Alan Atkins, 1/75 Ewos Parade, Cronulla TREASURER: EMITT 2230. Telephone (02)