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Vol. 1 No. 5 OCTOBER 1986 PRICE $2 Previous mark held by G. Rhoden (Jamaica) Reg Austin sets new world 22.30 had lasted fourteen years.

The seemingly invinvible Reg record for 200 metres Austin, 49, from Sydney N.S.W., con­ tinued his awesome form in the (BY HARRY STANLEY) Waratah Winter Sprint Series, at the — Photo Peter Griffin Hensley field, Pagewood. Reg blitzed the field of all ages, to win in 22.14 seconds, lowering the existing world mark of 22.30, held by G. Rhoden (Jamaica), since 1972, for the M45 200 metres. Pending ratification (there were three independent official times and no wind assistance) Reg’s new world mark for M45 was achieved with only weeks to spare, as he moves into the M50 category in October this year. His sights now firmly set on the great Ron Taylor’s recent world record of 22.91 at the V European Games in Sweden, Reg is supremely confident of making it two in a row in the very near future. Evidence of this can be illus­ trated by his recent brilliant performances over the Winter Series, where on no fewer than five occasions, he recorded sub 23 seconds, for the 200 metre sprint, and this achieved in cold, windy and unfavourable conditions! Austins record breaking run was very imminent on what was possibly the warmest winter night for years, and the enthusiastic, expectant crowd witnessed, per­ haps, the greatest sprint exhibition ever, by an Australian. Reg powered through the final 20 metres to the finish, leaving three junior ‘A’ Grade athletes in his wake, to create a record that will be hard to match by anyone. Calculating the equivalent time in a younger person, using renowned author Hal Higdons slow-down tables, (Refer under the Watchful Ey. Page 4), which indicate that a 49 year old athlete loses in efficiency or declines in performance by 15% for that age group, then Reg’s time of 22.14 would convert to an unbelievable 18.81 seconds almost a full second better than Pietro Menias’ current world record of 19.72.

Incidently, Austin has also recorded recent times of 11.00 and twice 11.19 for the 100 metres.

_ _ _ W Q R L D Q A M E S B | D Claire Bowker win GOES TO EUGENE 1986 Vic Marathon TAC Panel Picks Track Capital of America’ as U.S. noticeable improver was (BY COLIN BROWNE) Leif Michellsson, who Nominee to Host 1989 Event RACE DIRECTOR MURRAY DICKINSON was steadily threading his way through the field to (BY HAL HIGDON) PLEASED WITH TRIAL RUN FOR NEXT YEAR’S secure third position. WORLD GAMES EVENT. Peter Shone displayed a When the decision came late Thursday, July 17, after fine exhibition of bold nearly twelve hours of presentations and deliberations Cool conditions, with relatively little wind, front running to take out prevailed at the start of the 1986 Victorian the overall title, and the before a TAC sub-committee meeting in Nassau County, Veterans’ Marathon at Princes Park, Carlton, on M40 division in 2.33.46, New York to decide (presumably) the site for the Eighth followed by Eric Greaves Sunday, 14 September. 2.48, Leif Michellsson World Veteran Games, there were tears of joy shed by 2.49 and M50 gold medal­ track chairman Jerry Donley, looks of resigned dis­ list Ken Fraser in 2.51. appointment on the faces of near-miss suitors from San The seventy-seven Soon after the five mile Eight others broke the Diego and Los Angeles, and shouts of joy from those starters, including five mark Shone began to set three hour barrier, while women, made an impres­ the pattern for the race, as an excellent solo perform- representing victorious Eugene, Oregon. sive line up, and without he opened up a gap of 20 (ance by Claire Bowker, in The decision made in the Marriott Hotel before the exception were adorned in secs, on Greaves. Further 3 hrs. 15.47, took the TAC Masters Meet to bring the 1989 Games to Eugene is their club uniform for this back in the field numerous honours in the female major event on the winter groups were forming, aim­ category, and P.B.’s by not entirely secure. The vote of the eleven-person Ameri­ calendar. ing at the 2.50 or 3.00 Liz Feldman and Thelma can selection subcommittee (although only seven voted) target. Callanan gave them needs to be ratified at The Athletics Congress (TAC) The course comprised second and third positions At ten miles, with the respectively. convention, December, 1986, in Tampa, Florida (prob­ thirteen laps of Princes lead unchanged, Ken Park, and after the com­ Fraser and Bert Gaudion Murray Dickinson and ably a formality). The Americans then will present pletion of the first circuit were battling out the M50 his large team of organis­ Eugene as their candidate in a bid before the World the lead was shared by ers, ensured a thoroughly brigade, as was Stan Mis- Association of Veteran Athletes (WAVA) meeting at Peter Shone and Eric kin and Vem Gerlach in efficient event, with few Greaves, closely followed the M60’s. problems and only minor Melbourne, Australia in November, 1987. Yugoslavia by Keith Alexander and adjustments necessary, reportedly also may bid and could upset U.S. plans. But, Claire Bowker leading the As the race progressed before next year’s World female division. beyond twenty miles, the Games in Melbourne. most likely, the world’s best over-40 track and field Peter Shone (M40) wins the 1986 Victorian Veterans athletes are expected to congregate during the summer of Marathon in 2.33.46 at Princes Park, Carlton, on 14 1989 in the city (population 106,000) that frequently has September, 1986. been identified as “The Running Capital” of America. CONTENTS

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Editorial ...... 2 You will by now have all seen the advertisement/entry form for In this issue of V/A we have published an article by Colin Lang the Promotional World Games Track and Field meet, at Olympic (Q) entitled “An Exercise in Growth” , and we feel it is a magnifi­ ’87 World Games Update...... 3 Park, Melbourne, on Sunday, 7 December, 1986, as published on cent effort by the QVAC members on what can be achieved by con­ Page 6 in the September issue of the “Veteran Athlete” . structive planning and complete attention to detail. Their overall objective was certainly successful, recruiting 80 new members, Under the Watchful Ey ...... 4 Now you have also had time to pemse the provisional time table of events, and possibly decide which best suits your particular needs. virtually in one day! I would like to take this opportunity to stress the importance of Now, if each state can follow Queensland’s example and con­ Profile (Wilma Peikins) ...... 5 this major event on our summer calendar. The success of this duct similar recruiting campaigns, particularly during the coming promotional meet is vital to the success of our organisational Track and Field season, I’m sure with the added interest created by Overseas News ...... 6 preparation for next year’s World Games. Under the critical eye of the forthcoming World Games, our National membership will several WAVA delegates, here for this occasion, it is imperative the experience an unprecedented growth in the near future. many carefully planned systems are allowed to work smoothly and Also published in this issue, details just to hand of the exciting 3rd Oceania Games ...... 7-16 efficiently. Annual New Year Athletics Carnival (including events for veterans) As both Peg Smith and Competition Director, Ray Callaghan, at Dubbo, N. S. W., to be held over the weekend of 27-28 December, Racewalk Review ...... 8 have already reiterated, it is essential we have maximum participat­ 1986. Any veterans interested in obtaining further details, contact ion of all eligible veterans, including pre-vets, particularly in the me at the address on Page 2, or phone (059) 428 344 (Melbourne). short sprints, where large entries are required. Till the next issue, stay fit, healthy and happy, Ultra Distance News ...... 9 We fully realise, of course, the great difficulty and expense facing our many interstate members. However, we are sure you will Veterans Viewpoint ...... 10 give the matter your due consideration. — MIKE HALL

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Design/Layout/Typesetting: The Pakenham Gazette. Subscription Rates: $24 (1 year) 12 issues (inc. postage in Australia). Refer subscription form for overseas airmail. The Veteran Athlete is an official publication of the Australian Association of Veterans’ Athletic Clubs and of the World Association of Veteran Athletes. The editorial policy is not, unless otherwise stated, that of the AAV AC or WAVA. Unsolicited material for publication in the Veteran Athlete is welcomed, preferably typed double spaced. However, legible handwritten copy will be accepted. If you desire return of photographs and/or editorial please enclose stamped, self addressed envelope. The Veteran Athlete accepts no responsibility for loss or damaged material. All correspondence will be acknowledged in the letters column at editors discretion. Advertising/contributions to the Veteran Athlete should be sent to: Mclnnes Rd., Tynong North, 3813, Vic. Material contained in this publication of the Veteran Athlete may not be reproduced in any form without prior permission of die Publisher. With obvious delight, and consummate ease, the great Ron Taylor (G.B.) toys with the opposition in the 200 v.v.v.SSviSviSSviviviSSSS!*!' metre Relay, at the recent V European Games, in Malino, Sweden. '87 WORLD GAMES UPDATE Roach Tilley Grice Retirement

The 1983 Australian Labor Party (b) Information dissemination. Given Services make Sport and Recreation Policy refers present priorities, (c) above can only be specifically to the aged and sport. an ad hoc and occasional activity. Should It states that: “The Department of ASC Discussion Paper these priorities change, the appointment your life better Recreation and Sport under a Labor of a full-time staff member would enable government in co-operation with the • giving particular support to thosethe establishment of new ways of regular departments of Health and Social by the Minister. The ASC has requested communications between sports and in the long ran! the development of an action plan for sports already favoured for participation Security will make a major effort to by the elderly. veterans’ sports in particular. ensure that our aged citizens will have veterans’ sport. This paper represents a (c) Support and advice could be given For advice on Taxation, first step in initiating a program of sports If projected demographic data about Pension and Investment, the same rights to sport and recreation as the ageing of the Australian Community to veterans’ sports bodies in relation to everyone else.” development for older Australians. matters such as sponsorship, media con­ 363 Camberwell Road, It must be emphasised that only a very are even approximately achieved, Camberwell. 3124. At the inaugural meeting of the government interest in veterans is likely tact, marketing, events management and Interim Committee of the Australian small proportion of the elderly in our the professional development of sports Phone (03) 82 3364 (Melb). community are in poor health or institu­ to assume a higher priority than at — Offices in every State. Sports Commission in Canberra on 22 present. Moreover, any program on administrators. September 1983, the Minister for Sport, tionalised. The large majority are (d) Special purpose grants. A small capable of participation in sporting Veterans in Sport should aim to minimise Recreation and Tourism, the Hon. John divisiveness by increasing the integrat­ number of special purpose grants Brown, foreshadowed that the Aus­ activities on either a competitive or non­ specifically for veterans’ sport could competitive basis. ion of the elderly into the community. tralian Sports Commission would invest­ For any effective program to be estab­ support the pilot projects as well as pro- igate the sporting and recreational ne^ds In the light of such research findings, lished it is essential that potential partici­ . vide assistance for development projects of the elderly. the Australian Sports Commission seeks pants are involved in the development to modify rules, to host games, and for In the 2nd Reading Debate of the to promote the philosophy of lifetime and implementation of any programs. As other developmental or promotional Australian Sports Commission Bill involvement in sport. As older Aus­ people are unlikely to take up new recre­ activities. 1985, the Minister again referred to sport tralians demonstrate an unwillingness to ation activities in old age the Commiss­ (e) Liaison activities. This would aim for the elderly. He pinpointed initial adopt new sporting activities they should to encourage and co-oidinate initiatives be encouraged to retain interest in their ion needs to embark on a campaign that investigation action towards sport for the will encourage involvement in sport and research from other bodies which elderly, and acknowledged the need to sport during and after youthful involve­ share interests in this area. ment. As behaviour patterns for sport are from the ages of early thirties. Such a provide assistance to combat the current campaign must be geared to keeping The Commission understands that ageing trends in the Australian popu­ developed in youth, sports which have within sporting bodies, the needs of the capacity for lifetime involvement sportspersons involved for life. lation: 4 ‘A Committee has been set up to The Australian Sports Commission veterans’ sport must compete with the investigate sport for the elderly. By the should be introduced and promoted in the needs of junior development, high young. This would help promote sport in recognises the need to stimulate and year 2000 there will be an enormous support veterans’ sporting activities. performance athletes, coaching, inter­ percentage of Australians in the elderly such a way as to allow older people to national events and so on. Nevertheless, For keep p artic ipating. Resources allowing, some or all of the level including a lot of us. It is high time following, could be pursued at some later it wishes to encourage sporting bodies to that something was done to introduce a The approach suggested and reflected discuss and consider what can be done to here involves: time: healthier lifestyle for people who are (a) Policy Development. A national advance the development of sport for getting on in years. ’’ • promoting “ sport for life” by older Australians. encouraging veterans’ sports which conference on veterans’ sport would Australian The Australian Sports Commission bring together both national sporting N.B.: The AAVAC would be interest­ has in its charter the objective to increase allow older members to stay on, bodies and other interested groups in an ed in its members ’ views and suggestions the level of participation in sport by all • using national sporting organi­attempt to define and resolve issues for on this future Government policy. Please Australians. To pursue this objective, the sations to encourage older sports partici­ sporting bodies to consider how best they direct your correspondence to Peg Commission is now focussing its attent­ pation by promoting veterans’ competi­ can cater for the emerging needs of Smith, P.O. Box 311, Greensborough, Readers ion on the older Australians referred to, tions and activities, and veterans. 3088, Vic.

We have Just finished processing the replies to our questionaire. L o m t v n s Australian airlines jj THE MJSTRMMN A09ME We thank all those who indicated their support Those of you World Games Promotion who have indicated a VII Veteran . specific area will hope­ fully be contacted within the next month by the organiser of world Games at Festival City Marathon that area. With limitless enthusiasm and supreme op­ The carnival atmosphere of this popular marathon timism, the World Games promotional team, The World Games pro­ provided maximum exposure for our new 6 metre banner motional track and field consistlna of John Smith. Leonie Byrnes, and which created wide interest, and even attracted many GENERAL “Kally Koala”, swung into action at the recent meet program appears in Victorians, who stayed on to assist the team. Festival City Marathon In Adelaide, by setting up the September issue of the their easily recognisable marquee in the fini The next promotion in Australia will be the Mel­ Veteran Athlete. Pre-vets bourne Budget Marathon where Colin Browne will lead a please note that you are COMPETITION area of the race. The idea being, that it would be great team to create a wave of awareness and enthusiasm relative!:ively easy to apprehendlend any, ‘tired’, likely about our event. welcome in all events list­ lookiing thirty five to forty yeairear old, and cordially If your state has a particular event, such as a popular ed. This includes the hurd­ invitee them to come to Melbobourne in 1987. les. The entry form shows REPORT fun run or marathon that you think is exactly the right the events as they are set It would be impossible for anyone approached to market for potential members, let us know and we will up for the World Games MELBOURNE, 5TH SEPTEMBER, 1986 run for cover, after just completing a marathon — at least try to be of assistance. that was the theory. program. ELIGIBILITY The next promotion overseas is the USA and IAAF RULE The promotion was part of the continuing campaign Canada. We hope also to look at the facilities at Eugene, To be eligible to com­ VARIATIONS to raise the public awareness around Australia of Veteran Oregon which has been chosen as the site to bid for the pete in these Games you IAAF Rules variations Athletics and in particular the Games. An opportunity for 1989 Games. More of that next month. must be 40 years old by that have been agreed to in local clubs to encourage both recreational and dedicated Thank you all for the many letters we are receiving. 28th November, 1987 if our discussions with athletes to join up and become part of our great organi­ We appreciate your support. you are male, and 35 years WAVA are: sation. old by the 28th November, 1987 if you are female. IAAF Rule 141 (10): Your age group for the The basic principal of heat duration of die games is winners plus fastest times, set on this date. with a minimum of four fastest on an eight lane NEW NO. 2 GROUND track, has been agreed to. NOMINATED With winners and two The Melbourne Univer­ fastest on a six lane track. sity six lane resolite (rub­ The prime aim of this berised bitumen) track has variation is to ensure quar­ been nominated as the No. ter finals are not required. 2 track for the VII World In a limited number of Games. This is because we events the six lane rule have just been advised that may be applied to the eight the State Government has lane track. had to limit the athletic IAAF Rule 142: Will facilities it is installing at not be applied to field the Olympic Park No. 2 events that we conduct in ground to a four lane, 380 divisions. This relates to metre track. It will be very the finalists getting an good for warming up and extra three throws for a field competition (in fact it total of six, where a strict will be a big improvement interpretation of this rule on our expected warm up would mean they would facilities) as well as some get six extra for a total of very limited track compe­ nine. tition. It will not be suit­ able for the heavy track IAAF Rule 143: It has usage we had planned. Al­ been agreed that the or­ though we are extremely ganisers can have coolants disappointed that we do available for 10 km track not have our two tracks runners in excessively hot side by side, we fully un­ weather. derstand the State Govern­ ment’s attitude on this IAAF Rule 162 (4): matter, and consider it jus­ Veterans will not be re­ tified in the present finan­ quired to crouch start. The cial climate. stand up start is O.K. The university track is ideally situated, as it is at Fierce competition shows in the faces of these competitors at the start of the 800 metres (W40) at the recent V the main accommodation Ray Callaghan — European Championships at Malmo, Sweden. Eventual winner Pat Gallagher, No. 351 (G.B.) in 2.14.8 is 2nd centre for our overseas Competition Director, VII from the left. Others in the picture are Carol Keysers, 189 (Hoi.), Siv Peterson 421 (Swe.), Riet Jonkers 188 visitors. World Games, Melbourne. (Hoi.), Ingeborg Konjack 21 (FRG), Rita Windbrake 48 (FRG), Gerd Eriksson 411 (Swe.). What is your athletic potential? (From Fitness After Forty, by Hal Higdon) This is how it works: metres of 34.23.00, at age 60 UNDER THE Take for example, Reg can also be analyzed. The time Ken Young, director of the National Running Data Austin’s time of 10.8 for 100 must be converted to seconds, Center in the United States, examined the age records metres at age 41. By consult­ 2063. Divide this time by the of events from 100 metres to the marathon, to develop a ing the table, you can deter­ age 60, value of 1.28, and you series of charts by which older athletes could compare mine that the theoretical de­ obtain 1611.71 seconds. This their performances with those of younger athletes. cline for a sprinter at that age, equals 26.51.6. Wow, what a Young was surprised to find How good is the 34.23.00, at that distance made him performance! WATCHFUL EY very little difference in the 10,000 metres run by John 8.1% slower than a young The tables also permit decline between sprint and Gilmour at the age of 60? sprinter. Divide the time of comparison between your endurance activities; and he The answer is, that if Reg 10.8 seconds by 1.081, and times and the times of other OUR CORRESPONDENT: Wendy Ey, B.E.M. (Vice president A.A.S.A.), speculates that the decline athletes. Manager, Australian Track & Field team at the 1984 Olympic Games, Los Angeles, Austin, Dot Browne and John you obtain a theoretical time would be similar for all other Gilmour had run their races at of 9.99 seconds. Well done The following tables also former Australian 100 yds sprint champion 1956, Commonwealth Games silver medallist include information as to how 1958, Multi World Veteran gold medallist and current W45 World record holder in 100 functions pertinent to athletic the ages that statisticians tell Reg! and 200 metres. endeavour. us are optimal for best per­ A similar assessment can be field event performers can The question is how good is formances in their event, they made on Dot Browne’s time of compare their performance Despite her extremely busy schedule as a lecturer at the South Australian College values in other events. of Advanced Education, many teaching appointments and an endless array of other the time run by a veteran and would have run 9.99, 17.33.00 for 5,000 metres at commitments, Wendy still finds time to maintain the high level of fitness required to recognised as a record. For 15.53.7, 26.51.6, respective- age 45. The tables say she has “Only after another 10 or become a World class athlete. example at the age of 40, how iy- declined an estimated 10.4%. 20 years, as more and more As a journalist Wendy has successfully written many books and publications over good is the 10.80 100 metres Using Ken Young’s chart, In analyzing times over 60 older athletes continue in the the years and her research into Athletics for Women in Australia has done much to run by Reg Austin? How good anyone can make a similar seconds, you need to convert competitions of their youths, further the cause of female participation in this country. is the 17.33.00, 5000 metre determination of the value of minutes into seconds. will we be able to judge the As a member of the Board of Management of the Australian Athletic Union, also, run by Dot Browne at 45? his or her performance. Browne’s time therefore true accuracy of these we feel sure her regular column will provide interesting and informative reading for all becomes 1053 seconds, divid­ charts.” Veteran athletes. ed by 1.104, which equals In fact it is now 9 years 953.80. Her time for 5000 since this book was written metres is the equivalent of and indeed the standards of STOP PRESS 15.53.7 for a young runner. Veteran records have im­ Well done Dot! proved enormously since John Gilmour’s 10,000 then. It may be time to re­ New World Record BOOK REVIEW write the charts. taught how to start and then continue the swing, Ganaral Slowdown and then they are allowed to make a throw from (Can be applied to most middle-distance running events such as two swings, stressing straight arms and pro­ the mile, as well as to swimming events. Most other fitness for Marina Stepanova activities probably would also follow this same drop in effi- gressing from the wooden staff or broom to the ciency.) medicine ball in the net. They are then shown a New World Record Holder for Women’s 400m simplified form of "shuffling" turn, with the emp­ Age Decline % Age Decline % Hurdles in 36 year old Russian Marina Stepanova — a 35 3.0 58 25.3 Veteran! hasis strictly on the correct positions of the 36 3.6 59 26.6 A unique series head, arms, trunk and hips. Each boy is then 37 4.2 60 28.0 Seven years ago Marina held the World Record for of films and videos. taken individually and given correction and 38 4.8 61 29.4 400m Hurdles and now as a veteran has once again encouragement. 39 5.5 62 30.8 regained it with a brilliant 53.33 sec. Films made for the IAAF and widely used in 40 8.1 63 32.3 Coaching Courses in the past have been of 3 The group is then introduced to a proper light­ 41 7.0 64 33.8 distinct types: weight hammer and taken to the hammer circle 42 7.8 65 35.3 don’t have a tendency to get 43 8.7 66 36.8 and coached individually by Connolly, first at tight so fast.” 1) those of a commemorative and promotional 44 9.5 67 38.3 Massage two swings followed by a standing throw: then, 45 10.4 68 39.8 nature, such as the World Cup series, films Healing: Leg cramps hit after being introduced to the basic footwork, 46 11.3 69 41.3 of the Olympic Games and video cassettes In the early days of ath­ middle-of-the-pack runner they are shown a throw first with one turn, then 47 12.2 70 42.8 of the World Championships; 48 13.1 71 44.3 letics the use of massage Clyde Hart about 20 miles into two turns, and lastly three turns. Finally each 49 15.0 72 45.9 came to be a valuable tool his fifth marathon. At the next 2) simple but effective silent films consisting of boy attempts two swings and a one or a two turn 50 15.2 73 47.4 in aiding athletes reach water stop, two medical ultra slow motion shots of the World’s best throw. The element of competition is now a 51 16.4 74 49.0 their best performance. volunteers went to work on his performers (such as the Montreal Olympic powerful motivating force and the boys show 52 17.6 75 50.5 53 18.8 76 legs. “It was wonderful,” Films produced by Helmar Hommel) which regular improvement, as they begin to get the 52.1 This was followed by a 54 20.1 77 53.7 period when its use was the Hart reports. In a few minutes require analysis and commentary from an feel for the event. A good demonstration of ham­ 55 21.4 78 55.2 subject of considerable ridi­ the knots dissolved, and he ran experienced athletics coach; mer throwing is then given by the Japanese 56 22.7 79 56.7 cule, to the point where those off to finish the race. 3) more advanced technical films in whichfthe hammer champion and the film concludes with 57 24.0 80 58.3 who continued to believe in it Matt Centrowitz, a top con­ commentary and analysis is contained wi­ shots from the 1984 Olympic Final and a few Slowdown Table for the 100 Meters found it necessary to conceal tender for the U.S. Olympic thin the film itself, such as the biomechanical more words of advice and encouragement from Ihc? (juauti- GumiuMy's peirumiaiiwe is nisi- Aae Decline % Aae Decline % their activities. More recently, team in the 5,000 metres, says films of the Prague European Champion­ 35 4.7 58 25.9 ships by the Czechoslovakian Film Compa­ class. His expertise, enthusiasm and rapport 36 5.3, 59 27.2 there has been a revival—and several weeks of daily deep 28.6 massage therapy was the best ny. with the youngsters bring out all the fascination 37 6.0 60 massage along with spas and and challenge of this much neglected event. 38 6.7 61 30.0 saunas has been the subject of treatment for the tom ham­ 39 7.4 62 31.4 string fibres he suffered about This new series of films opens up new Filming time - 26 minutes. 40 8.1 63 32.9 research into its use, particu­ ground. The aim is threefold: 41 8.8 64 34.4 larly to aid and hasten re­ 20 months ago. “I tried a lot 42 9.6 65 35.9 66 37.3 covery between training sess­ of other things,” Centrowitz 1) to show teachers and coaches how to pre­ 43 10.3 remembers, “ultrasound, 44 11.0 67 38.8 ions and ultimately to permit sent athletics techniques in an interesting 45 11.8 68 40.2 more frequent training. DMSO, anti-inflammatory and stimulating way; 46 12.6 69 41.7 These days you begin to drugs and more, but nothing 2) to motivate boys and girls to take up the 47 13.3 70 43.2 44.7 notice it at the races. The worked as well as massage. It sport; 48 14.1 71 2) Long Jump with Lynn Davies. 49 15.0 72 46.2 was pretty painful, but it re­ 3) to teach the essential basics of the events. Honolulu Marathon sets up Location - Watford, England. 50 16.0 73 47.8 massage tables at the finish for lieved a lot of tension and 51 17.1 74 49.3 weary runners. The Athletics enabled me to run more loose- Lynn Davies is a former British Common­ 52 18.2 75 50.8 To achieve these aims, the same format has wealth, European and Olympic Long Jump 53 19.4 76 52.3 West Club’s own massage ly.” 53.9 Why would massage soothe been used for each film: the coach is a former (in Champion. His training as a teacher of Physical 54 20.7 77 therapist, Rich Phaig, credits one case a present) Olympic Champion or 55 22.0 78 55.4 aching muscles, dissolve Education showed in his capable and stimula­ 56 23.3 79 56.9 massage with sparing Mary World Record Holder, who also has a wide Decker from yet another cramps and speed up the heal­ ting handling of a novice group of boys and girls. 57 24.6 80 58.5 experience in teaching and coaching, and the The Davies approach is a practical and realistic Slowdown for Throwing Events round of leg surgery. Alberto ing process when you’ve film shows him taking a group of boys and girls one. He concentrates upon the real essentials There is a basic difference between running events and throw­ Salazar has travelled the world strained or injured muscles through the various learning stages, from the from over use? There are for successful long jumping - speed of ing (or field) events that probably should be pointed out. Times with a Finnish masseur. These warm-up to the complete activity, with “voice­ approach co-ordinated with power and accu­ increase in the former whereas distances decrease in the latter. many theories. Massage in­ Ken Young also noticed that as ages increased, throwers seemed days, even a typical 10k. may over” commentary providing additional expla­ racy of take-off, and he purposefully simplifies sport a massage table or two at creases circulation and helps nation where necessary. The boys and girls are to decline much more precipitously than runners. He speculated to flush out the buildup of the flight pattern so that it will not hinder mastery that as we grow older we continue to use our legs in normal ac­ the finish. genuine beginners, which makes it all the more of the more important phases of the event. The tivities, but are less likely to use our arms. To obtain your op­ Depending on what tech­ waste products like lactic acid impressive to observe the improvement brought emphasis is merely on a good body extension timum performance in an event such as the shot put, you would niques you use and when you that cause pain and stiffness. about by good coaching, even in the short time and effective landing position. multiply your distance by the appropriate figure below. For use them, massage offers Deep massage techniques — it took to make each film. The direction and example, a shot putter aged 45 would multiply his performance three different benefits: fingertip pressure far into the camera work are imaginative and stimulating, Davies’s lively manner keeps the film moving by 1.152. muscle tissue — can spread and each film is enlivened with shots of present along briskly, from specific warm-up and mobi­ Age Decline % Age Decline % Better performance, heal­ 58 35.0 the muscle fibres or break day World Class performers. The emphasis is lity exercises to the development of a consisten­ 35 5.8 ing and feeling great. tly accurate approach run and a powerful and 36 6.7 59 37.1 down the scar tissue that on the educational aspects of athletics, showing 37 7.6 60 39.1 efficient take-off. The boys and girls, meanwhi­ Better performance. builds up from tearing. how skill learning can be fun, and honest effort 38 8.5 61 41.1 There’s growing respect for Left to themselves, Rich can bring enjoyable satisfaction. le, are kept aware of the whole activity by 39 9.4 62 43.2 demonstrations from a good class athlete, while 40 10.4 63 45.3 Phaig says, the cells that make At present B films have been completed and it the idea that certain massage several shots of Olympic Games finalists serve 41 11.3 64 47.4 is planned to finish the series with the following: 65 49.5 techniques, if you use them up scar tissue will arrange both to enliven the film and to keep the picture of 42 12.2 the Shot-Put with Parry O’Brien, the High-Jump 43 13.2 66 51.6 before races and workouts, themselves randomly, form­ the complete jump before the viewers. with Dwight Stones, Road Running with Joan 44 14.2 67 53.7 can loosen your muscles, ing a lumpy mass. Deep mas­ 45 15.2 68 55.8 * Benoit, Relay Racing with David Hemery and a The film includes examples of the various sage can elongate the tissue, 46 16.3 69 57.9 warm you up and mobilize the types of jumping, hopping and bounding exerci­ helping the cells to line up general film on conditioning with Lynn Davies. 47 17.4 70 59.9 body’s resources for the ses that help to develop the leg power needed parallel to the muscle, making To give a clearer idea of the series we give 48 18.6 71 61.9 challenge ahead. “The for the event. 49 19.8 72 63.8 below synopses of 2 of the films. Soviets swear by it,” says for a longer and more pliable The film continues its logical development 50 21.1 73 65.6 22.5 74 67.3 Mike Yessis, editor of Soviet tissue. from the take-off to a simple flight pattern and 51 Sports News. “They use it When a muscle spasms, it 52 24.0 75 69.0 landing and, finally, the boys and girls put it all 53 25.6 76 70.6 like it was going out of has contracted and won’t re­ together with several full approach jumps. 54 27.3 77 72.1 season.” lease. Through massage, a As in the other films in this series, the basic, 55 29.1 78 73.6 79 75.1 Sports therapist Jack trained therapist can pull the realistic and educational approach to the event 56 31.0 57 33.0 80 76.5 Meagher and Pat Boughton, muscle fibres repeatedly, is all the more impressive coming from such a 1) The Hammer Throw with Hal Connolfy. Slowdown tor the Marathon who spell out their own tech­ coaxing them back to their Location Los Angeles, USA superlative athlete and excellent teacher niques for pre-event massage natural state. Filming time - 26 minutes. Age Decline % Age Decline % in Sportsmassage, say mas­ Connolly is a former Olympic Champion and 35 1.3 58 24.8 sage can give any athlete a Feeling great If you’ve 6 times World Record Holder at the event. He JW Alford 36 1.9 59 26.1 37 2.4 60 27.5 has spent the last 20 years developing his most Development Programme Co-ordinator competitive edge. Over time ever had any kind of massage, 38 3.0 61 28.9 and in a race, they claim, you know. “Even if it works effective teaching technique. The film begins — Extract from IAAF Bulletin 1986 39 3.7 62 30.3 massage can give you more just psychologically, it’s with Connolly putting the youngsters through a 40 4.5 63 31.8 warm-up routine and then giving them a brief 41 5.3 64 33.3 power, co-ordination and en­ great,” boasts Philadelphia 6.2 34.8 description of the equipment used, the basic 42 65 durance. Pre-event massage, runner and triathlete Ray 43 7.1 66 36.3 they argue, can stretch the Fritz, who got the whole body rules of the event and the very important safety 44 8.0 67 37.9 muscles and increase the flow treatment after the East Coast precautions to be taken. A demonstration is 45 9.0 68 39.4 of blood and oxygen to the Triathlon Championships last then given by Connolly, filmed first in normal 46 10.1 69 41.0 motion and then in slow motion. Then, to emp­ 47 11.1 70 42.5 tissues. A relaxed muscle fall. 48 12.2 71 44.0 hasize the need for strength in the legs and works more easily and can Tensions fall away. Warm 49 13.3 72 45.6 energy flows through your lower body, the boys are put through a series of 50 14.5 73 47.1 work longer. various jumping and hopping exercises and 51 15.7 74 48.8 “It’s just plain ordinary body and you know you’re then throwing exercises with medicine balls. 52 17.0 75 50.3 53 18.3 76 51.9 common sense,” says ortho­ going to be OK. Someone is The boys are next shown how they can get their pedic surgeon Andres taking care of you. All’s right 54 ' 19.6 77 53.5 first feel for the event by using simple equipment 55 20.9 78 55.0 Rodriguez. “When you start with the universe and you in it. such as brooms, wooden clubs or medicine 56 22.2 79 56.6 with looser muscles, they What’s wrong with that? balls encased in Dlastic nets. First thev are 57 23.5 80 58.1 m w m (BY MIKE HALL)

PROFILE NO. 5 The versatile Wilma Perkins Queensland’s prolific track and field star, popular Wilma Perkins, 37, from Acacia Ridge must surely rate as one of Veteran Athletics most versatile performers, as she currently holds no fewer than eighteen State and National records, varying from 100 metres through to the multi event pentathlon. Wife, and very able assistant to line, shot put, 100 metres hurdles and pen­ Queensland Veterans Athletic Club’s Hon. tathlon and National records for W30 in Secretary, Stan Perkins, Wilma is also the pentathlon, high jump and long jump. proud mother of three sons and a daughter, In the higher age group she had con­ (affectionately known as her “ support tinued to perform at top level by recording crew” ). further State records in 200 metres 25.2, An abundance of natural ability, high jump 1.50 metres and pentathlon, Wilma has been involved for most of her 3487 pts. Both the latter are also awaiting life in many sports, including Athletics, National ratification. Softball, Hockey, Netball and Cricket, Wilma’s total dedication and compe­ achieving much success at most levels over titive spirit was clearly illustrated earlier the years. this year at the 1986 National Titles in Always ready to accept or undertake a Adelaide, when after an airline dispute new challenge, Wilma — despite her al­ caused the cancellation of her flight to S. A. ready busy life — has recently completed a causing her to miss the discus event altoge­ two year course for a Diploma of Physical ther, she promptly brushed aside the trauma Education, at the Brisbane College of Ad­ of the whole affair, to win 2 gold, 5 silver vanced Education. and 1 bronze medal in the remaining three A qualified Level 1 and 2 Track and days of competition, in near ‘century’ heat! Field coach and a Diploma in Recreational A member of the Q.A.A. and the Leadership, should all stand her in good famed Thompson Estate Eastern Suburbs stead for a future in her chosen field. Club, where she has won the track and field After leaving school in 1967, Wilma award for the last three consecutive years, devoted most of her athletic talents to Wilma has her sights set on the 1987 World Hockey and Cricket and in fact represented Games in Melbourne, her first chance at in­ the far North Coast of N.S.W. at the State ternational competition. Hockey Championships in 1976 and 1977. A senior coach with the Queensland However, the lure of competitive athletics Little Athletics Association, executive was rekindled by the formation of the member for the last three years, of the Veteran movement, soon after her return to QVAC, further studies, in addition to train­ track and field. ing, competition and tending to the needs of Encouraged by her great friend, and a family of six, ensures there’s never a dull now president of the QVAC, Heather moment in the Perkins* household! Doherty, Wilma made rapid progress in re­ However, despite her ‘hectic* life­ gaining her former fitness, and soon made style, Wilma is always ready to lend a hand ner presence felt in the W30 division. to officiate in any capacity and reduce Stan’s On moving up to the W35 category in secretarial work-load whenever possible, September, 1985, Wilma had established and still remain the friendly, charming per­ Queensland State records, in the 100/200/ son we are proud to have in the Veteran or­ 400/800 metres, long and high jump, jave- ganisation.

Below: Arguably the vnoet exciting finish of the National Titles in Adelaide, was the W35 200 metre final. A three way photo finish was necessary to decide the place- getters, behind winner Eileen Hlndle. Left to right, Anne Holcombe (hidden), Wilma Photo Coluna Photographies Perkins, No. 3527 and Pam Speakman, No. 3535, were all credited with the same time 27.40. Photo Peter Griffin fll/CpCCAC Record Attendance at UiLnOCHO 1986 II S' Nationals

A record total of 761 athletes, aged 30-and-over, took part in the 19th Annual U.S.TAC National Masters Track and Field Championships from Id- 20 July, Long Island, New York. The quality of the competition was high, as NEWS usual, with eleven new world and nineteen new U.S. records established. Asian NEW A t E - f ROUP RECORDS SET AT 19TH U.S. MASTERS TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIPS Assoc. IN iNIONDALE, H.Y. — JULY 18-20,1984 WORLD RECORDS Veteran New Old Major setback to Event Age Mark Name State Mark Held by 400 M60 57.65 Jack Greenwood CO 58.4 John Alexander 10000 W65 .49:22.5 Jacklyn Caselli CA 52:53.3 Waltraud Kretchmer 100H M60 14.98 Jack Greenwood • CO 16,2 Andre Findelli Athletes 300H M60 46.31 Jack Greenwood CO 300H M65 50.63 Bob Hunt CA 300H M70 53.98 Gilberto Gonzalez PR 300H M75 67.75 Omar Hix TX The following 'national WAVA/IAAF HJ M55 5-8% J.C. Brown M0 5-6% Boo Morcom associations are affiliated HJ W65 3-8 Mary Bowermaster OH 3-8 Mary Bowermaster to the AVAA. TO M70 32-*% Ian Hume CAN 32-1% Mazumi Morita TJ M80 23*6% Benjamin Fox AZ 22-8 Herb Anderson > 1. Indonesia: Mr Djoko S. Slamet, Jalan Cilandar A H E R I C A N R E CORDS Tengah 1/8, Jakarta 12430, 1500 M55 4:25.24 Jim Sutton PA 4:28.7 Bill Fitzgerald Indonesia. Affiliation 1500 M70 5:19.38 Austin Newman NJ 5:21.1 Harold Chapson 1500 W65 6:26.49 Jaclyn Caselli CA 6:57,42 Edna Laflin 2. Philippines: Major 110H M35 14*33 Stan Druckrey WI 14.7 Mike Kelly Alejo P. Dopeno, 3681 80H M70 14.52 Herb Miller CA 15.02 Bert Morrow Butista Street, Palawan, 80H W50 14.94 Christel Miller CA 15.42 Christel Miller Makati, Metro Manila, PV M65 11-6 Boo Morcom NH 11-6 Jim Vernon Philippines. Don Farquharson, WAVA President, LJ W50 13-11% Irene Obera CA 13-3 Christel Miller U W65 11-2% Mary Bowermaster OH 10-5% Mary Bowermaster 3. Malaysia: Dr. Mani encounters strong opposition LJ W75 7-1% Edith Mendyka CA Jegathesan, 28 Jalan LJ M65 16-7% Boo Morcom NH 16-2% John Satti Derumun, off Jalana Dun- LJ M70 14-11 Gilberto Gonzalez PR 14-10%Claude Hills un, Damansara Heights, over South African Affiliate TJ W55 21-9 Shirley Kinsey CA 21-1 Shirley Kinsey § TJ M65 31-11% Boo Morcom NH 31-3 Fred White Luala Lumpur 23-05, DT M70 139-1% Ross Carter OR 138-2 Pete Gulgin Malaysia. DT M80 88-4% Benjamin Fox AZ 84-4 John Whittemore 4. Brunei4 Inche Abdul In my last article I described how an agreement had been JAV W55 90-3% Bernice Holland OH 88-10 Shirley Kinsey Razak Bongsu, P.O. Box prepared by the WAVA and IAAF members of the Veterans Commit­ JAV W75 64-11% Edith Mendyka CA 64-1 Edith Mendyka 1847, Bandar Seri Begawan, 1600R M50 3:47.63 Huntsville TC AL tee as the basis for the connection of the two bodies. Following my Negara Brunei Darussalam, Brunei. article, the agreement was published in its entirety and, if accepted 5. Sri Lanka; Mr by the IAAF at their 35th Congress at Stuttgart, West Germany, it Stachithananda, 53 Vive- would be presented to the General Assembly of WAVA in Mel­ kananda Hill, Colombo bourne, Australia in December 1967 for final ratification. 13, Sri Lanka. 6. Japan: Mr Shuhei Maty Wixey sets Nishida, 877 Shimoda- Armed with this agree­ evidently instructed in in co-operation, WAVA machi, Minotokitaku, ment, I travelled to Stutt­ what to say by their and IAAF could spread the Yokohama City, Japan. gart and the IAAF Con­ governments. gospel of Veteran athletics 7. Thailand: Panus/ gress. This Congress is a Shortly before the Con­ to huge numbers through­ Surapong Ariyamongol, meeting of the delegates of gress began we received out the world who do not Amateur Athletic Associa­ the (approximately) 170 the totally unexpected yet know of us. new World Record tion Thailand, Rama I countries affiliated to the news that the British dele­ The applause was en­ Road, Prathumwan, Ban- IAAF plus members of all gates objected to some of thusiastic and reassuring kok 10500, Thailand. IAAF committees. the terms of the proposed but alas, was soon dissipat­ Chinese-Taipei: Miss It is presided over by the agreement. Approaching ed by a succession of dele­ Record breaker, the lovely Mary Wixey, 66, from Chi Cheng, P.O. Box 81- President and 20 Council them and introducing my­ gates from Africa, Asia Cheltenham, England continues to astound the Veteran 611, Taipei, Taiwan. Members of the IAAF so self I found that two of and the Carribean who Athletics world in the U.K. 9. Korea: Mr Hwang that the gathering features them were quite uncon­ condemned our South Young Hee, 131 Hyosung- over 700 of track and cerned but the third, Ewen African connection. Ewen Dong Buck-Ku, Inchon, field’s administrative elite. Murray, of Glasgow, took Murray’s objection was Korea. Arriving two days strong exception to what he added to this chorus so that INTERNATIONAL EVENTS 10. Pakistan: The Pre­ before Congress opening I stated was WAVA “inter­ although IAAF President was joined by WAVA With the 1986 Track and Oct. 4-5: XIX World Veterans’ Road Champion­ sident (Veterans), Pakistan ference in the National Nebiolo praised the Amateur Athletic Federa­ Secretary Owen Flaherty Bodies’ sovereign rights. ’ ’ Veteran concept and the Field season still on the ships in Richmond, B.C., Canada. 10k. + marathon. drawing board, Mary Enquiries to Vancouver Masters, R.R.S. 4640, Fairlawn tion, Railway Stadium, and Vice President, Track This interference* he success of our Rome Chari Shahu, Lahore 5, and Field, Hans Axmann. stated, was embodied Championships (which he shattered the W65 World Drive, Burnaby, B.C. Canada, V5C. 3R6. Telex Pakistan. Very quickly the mainly in clauses 2,4 and 6 attended) it was evident Long Jump record, with a 0451588. “ grapevine” told us that of the agreement where it that the measure would giant leap of 3 metres, 48, October 4-5: North American Championships. 11. Bangladesh: The the African countries in­ concerned WAVA and lose on a vote. on her home track, the Tampa, Florida. Bob Fine, 4223 Palm Forest Drive, Del­ President (Veterans), tended to object to our National events. I explain­ Dr. Nebiolo saved the Prince of Wales Stadium, ray Beach, FL 33445, U.S.A. Bangladesh Amateur Ath­ South African affiliate, the ed at length that if we had day avoiding the vote by at Cheltenham in April. October 10-12: Pan American Masters Champion­ letic Federation, Room 33 South African Masters. intended to run an irres­ taking the matter back to ships, San Juan, Puerto Rico. National Stadium, Dacca- With the object of meet­ ponsible organisation Council and promising October 18-19: Hong Kong International Vet­ 2, Bangladesh. ing these objectives we erans’ Meet, Hong Kong. M & W 35+. Athletic Veterans 12. Saudi Arabia: The which would cause some changes should it be On June 14, in the Italian obtained a hearing at a problems for national reintroduced at the next of Hong Kong, GPO Box 10368, Central Hong Kong. President (Veterans), meeting of the African Masters Track gnd Field October 18-19: Japan International Masters, track Saudi Arabia Amateur bodies we would not have IAAF Congress in Rome, Championships she once delegates. After telling come. We were present in September 1987. and field meet, Tokyo. For information contact: Howard Athletic Association, P.O. them something of again equalled this Nishimura, 204 S, San Pedro St., Los Angeles, C.A. Box 5802, Riyadh 11432, order to co-operate. Hans Skaset was crest­ distance. In the British WAVA’s history and Ewen remained uncon­ fallen I think, and Owen, 90012,213/680-1020. Saudi Arabia. philosophy, we explained Vets’ Championships, at November 6-9: 111 South American Veterans 13. Nepal: The Presi­ vinced by this and although Hans and I were certainly I Wigan on the. 12-13 July, to them that the South he appeared somewhat disappointed. Championships, Santa Fe, Argentina. dent (Veterans), Amateur African Masters were the versatile Mary won March 15,1987:20th Veterans’ (10k. and 25k. and Athletic Association of appeased that evening he TWo points are evident: gold medals in the 100 thoroughly integrated in all reverted to his previous first we cannot (at present) Cross Country) World Championships, Israel. Executive Nepal, National Sports their activities, that we had metres, Long Jump, Shot Director, Barry Shaw, 6 Shmuel, Hanatziv St., Netanya, Council, Dashrath Rang- stance on the second day complete a connection with Put and Discus, duplicat­ shala, Tripureshwar, Kat­ travelled to South Africa when our presentation was IAAF while we have a Israel, 42281. and privately spoken to all ing her success of die November 28-December 6, 1987: vn Work! mandu, Nepal. to be made. South African affiliate and previous week at the Mid­ 14. Mr Hari Chandra non-white competitors at Considering its size and second, the IAAF is com­ Veterans Games, Melbourne, Australia. Men 40+, the SAMA Champion­ lands Vets’ Track and Field Women 35 + . No qualifying standards. World Veterans (Secretary AVAA), Block divergent ethnicity, the mitted to a Veteran Wing Championships, where she 44 Marine Crescent #24- ships. They had been Congress is a marvel of other with or without Games, P.O. Box 311, Greensborough, Victoria 3088, 12 Singapore 1544. unanimous in assuring us also created new W65 Australia. Phone: 03-4356743. efficiency featuring instant WAVA. National records. that they were treated well translation facility in seven I am contacting the and equally by the white or eight languages by bat­ members of our executive competitors and were wel­ tery operated mobile to decide on the next move ASIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS come at all social funct­ equipment. After my intro­ and will relate this in my Mary, a retired school ions. duction by Hans Skaset I next article. A two hour teacher, looks set for more •The African delegates addressed this gathering. I wait at Amsterdam HELD IN INDONESIA accepted this without much gold in the World Games in The 4th Biennial Asian Veterans Athletic Championships were held in spoke for about 4 Vi (Schipol) on my return Melbourne, next year. comment, and thanked us minutes outlining the aims journey was valuable as Jarkarta, Indonesia on July 26-27. as we left. Later we spoke and philosophy of WAVA. Jacques Serruys, our Vice Competition was held in 5-year age groups for men and women from age 35- to many individual African I gave a brief history President, Road & Country and-up. delegates stressing again pointing with pride to the was kind enough to drive STOP PRESS: In the 5th Among the top performances were: European Championships that SAMA is connected large number and age from Brugge, Belgium to — Kaihara Kosabu, M40, 100 (11.2) and 200 (22.8); neither with the S. A. range of our competitors meet me mid discuss the in Malmo, Sweden, Mary once again set a new world — Hieta Yoshiyuki, M55, 100 (12.4) and 200 (25,2); Government nor their and then pointed out the news — a round trip of 600 — M. Gunasena, M50,400H (61.9); national^ body. Further­ fact that we are individuals kms. mark for the W65 Long more they did not practise who are neither selected Jump, with 3.58. — P. Hoetapea, M70, 800 (2:47;0); apartheid and should be nor funded by the countries — Wanibuchi Hiroshi, M50, 1500 (4:29.2) and 5000 (16.34.20); .encouraged. Privately in. which we live. Don Farquaharson, — Aloysious Sibidol, M65, shot put (1 J .84m/38-10). many agreed but were I finished by saying that President WAVA m m m m m The next Asian Championships will be held in Chinese Taipei in 1988. 3RD OCEANIA VETERANS GAMES Apia, Western Samoa 5 - 9 September 1986

45-49 15K ROAD WALK 50-54 6064 J. Seymon 26:43 AUS 1. J. Schmidt 9.58 10000 METRE ROAD (Women) 40-44 AUS 1. P. Tearle 19:04:22 NZ D. Watts 28:10 NZ 2. M. Tanielu 7.52 SAM 35-39 1. Peter McWilliams 1:35:38 AUS 2. Mataafa 27:34:35 SAM 2. Joe Annandale 1:35:40 SAM A. Compain 30:14 FUI 3. A. Tomane 6.75 SAM K. French 48:26 FU 55-59 D. Farnsworth 41:02 AUS 4. C. Frylink 6.56 AUS 40-44 50-54 HIGH JUMP (Women) 1. Colin Hainsworth 1:20:02 AUS 5. T. Leb 6.46 AUS 30-34 T. Woodham 43:45 NZ C. Reece 29:09 NZ 6 P. Faasau 6.38 AUS 2. RonWhitham 1:25:12 AUS 1. D. Ellison 1:47 AUS D. Siepman 44:08 AUS 60-64 C. Silcock 31:02 AUS 55-59 55-59 J. Hines 32:31 NZ 40-44 1. Peter Tearle 1:27:54 NZ 1. C. Blair 6.57 NZ S. Brasher 48:09 AUS M. Hoare 34:49 AUS 1. A. Ripley 1:15 SAM 2. S. Luamanuvae 2:11:50 SAM 65+ 2. P. Frylink 39:44 AUS G. Seymon 1:11 AUS 2. Fesuia’a Fesua 2:11:50 SAM 1. R. Frith 6.30 AUS 2. Sililoto Key 2:11:50 SAM 35-39 D. French 26:38 HIGH JUMP (Men) FU TRIPLE JUMP (Men) 35-39 Results Tuesday afternoon, I. Kawasaki 30:16 JAP 8K ROAD WALK 35-39 1. Fagalime 1:53 SAM 9 September 1986 I. Tia 30:30 W/S 1. S. Kobayashi 10.58 SAM 2. S. Kobayashi 45-49 55-59 1:37 SAM 1. Penny Hall 44:48 AUS 2. L. Slade 9.45 SAM 3. L. Slade 1:28 SAM B. Money 33:31 AUS 4044 2. Sue Dumble 54:47 NZ M40 G. White 34:53 NZ 1. T. Sailele 7.40 SAM HURDLES (Men) 50-54 1. Peter McWilliams 1:45 AUS M. Taylor 40-09 W/S 65+ 1. 45-49 1. MaryTanielu 1:16:45 SAM 60-64 2. Palagi Faasau 1:17:16 SAM 1. K.V. Hopkins 8.16 AUS 50-54 1. L. Waitawa 24:62 SAM S. Opie 30-19 NZ 1. L. Mano 1:23 SAM 50-54 60-64 G. McKeown 30-48 AUS 1. Marjorie Colthup 50:45 AUS 200 METRES (Men) 55-59 1. T. Davidson 27:42 SAM 35-39 1. J.A. Blair 1:25 NZ , 65+ C. Green 38:13 NZ E. Nukutalau 24.19 FU 1. Stella Mumame 51:55 AUS 2. A.E. Graybum NZ 75+ F. Saifiti 27.24 SAM 1:11 HURDLES 100m (Women) 3000 METRES (Men) S. Nicholls 42:45 AUS B. Whitecross 27.30 AUS 400 HURDLES (Men) 30-34 40-44 1. I. Lewanavanua 1:06:36 FU 35-39 1. D. Ellison 17:45 AUS 1. Denis French 9:48 FU CROSS COUNTRY (Women) I. Lewavanua 26.39 FU 2. J. Ashcraft 1:09:28 SAM 2. Malo Mlaita 10:21 SAM 35-39 O. Chan Tong 27.96 SAM 3. K.V. Hopkins 1:29:14 AUS 3. IeseTia 11:02 SAM K. French 36:29 FU E. Tuimalo 29.13 SAM 4. Yoichi Kawasaki 11:30 SAM 40-44 J. Wasko 29.62 SAM 3000 METRE STEEPLECHASE (Men) HURDLES 80m (Women) 40-44 P. Woodham 33:49 NZ Takiapelu 33.20 SAM 35-39 45-49 1. J. Lloyd 10:31 AUS D. Siepman 35:09 AUS 45-49 1. D. French 10:57:68 FU 1. G. Seymon 16:65 AUS 2. Alan Minson 10:35 SAM L. Enari 47:02 W/S T. Davidson 30.28 SAM 45-49 3. John Finlay 10:59 KIR 45-49 O. Memea 30.88 SAM 1. J. Seymon 11:29:52 AUS 4. P.A. Woodham 11:20 NZ J. M oney 32:43 AUS H. Jessep 31.41 SAM J. Ripley 32.00 SAM 1500 METRES (Men) 45-49 J. Chew 36:04 AUS DISCUS (Men) 35-39 S. Watts 39:11 NZ A. Sitiki 32.78 SAM 55-59 1. P. Watts 10:19 NZ 1. Malo 4:53:00 SAM C. Ashkettle 43:59 NZ L. Scanlan 34.16 SAM 1. A.F. Graybum 31:60 NZ 2. A. Compain 11:09 FU 40-44 3. J. Hailey 13:09 SAM 55-59 A. Altupe 34.22 SAM 2. J.A. Blair 27:55 NZ 1. J. Jones 4:59:00 NZ S. Brasher 34:08 AUS 55-59 60-64 50-54 2. P.A. Woodham 5:19:00 NZ F. McCracken 47:09 NZ F. Riceman 27.92 NZ 1. J. King 31:62 NZ 1. C.F. Reece 10:39 NZ 45-49 2. C. Silcock 11:32 AUS G.F. White 30.94 NZ 2. Fesuia’i 26:00 SAM LONG JUMP (Women) 60-64 3. Mataafa 25:50 SAM 1. L. Mitchelson 4:48:49 AUS 55-59 2. P. Watts 4:54:05 NZ 40-44 T.P. Hishon 27.98 AUS L. Tanielu 29:65 SAM 1. Ben Money 11:05:02 AUS 3. R. Gopal 5:01:00 FU A. Ripley 3.95 SAM F. Hamlin 33.59 NZ 2. Mel Taylor 13:33:50 SAM 4. H. Jessep 5:20:00 SAM J. Lote Vitale 16:59:22 5AM 45-49 S. Luamanuvae 52.05 SAM 2000 STEEPLECHASE (Men) G. Seymon 3.70 AUS 65+ 50-54 50-54 60-64 1. O.E. Millridge 4:58:00 AUS AUS S. Dumble 2.58 NZ K.V. Hopkins 32.88 AUS 1. O. Millridge 7:37:77 AUS 1. Gordon McKeown 10:25:50 2. C.F. Reece 5:26:00 NZ 2. S.G. Opie 10:26:48 NZ 55-59 2. C. Silcock 9:01:56 AUS 3. M. Hoare 5:37:00 AUS C. Blair 3.37 NZ 200 METRES (Women) 65+ 65+ 4. C. Silcock 5:42:00 AUS 35-39 1. K.V. Hopkins 9:52:55 AUS 1. Clem Green (65) 13:32:97 NZ 55-59 2. John Brown (75) 14^17:42 AUS HAMMER (Men) E. Benaventi 47.41 SAM 2. C. Green 10:08:87 NZ 1. G.F. White 5:07:00 NZ 3. Stan Nicholl (70) 14:46:21 AUS 40-44 2. B. Money 5:46:00 AUS B. Whitecross 35.20 AUS M. Leung Wai 36.68 SAM POLE VAULT 3000 METRES (Women) A. Matio 25.01 SAM 45-49 35-39 60-64 1. 35-39 J. Ashcraft 22.00 SAM G. Seymon 31.53 AUS 1. L. Slade 2:10 SAM G. McKeown 5:04:02 AUS 2. S.G. Opie 5:06:00 NZ 13:04 J. WoUerman 21.31 SAM J. Money 31.92 AUS 40-44 1. Cathie French FU 65+ 40-44 A. Peters 20.04 SAM G. Watts 32.67 NZ 1. P. McWilliams 1:9 AUS 1. C. Green (65) 6:35:00 NZ 1. Theresa Woodham 11:54:54 NZ 40-44 C. Ashkettle 36.68 NZ 2. J. Brown (75) 7:09:00 AUS 2. Dorothy Siepman 12:07:45 AUS P. McWilliams 20.65 AUS 50-54 1500 WALK (Women) 45-49 T. Heems 20.15 SAM T. Leb 35.08 AUS 40-44 1. Jan Money 11:50 AUS T. Sailele 16.95 SAM J. White 51.93 NZ 1. T. Annandale 10:50:78 SAM 2. M. Leung Wai 11:08:59 SAM 2. Jan Chew 12:59 AUS 45-49 800 METRES (Women) 1500 METRE (Women) 55-59 L. Waitawa 27.15 FU 40-44 45-49 40-44 T. Sigila 22.01 SAM 1. P. Hall 7:55:69 AUS 1. Shirley Brasher 12:14 AUS 1. T. Woodham 2:56:43 NZ 1. T. Woodham 5:54:70 NZ 50-54 2. S. Dumble 10:31:43 NZ 2. Fay McCracken 12:34 AUS 45-49 2. D. Siepman 6:01 AUS P. Chew 19.55 AUS 55-59 65+ 1. J. Chew 2:53:47 AUS 3. D. Ah Young 6:45 SAM A. Sititi 16.60 SAM 1. S. Brasher 8:41:09 AUS 1. Arly Nichols (70) 17:59 AUS 2. G. Watts 3:13:56 NZ 45-49 C.F. Reece 13.45 NZ 2. C. Grayburn 10:53:00 NZ 2. Sally Dalziel (65) 19:32:39 NZ 1. J. Chew 5:58 55-59 55-59 60-64 AUS 1. S. Brasher 3:04:02 AUS 2. G. Watts 6:52 NZ A. Graybum 18.10 NZ 1. M. Colthup 9:32:76 AUS DISCUS (Women) 2. F. McCracken 3:55:10 AUS 3. C. Ashkettle 7:02 NZ 30 65+ 65+ 55-59 1. Mataafa 16.80 SAM 65+ 1. Denise Palmer 26:25 AUS 1. S. Mumane (65) 10:10:76 AUS 1. S. Brasher 6:09 AUS 2. S. Suivai 16.40 SAM 1. A. Nicholls , 4:14:76 AUS 35 2. A. Nicholls (70) 10:54:42 AUS 2. F. McCracken 7:57 AUS JAVELIN (Women) 1. Chris Schultz (**: 47:86 AUS 800 METRES (Men) 65+ 2. Gillian Sailele 20:50 SAM 30-34 35-39 Results Tuesday, 9 September 1986 1. A. Nicholls 8:24 AUS 1. D. Palmer 28.31 AUS 40 1. M. Malaita 2:15:96 SAM 1. Mary Thomas 28:60 AUS 2. D. Ellison 25.37 AUS 10000 METRE ROAD (Men) 2. I. Tia 2:19:81 SAM 35-39 45 35-39 3. J. Ashcraft 2:29:75 SAM 100 METRE (Men) C. Schultz 38.30 AUS 1. D. French 36:08 FU 1. Glen Watts 22:90 NZ 1. 4. A. Su’a 2:41:37 SAM 35-39 2. Sue Dumble 20:00 NZ 40-44 40-44 2 . M. Malaita 38:18 W/S 1. E. Nukutabu 11:45 FU 1. M. Thomas 38.79 AUS 3. Y. Kawasaki 40:46 W/S 2. A. Su’a 12:73 50 1. J. Jones 2:22:48 NZ SAM 45-49 3. I. Tia 12:82 SAM 1. Johyce Schmidt 27:65 AUS 2. P. Woodham 2:39:62 NZ 40-44 16:50 SAM 1. G. Seymon 26.58 AUS 4. B. Whitecross 13:11 AUS 2. Maryi Tanielu 3. A. Toalepaialii 2:59:57 SAM 1. A. Minson 38:48 W/S 14:50 AUS 2. G. Watts 19.02 NZ 40-44 3. Tina Leb 4. L. L. I. Ale 4:00:62 SAM 2. P. Woodham 41:42 NZ 4. M. Reece 13:00 SAM 50-54 45-49 1. O. Chan Tong 13:19 SAM 13:00 AUS 1. J. Schmidt 20.27 AUS 2. E. Tuimalo 13:71 SAM 5. Chris Frylink 1. Peter Watts 2:26:71 NZ 45-49 55 2. P. Faasu 15.01 AUS 50-54 3. J. Wasko 14:23 SAM 1. J. Seymon 35:46 AUS 4. M. Mulitalo 15:02 SAM 1. Fay McCracken 20:50 AUS 55-59 1. O. Millridge 2:21:59 AUS 2. P. Watts 37:52 NZ 5. T. Sailele 16:96 SAM 2. C. Blair 20:00 NZ 1. C. Blair 21.52 NZ 2. G. F. Reece 2:35:21 NZ 2. A. Tomane 10.80 SAM 3. A. Compain 40:45 FU 45-49 65 3. C. Silcock 3:09:06 AUS 4. R. Gopal 48:21 FU 65+ 1. R. Gopal 13:53 FU 1. Sally Dalziel 12:60 NZ 55-59 5. D. Farnsworth 52:02 AUS 1. R. Frith 11.81 AUS 2. J. Ripley 14:00 SAM 70 1. F. Riceman 2:20:08 NZ 2. M. Stevens 7.90 AUS 3. O. Memea 14:00 SAM 1. Maisie Stevens 10:90 AUS 2. G. F. White 2:38:82 NZ 50-54 4. H. Jessep 14:95 SAM 75 3. L. Vitale 3:56:88 SAM 1. C. Reece 39:06 NZ SHOT PUT (Women) 5. L. Scanlon 16:70 SAM 1. Ruth Frith 18:00 AUS 60-64 2. C. Hines 42:30 NZ 6. Aitupa A. 20:27 SAM 30-34 1. G. McKeown 3. J. Silcock 44:39 AUS *** Oceania 2:28:48 AUS 50-54 D. Palmer 9.65 AUS 65+ 4. M. Hoare 44:51 AUS Australian National L. Williams 7.69 SAM P. Frylink 50:34 AUS 1. T. Davidson 14:28 SAM 1. J. Stevens (65) 2:52:18 5. 35-39 AUS 2. J. Paye 14:57 SAM Age Group Record 2. J. Brown (75) 3:31:69 AUS (Pending) 1. C. Schultz 14.12 AUS 55-59 3. A. Sititi 14:77 SAM 1. B. Money 45:20 AUS CROSS COUNTRY (Men) 2. Gilliam Sailele 7.90 SAM 3000 METRES TRACK WALK (Men) 55-59 40-44 40-44 35-39 2. M. Taylor 1:04:56 W/S 1. G.F. White 14:59 NZ 1. J. Lloyd 28:14 AUS 1. M. Thomas 11.15 AUS 1. T. Jensen 25:14:27 SAM 60-64 60-64 2. A. Minson 29:14 W/S 45-49 AA-AA 1. S. Opie 37:29 NZ 1. T.P. Hishon 13:54 AUS 1. G. Seymon 8.26 AUS 2. S. Luamanuvae 22:05 SAM 3. P. Woodham 29:55 NZ 1. A. Wulf 27:35:72 SAM 2. G. McKeown 42:17 AUS 4. J. Jones 30:45 NZ 2. G. Watts 7.52 NZ 3. S. Key 26:50 SAM 5. J. Findlay 31:31 KIRI 3. C. Ashkettle 7.00 NZ 55-59 65+ 6. J. Wasko 32:07 A/S 4. S. Dumble 6.46 NZ 1. C. Hainsworth 17:06:98 AUS 1. C. Green 50:57 NZ (Concluded on Page 16) RACEWALK REVIEW BY PETER WADDELL

Australian Courageous Lilian Federation Harper defies of Race- the odds When it comes to sheer courage and determin­ ation, pint sized Lilian Harper, 37, from Eden Hills, Walking Clubs S.A., six times National road walk and track cham­ pion, to date unbeaten in State Championships, Inter-State Titles since 1971, has certainly got what it takes. On three separate occasions in the National Track and Field serious illness and injury has threat­ Championships, in Sydney, she was ened to destroy her racewalking selected in a nominal Australian career, and despite the magnitude of team, the first female walker, ever to HAWKSBURY COLLEGE, RICHMOND — 30/8/86 the odds against her each time, receive such an honour, in her first fought her way back to fitness and year of competition. A.C.T. Open Track Champion Dave top competition. One of the many highlights of In her relentless, long, and Lilian’s career was recording a per­ Thomson won the interstate 10,000 metres often arduous task of regaining the sonal best for 10,000 metres on the veteran title, held in conjunction with the fitness necessary to compete again, track, of 50.18, in Sue Cooks world Australian Federation of Race Walkers Club Lilian has been totally supported by record attempt, at the Olympic Championships at Richmond on August her husband John and 18 year old Sports field in Adelaide in 1983. A daughter Julie. Their endless en­ performance which would have pos­ 30th. couragement has been the motivation sibly established her as one of the top behind her successful comeback. female walkers in the world at that Thomson, 40, recorded A.C.T., with Dave Joining the ranks of Veteran particular time. an excellent 45 mins. 20 Thomson, Robin Whyte Athletics after nearly sixteen years Lilian, no stranger to adversity, secs, in strong windy of successful open competition, suffered the first of her major set­ and Bob Chapman, won backs when she underwent surgery conditions to defeat NSW the teams’ title from NSW Lilian is set to re-write the record Open Track Champion books in this further extension of her for a serious kidney malfunction in No. 1 team (John Smith, 1974. Yet less -than twelve months John Smith, 48, by 10 Keilh Law and Bob walking career. seconds. They were within Discovered, and subsequently later established another record in Pearce) and NSW No. 2 coached, by evergreen V.A. cham­ Melbourne, a 20 mile event, in 3 hrs. 3 seconds of each other all team (Jeff O’Neill, Phil 15 mins.. the way till the final 400 Donelan and Dave Gillett). pion, Jack Webber, since moving to metres, when Thomson Adelaide in 1970, it seems she was More recently, while out train­ Joan Hooper gave destined to become a walker from an ing, she was hit by a car and sus­ took the lead for the last tained injuries to her right knee, Dre- time. A.C.T. a double, winning early age. Back home in her native Ireland, vftniijog heir from further racing fer.l Both Thomson and tie women’s 5,000 metres even as a young child, distance months. Smith hold their respective to retain her title. Joan meant little to her, as often she As if to add insult to injury, Open State Track 5,000 recorded 27 mins. 47 secs, would walk up to 45 miles in a day. shortly after resuming walking, she metres titles. to defeat NSW Vet. In fact, on one rather ‘memorable’ suddenly experienced severe dizzi­ Robin A^hyte (ACT) Champion Dawn Keys occasion, after a passing motorist ness, and remembers staggering recorded his best time for 3 (29m 19s). had reported having seen a little girl from the footpath, only to find her­ years (48m 32s) for 3rd carrying a bag, early in the morning self waking up in hospital, with a place to defeat his old rival Michelle Boyle (NSW) and the same girl, 45 miles away, brain haemorrhage, resulting in fur­ Harry Summers (Vic.) had to fight hard to defeat later in the day, the local police felt it ther surgery. 49m 28s. Keith Law’s 49m Qld. Vet. Champion, 49 was necessary to hold her in custody, Once again faced with the 59s gained him 5th place year old Beryl Doocey by 6 until it was established that she was daunting prospect of a long hard from John Mison, NSW, seconds. Michelle record­ not running away from home! She grind to regain her fitness, the 50m 35s. Bob Pearce ed 31 m 26s and Beryl 31m was then released to spend the night grit and determination of this ama­ (runner-up to Keith Law in 31s (it was Beryl’s first in the village, and promptly walked zing little lady defied all the odds, by the NSW Track Vet. interstate and judging by back home the following day! winning the 5 km and 10 kms Na­ Titles) 51 m 23s, finished in her improvement recently Jack Webber, watching the tional titles in Adelaide, last Easter. 7th place ahead of ACT’s we will hear a lot more rather diminuitive but ungainly Although she maintains her Rob Chapman 51m 56s. about her). Lilian, clean up the opposition in a times are not to her satisfaction yet, Les Bird (N.S.W.) 52m local handicap race, starting from she has subsequently added fur­ 21 s was also a P. B. World- A.C.T.’s Edna Dundas scratch, could not help being im­ ther State titles to her already endless 65yr. Champ. Vic. finished 28 seconds behind pressed by her strength and obvious list of achievements. A multi Na­ Townsend was 11th in 58m for 5th. AnotherP.B., 31m potential. Their association over tional and State, Road and Track 59s Gloria Pearce (34.56) Champion over all distances, too 20s. Former ‘Wests’ many years has certainly proved a numerous to mention, Lilian has sprinter Dave Gillett 62m beat Astrid O’Neill by 15 successful combination, with Lilian secs, for 6th place. times of 14.22 (3000), 24.13 (5000), 24s was just ahead of Jeff realising all of Jack’s expectations of 50.18(10000), 103.38 (20k), 2 hrs. O’Neill, 62m 32s, follow­ her. 47.13 (30 k) in S.A. 1981 and 3 hrs. ed by new vet., Phil Don- N.S.W. with Dawn The ability to compete over dis­ Keys, Michelle Boyle and 09.00 (20 miles) in S.A. 1975. elan, NSW, 64m 9s, from tances from 1500 metres to 50 kms, A truly remarkable athlete only Ted Reynolds, ACT, 65m Gloria Pearce, won the with often little or no specific train­ teams title. just embarking on a whole new di­ 13s. ing for some distances, and frequently mension to her already illustrious only male opposition, illustrates not career in racewalking, Lilian, who only her sheer versatility , but her has a constitution that even the great abundance of natural ability. Her Dean Lukin would no doubt be en­ INTER-STATE time of 5 hrs. 27 mins. 11 secs, for vious of — with her quiet, modest the gruelling 50 km event, at a time and impeccable sportsmanship — is Murray Marker, SA when women in Australia did not without doubt a wonderful example RESULTS consider walking such distances, to us all and a true champion of the 48 year old Murray Marker, South Aus­ was indeed outstanding. Competing Queensland W /C 10k. THIe: P. Coulson (49 yr.) 57m Veteran movement. 42s, B. Kirby (51) 59m 37s, P. Thompson 60.15, D. tralia’s new race-walking star, is another Jones (38) 66.14, Joan Acraman (36) 62.28. runner who started walking because of N.S.W. 10k: K. Laws 53.51 F.T., John Mison 53.53, injuries. Vic Townsend 59.38, Ron Whitham 60.14, Barry Jones 60.42. Women’s 3k. Hep.: 1. Astrid O’Neill 20.52, D. Keys 17.20 F.T., M. Boyle 19.2, Y. Titles last year, also Can­ In 1980 Murray, who He has made a dramatic berra in June and again in Melene 21.10. Men’s 3k: Carl Garsuch 19.26, Jeff was then 42, overweight, improvement since his O’Neill 17.44 F.T., Phil Donelan 18.3, P. DAWN KEYS, NSW Hawke sbury, Richmond, unfit and always tired, serious walking in 1984. on August 30th. McWilliams 19.54. decided to take up jogging. He considers his best A.C.T., 24 August, 8k: Dave Thomson 36m 16s, R. He ran in a few fun-runs, achievement was in the Dawn, a member of the Whyte 40m 36s, P. Waddell 42m 46s, Ted Reynolds ‘got hooked’ on it and join­ recent National Veteran During the track season of 1984/85 Nepean Athletic Club, 41m 26s, Edna Dundas 54m 47s. ed the Veterans’ Club in titles in Adelaide, when he Dawn Keys spent two nights each week participates in most events finished 3rd overall and Victoria, 23 August, 10k: 1. Clarrie Jack 48.34, H. 1981. driving her daughter to Deanna Rahill’s during the track season, to Summers 49.55, Graham Russell 50.58, G. Paton 2nd in his age group in the get fitter, and finished 2nd 54.09, Bob Gardiner 53.39, John Fitts 56.24, G. He said: “ A painful 20 kilometres, recording training session. Watching her and other to Joan Hooper in the inter­ Barrow 56.50, Ray Thomas 57.07, Fred Harrison knee injury 7 weeks before 105m 54s, which was a athletes including train and race, she her­ state 5k. on August 30th in 57.33, T. Daintry 57.58, Penny Hall 58.06 P.B., the ‘Festival City Mar­ P.B. by 6 minutes. Six self decided to ‘give it a go’. 29m 19s. Jack Kilfoyle 59.49, C. McKay 59.52, Bruce athon’ prevented me from weeks later in the S.A. Conboy 62.18, Vic Hariey 62.32, Jim Short 62m 32. running — but I found I Open Titles he reduced this Like most vet. athletes, August 30, 10k.: George Paton 53.30, Geoff could race-walk without time to 104m 50s. After winning a bronze in this year’s Canberra Dawn is looking forward to Barrow 55.54, John Fitts 56.01, R. Thomas 56.27, difficulty. My last 5 weeks He is quietly confident in the ‘Canberra Interstate inter-state 5k. title, behind her next birthday, turning B. C onboy 61.36, Tom Daintry 58.48, M. Stanway training was mainly race- that he will break his 24m 5k.’ for Vets, in 1985, she Joan Hooper. She was a 50 in October 1987, a 59.38. Open 4k.: Ptenny Hall 21.48, P.B. by 34 walking and I finished the 51s, 5k. time, and his 50m won the NSW Vets. 5k. member of the ‘NSW Vet. month before she competes secs.; Ralph Field and Jim Short 25.50. marathon in 2 hrs. 58 19s, for 10k. during the track and 10k. road in the team’ to win gold in the in the Wodd Veteran Titles mins. ’ ’ coming track season. 1985/86 titles; also a silver Brisbane Walkers VS in Melbourne. ULTRA DISTANCE NEWS BY DOT BROWNE Veterans triumph in 50 mile Chase Carnival

BALLARAT — AUGUST 24TH, 1986. Veteran athletes performed superbly to plan. Keith Alexander an­ nounced withdrawal at dominate the Central Highlands Athletic twenty three miles. Special Endurance fifty mile race, held at Michael Walsh could not 1986 Coburg Ballarat on Sunday, 24th August. continue beyond thirty- three, even though still holding a large lead at that Ray Ramelli, 40, who From the start, thirty point. competes at the Colling- five year old Michael At the thirty-five mile wood venue, won a thril­ Walsh from Ballarat, who mark, the event as a race 100 km Track ling race by the narrow­ was placed well in this took on a whole new di­ est of margins, in 5 hours event last year, (won by mention as Ray Ramelli 50.07 from Ballarat Laurie Brimacombe, who caused the leading group Veteran Barry Brooks, incidently set an Austral­ to disintegrate by with Max Carson, 37, ian record for the fifty mile applying the pressure and third. distance), showed that he opening up a lead. Only Championship viewed this event as a race, fellow veteran runner Fourth place went to the and not just a matter of Barry Brooks was in pos­ ever consistent Alastair completing the distance. session of the resources McManus. The evergreen His devastating pace of necessary to respond to the Dawn broke on the morning of Sunday, Cliff Young, now sixty six minutes per mile, soon challenge. 14th September, cold, and with threatening Now began a two man four, from Colac, finished distanced him from the clouds hovering menacingly above the in eighth position. rest of the field. contest which made this event totally absorbing for Harold Stevens Athletic track, in Coburg. Trailing behind him was spectators over the next Leo Jones, recent run- fifteen miles. The depth of The sombre grey walls Australian record for this ner-up in the VMC 50 mile a group of runners who were lapping at a steady this two-man battle for the of the nearby Pentridge distance, an improvement at Princes Park, and pre­ lead was underlined by the Prison did little to inspire of 44.38 seconds on her sident of the Victorian seven minute mile pace. These included Barry remainder of the field who even the most ardent sup­ previous time last year. Veterans, took tenth place each continued after their porter of Ultra distance Injuries forced the with­ in the field of thirty three. Brooks, Ray Ramelli, Max Carson and Alastair individual goals. running. drawal of several runners, McManus, all of whom on Between thirty-five and The occasion, the including Kon Butko (164 Sixty two year old past performances, were forty-seven miles, the annual staging of the Co­ laps), Tony Rafferty (125 George Perdon ran the dis­ capable of challenging the two veterans pursued each burg 100 km Track laps), Wai McCrorie (142 tance comfortably to finish leader at some stage in the other relentlessly. The Championship, presenting laps), and Reg Williams nineteenth and popular race. lead changed several times 21 hardy souls the daunting (104 laps). Stan Miskin, 61 continues with gaps of up to sixty prospect of completing 250 Other notable perform­ to amaze by completing yards being lost and re­ laps of the 400 metre cir­ ances from the veteran his seventeenth ultra­ With Keith Alexander, covered. The struggle for cuit. contingent were: Klaus marathon. another veteran from the supremacy was awe in­ The 7 am. start saw the Schnibbe, 9.41.09; Gerry Collingwood venue, still spiring as forty miles came field — including the leg- Riley, 10.02.36; Frank The typical good in contention and the usual and went; forty five and endaiy Tony Rafferty, and Biviano, 11.27.25 and humoured banter was as consistent Ron Hill also still the relentless pace the only female entrant, 44 Stan McCartney (S.A.) usual evident, as the large looking strong in the early never slackened, as the year old Cynthia Cameron 11.51.24. stages, it was still anyones two rivals, searched mind with her sights firmly set Congratulations to the field prepared to get under race at the twenty mile way from the edge of lake and body for the inner Above: Cynthia Cameron, 44, (Vic.), establshed yet on breaking her own Nat­ ever efficient organisation Wendouree. Conditions at mark. reserves to keep going. another National Ultra Distance Record for 100k., in 9 ional 100 km record, estab­ of the Coburg ground Man­ After looking the winner agement Committee, head­ the start, to say the least Cliff Young, in his hrs. 15 mine. 26 secs., at the Harold Stevens Athletic lished on this same track, were dismal; a grey sky, at many stages Bariy Track, Coburg, on 14 September. last year — get off to a ed by Race director, Trev­ persistent rain and very familiar wet weather pants Brooks was forced to lufi and Leo Jones, one of a rousing start from the small or Pettigrove and his team cold. The rain was to con­ temporarily at the forty army of handlers, support­ of hard working officials, tinue for most of the race. number of runners who seven mile mark. Ray wore beanies and gloves, ers and officials. Kevin and Pauline Nip- Ramelli who had clung on After the usual spate of paid, Harold Stevens and were laying the foundation tenaciously during some of fine performances. over ambitious leaders, many others who once tough periods, suddenly who invariably fall by the again made this now per­ The total organisation found himself in the lead wayside soon after their en­ manent fixture on the Ultra once again and this time he Distance calendar a com­ was excellent and included was going to keep it, thusiasm has eroded their a clearly visible electronic The leader, Michael intestinal fortitude! Pre plete success. clock, a well-maintained Walsh, very quickly put a sprinting to the line for a 1986 Hi-Tec race favourite 30 year old magnificent win in five order-board, non-stop pro­ serious question to his Bruce Cook, from A.C.T., hours, fifty minutes and Finishing order — fessional commentary on main opposition by lap­ seven seconds. took control of the proceed­ an extremely audible ping them, along with the . Barry Brooks, less than ings leaving the rest of the 1. Bruce Cook 7.32.41 public address system and rest of the field, on the one two minutes away, was a field in his wake. He went 2. Ron Hill* 8.58.05 large army-style tents for mile circuit. He moved gallant second. Both on to win comfortably in 7 3. Terry Cox* 9.08.10 runners and their handlers. away from the main group veterans broke the six hour hours 32 minutes 41 sec­ 4. Bill Beauchamp* 9.15.17 Also a computerised re­ looking determined and barrier, a feat equalled by 24 hr onds. 5. Cynthia Cameron* 9.15.26 cording system of results aggressive. few ultra distance runners. Veterans once again 6. Klaus Schnibbe* 9.41.09 and a continuous video Congratulations must figured prominently in the 7. Kevin Cassidy 9.44.06 filming of the race from go to all the twenty-five event, filling six out of the 8. Barry Allen 9.55.29 the viewpoint of the start­ competitors who braved first ten placings. Ron Hill, 9. Gerry Riley* 10.02.36 ing line. All this adds up to Keith Alexander had the conditions and com­ 46, continued his recent 10. Keith Fisher 10.03.53 a considerable logistical now also passed several of pleted the course. The race good form by just beating 11. Keith Crowle* 10.15.59 exercise for the organi­ the front runners to move atmosphere was one of his friend and training part­ 12. Frank Biviano* 11.27.25 sers. They deserve to be Track Race into second place. The mutual support and res­ ner, Terry Cox, 50, for 13. Peter Gray 11.40.31 commended! group of Ramelli, Brooks, pect, as is fitting for any­ second spot in 8 hours, 58 14. Stan McCartney* 11.51.24 Carson and McManus one who undertakes en­ minutes, 05 seconds. Con­ continued to work toge­ durance running. Also sistent Bill Beauchamp, *Denotes Veteran. ther, patiently waiting for plenty of humour and a runner-up in this race last Other starters who did not things to happen, and they groundswell of feeling year, was fourth in 9.15.17, finish: A. Rafferty, W. Mc­ didn’t have to wait long; as among competitors and just holding off Cynthia Crorie, M. Hoffmann, K. But­ a series of events soon spectators alike. in W.A. Cameron, whose time of ko, R. Moore, G. Damm and after, justified their stra­ Once again the perfor­ 9.15.26 set yet another R. Williams. tegy. mance of the large veteran ARE YOU IN contingent illustrates the The Centurion Runners’ Club will conduct great depth of talent in the their annual 24 hr Track Race at the McGillivray TRAINING? older age groups, as vet­ Oval, Brockway Rd., Perth, on the 18th-19th The distance of fifty erans continue to dominate October, 1986, at midday. miles makes no conces­ the ultra distance scene in Victorian sion to the runner who has Australia. not thought out his race — By Tony Doyle The top class field The race on a l km grass Veterans Veterans’ overall placings: expected this year includes track, is sponsored by the Hi-Tec Shoe Company, Joe Record and Ross Place Name Age Time and will be known as the Parker, who both completed 24 Hour 1 Ray Ramelli 40 5-50-07 “ Hi-Tec Running Shoe the 1985 and 1986 West­ 46 5-51-16 field Sydney to Melbourne 2 Barry Brooks 24 Hr” . Max Carson 37 6-01-37 Ultra; Alistair McManus, 3 Entry forms can be 4 Alastair McManus 35 6-23-07 1986 winner of the 50 mile obtained from ‘Tracks’, Track Run 6 Ernie Cattle 36 6-32-46 Australian Track Champ­ | At the Box Hill Athletic Track 7 Brian Smith 42 6-33-22 Murray St., and ‘Runners ionships; George Audley, World’, Subiaco, W.A., 8 Cliff Young 64 6-33-46 who recently broke the | SATURDAY, 28 FEBRUARY, 1987 FOR THE 9 Bill Beauchamp 40 6-40-25 or c/- Tony Tripp, presid­ W.A. 100 km State Record, 10 Leo Jones 45 6-42-16 ent, CRC, Flat 100 Lake- and Alan Croxford, last I 12 Noon Start— Report 11.00 a.m. VH WORLD 11 Ron Hill 46 6-56-13 view, Davies Rd., Clare­ year’s winner of the event. J 16 Klaus Schnibbe 43 7-12-12 mont, 6010, W.A. Entries and further details from Dot Browne VETERANS’GAMES 17 Greg Wishart 48 7-12-37 J (Race Director), 4 Victory Street, Mitcham, 3132 19 George Perdon 62 7-24-26 a Close date 7th February, 1967 20 Frank Biviano 42 7-25-19 I Entry fee $15, payable to WAC Inc. 22 Andy Docherty 55 7-50-54 24 Stan Miskin 61 8-09-53 + Dear Mike, I would like to congratulate you and wish you all the best for the future. It’s is a marvellous effort Need and I eagerly look forward to receiving each issue. Best wishes, Don Farquharson. Back Gives you the chance to have your say President W.A.V.A. Dear Mike, Issues? Dear Mike, Dear Mike Hall, I wonder how many of our members know I’ve just seen your 4th issue of The Veteran the words of our National Anthem? Back issues of “The Until recently I was only familiar with the I have just received information from Mr Jeff Athlete, as varied and interesting as ever. We are Veteran Athlete” are hoping here in Britain to come out with a similar first line, but have now corrected this by putting Lambert, Race Director of the Budget Australian the typed words under a sticker on the fridge and available for $2 each, plus Marathon Championship in Sydney, that cloth paper ourselves. You can interpret this as flattery! If we do, no doubt, the two publications can ex­ therefore come across the anthem each time I open 50# postage and handling if badges will be available at the end of october for the fridge door. those who finished this event. change information in the usual way. In any case mailing required. we would be happy to offer you anything you wish When out on a training run, I recite the words from our columns. over and over and now know them off by heart. SEND TO: Runners interested in purchasing a badge For those who are not sure...... should write, at the end of October, to Race Di­ Meanwhile I enclose a copy for review of my The Veteran Athlete, rector, P.O. Box 700, Strawberry Hills N.S.W., Corgi — ‘The Running Guide to Keeping Fit’ — Mclnnes Road, 2013. Running after 35, published here this year and Advance Australia Fair now I believe on sale in Australia and New Zea­ Australians all let us rejoice Tynong North, 3813. land. For we are young and free, Victoria Yours Sincerely, Sylvester Stein, We’ve golden soil and wealth for toil Vem Gerlacn. Chairman, Our home is girt by sea, British Veterans Athletic Federation. Our land abounds in nature’s gifts Of beauty rich and rare, In history’s page let ev’ry stage advance Australia fair In joyful strains then let us sing Advance Australia Fair. Judy Wines, Clayton North. ARE YOU IN TRAINING? Editorial Note

With the festive season fast approaching us all again and the usual annual dilemma of what to get each other for Christmas. Why not a 12 months subscription to the “ Veteran Athlete” for a friend, relative or a training partner? Or perhaps you have made good friends with a veteran athlete overseas FOR THE at World Championships? What a nice gesture to buy them a subscription, and perhaps encourage them to come to Melbourne for the World Games VH WORLD next year. Just a thought. VETERANS’GAMES — Thanks Ed. Above: Wal Stubbings (Q), left, looks pleased with the results of the recent QVAC recruiting campaign, held at the QEII Stadium in Brisbane, on Sunday, 24th August. (See “An Exercise in Growth”, Page 13). air new zeaiano The Pacific’s Number One AIR NEW ZEALAND PROVIDES THE BEST LINE IN HOLIDAY BARGAINS

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FOR DETAILS OF THESE AND OTHER VALUE FOR MONEY HOLIDAYS CALL YOUR NEAREST AIR NEW ZEALAND OFFICE NOW / \ Dear Reader, University teams, Australian Winter Olympics team as well as for the relatives of As the official Travel Agent for the Victorian Veterans, we are delighted to be the Australian teams to various Olympic and Commonwealth Games as well as associated with this new publication and we wish it every success. World Swimming Championships. Through this page, we shall bring you regular travel news especially as it applies Moreover, we have acted as the Travel Consultant to the Australian Olympic to major sporting events around the world. Federation since 1974. We have extensive experience in this field dating back to 1971 when we organ­ International Sporting Tours is a division of Muskens Bourke Travel Pty. Ltd. ised a tour to the Munich Olympics. and was created specifically to handle our many sporting group activities. I Since then, we have arranged highly successful tours to every subsequent Pam Muskens or myself will welcome all your enquiries in this area of our H Olympics, Commonwealth Games, World Track & Field Championships, World organisation. This also applies to individual travel overseas (outside of our group Veteran Games, Oceania Games as well as various other sporting events. tours), where we offer 5% discount off published fares to all registered members of Veteran Associations. We have taken care of {he travel arrangements for the Victorian Veterans to the Interstate readers are reminded that they can call us toll free on 008-338007. National Championships, the Australian Gymnastic team, various Australian We look forward to being of continued service to you in the future. Track & Field teams, Australian and Chinese Volleyball teams, Australian Jeff Jones. Israel to Host 1987 World Veterans Long Distance Running Championships 2nd World Track & Field Championships — Rome This is the time when runners are deciding where to run in 1987. In recent years, thousands of distance runners have planned their annual vacations around some 29th August — 6th September international running event. Marathons and other races offer runners of every calibre the thrill of being part of a major sporting event. There is great satisfaction in visiting new 1987 countries and seeing different cultures. This is undoubtedly the Track & Field Blue Ribbon event! For the veteran runner, Israel will be an attractive sidewalk cafes. There will be separate races for the 40+, With the Track & Field events at both the Moscow and and exciting venue for the 20th World Veterans Distance 50+ and 60+ age groups, and the number of female entries Los Angeles Olympics having been robbed of excellence due to the boycott actions, Rome will provide the venue Running Championships on March 15-17, 1987. should justify a separate women’s race. for a full Meet where all nations are certain to be represented. Despite any apprehensions, Israel is an extremely safe The 25K road race will be held on March 17 with a mass start for all participants. We are very pleased to announce that we have been appoint­ and fascinating place, and well worth visiting. ed as the official agent in Australia for the 1987 World World championship titles will be awarded for every It is a dynamic countiy which combines the splendors Championships, an appointment we also held for the five-year age group, with men starting at 40 and women at Championships when they were held in Helsinki. and traditions of ancient civilizations with the vitality of a 35. newly-born and developing nation. Competition will be keen, but in the veterans Rome has advised us to make our application for tickets as soon as possible as they expect the event to be a complete movement, participation and international friendship are Perhaps it is fitting, therefore, that the anniversary of sell out. the 20th World Veterans (IGAL) Championships will be primary. The 10K, for example, will have finishing times held in Israel in 1987. ranging from 29 minutes to 75 minutes. If you fit into this time span, you qualify to participate in the World Not only will the event celebrate the 20th year of the Championships. veterans movement, but it will be the first Veterans World The Championships are being held to coincide with Championship to be officially recognized by the IAAF, the national holiday of Purim, which is celebrated with a 24th Summer Olympics the world governing body for athletics. This should carnival atmosphere of music, dancing, fancy dress, increase participation by athletes from many more nations. parades and parties. Official tours and receptions are Seoul — 17th September — As world veterans track & field (WAVA) and long planned to enable competitors to get the most out of their 2nd October 1988 distance running (IGAL) programs move into one umbrella trip. organization (WAVA), this new expression of harmony As race director, I always wanted to give the ordinary Registrations for the 1988 Olympics will also open and goodwill will be demonstrated in Israel next March. runner the full VIP treatment. So often he’s just a number in June. Three Championship events are on the program. After in a mass marathon. Now I can welcome fellow runners to We shall need to have some indication of numbers the opening ceremony, there will be a series of 8K cross­ Israel and promise them a running experience they will by September as we intend to visit Korea at that time country races for the various veterans age groups, held on never forget. to contract for our accommodation for the Olympic a three-lap course in a kibbutz in Central Israel on March Entry forms are available from the Organizing period. 15. Committee, 20th World Veterans Championships, 6 On the 16th, the 10K road races will take place on the Shmuel HaNatziv St., Netanya 42281, Israel. We expect both accommodation as well as tickets to streets of Netanya, a Mediterranean seaside resort famed be in very short supply for the 1988 Olympics. (By Barry Shaw, 43, a 2:30 marathoner and a member for its diamond industry, oranges, sandy beaches and of the IAAF Veterans Committee.)

18.3.87 — International Veterans Day in Jerusalem with special tour. Awards ceremony for 20th WORLD 25Km race and Farewell Party in the evening. VETERANS 19.3.87 — Tel Aviv Marathon/Half Marathon. CHAMPIONSHIPS 20.3.87 Transfer and assistance to Ben Gurion airport for departure. * Accommodation prices, including above program (excluding race entry fees, Farewell ISRAEL 1987 sH,p s Party, and transport to Cross Countiy): 3 Star US$302. 4 Star US$325. 5 Star US$500. Prices based on half board (breakfast and evening dinner) per person sharing double room Single supplements available on request. WORLD VETERANS ROAD RACE & CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS 12.3.87 Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport. Meeting, assistance and transfer to hotel r aS S T - ? S T fees: 1 race ~ us$15 2 races ~ us$25 3 mces - us$35 Registration Hall open until 22.00 hours. Transport to Crosscountry & T-Shirts can be purchased at Registration Hall Tel Aviv Marathon Entry Fee: US$15. 13.3.87 — Netanya tour including Diamond Factory and Welcoming Ceremony. Registration World Championship Grand Tour of Israel and Egypt. Details and prices available Hall open from 9.00 until 22.00 hours. trom anartours Ltd., the official Tour operator, at the address given below. 14.3.87 — Tour of Nazareth, Galilee and Tiberias. Evening general assembly. Music and Closing date for Registration — 31st January 1987. dancing in the streets of Netanya. 20th VETERANS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, ISRAEL 15.3.87 — Morning street entertainment and carnival parade. Opening ceremony and CROSS COUNTRY 15th MARCH, 1987 10 KM 16th MARCH, 1987 25 KM 17th MARCH, 1987 Cross Country World Championships at Kibbutz Givat Haim. Awards ceremony. Evening musical entertainment for all in Netanya. % 16.3.87 — Morning outdoor entertainment for all. 10Km Road Race World Champion­ 6 Shmuel Hanatziv Street, ships in the afternoon. Awards ceremony and entertainment in the evening. I | NETANYA 42281, ISRAEL 17.3.87 25Km Road Race World Championships. Evening entertainment. TEL: 053-31343. TLX: 341929

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WEIGHT PENTATHLON d a t e ..3.4V<*y§T.1986. ACTUAL W1 . wrjjLunx , "A . ruinxo, 1 3 *68. m 4kg 5 .26in . 4kg 13.32m 1 kg 1 1 .22m 600 4m 23cm 251b George SIMPSON M 79 339 335 264 303' 262 1503 43.12m 4kg 10.39m 4kg 30.04m 1 kg 18 .92m 600 12.42m 251b John FRASER M 71 895 701 654 451 930 3631 40.10m 5kg 8.75m 5kg 37.34m 1 kg 17.94m 600 12.93m 251b Roy FOLEY M 69 907 607 789 387 920 3610 35.50m 5kg 8.08m 5kg 28.66m 1 kg 20.06m 600 9.85m 251b Dennis BLANDY M 61 697 424 456 330 523 2430 34.20m 6kg 10.40m 6kg 35.44m 1.5 30.40m 800 8.17m 351b Ilmar MANCS M 56 683 622 665 553 518 3041, 8.63m 3kg 36.54m 1 kg 1 5 .06m 600 Isabelle DENEEFE F .52 536 835 341 1712

HAMMERFEST DATE 1Q.4Yffi*5t.l9$6.. ACTUAL ( HEAVY WEIGHTS incl)es) .SEX ,AGE 3 kg _5JSS_ 7 .26kg ,161b .201b 251b 351b . POINTS ______44m 70cm ; 46 33m 22 28m 28 12m 36 John ERASER 71 923 896 878 925 4316 43m 66cm 39m 78 35®.24 30m 04 12m 53 Ror FOLEY 69 870 901 900 884 892 4447 T*5m~W~ 40m 16 34m 08 29m 44 8m 28 Ilmar MANCS 693 716 680 667 529 3285 35m 90 29m 90 25m 66 23m 08 6m 75 Geoff WILKINSON 32 536 499 474 482 326 2317 48m 52 41m 82 38m 92 38m 48 10m 27 635 608 622 685 497 3047 Aivers PAVULINS 41m 28 36m 04 3 Ora 00 28m 00 12m 10 62 72 6 720 677 714 705 3542 4om 50 35m 60 30m 54 28m 14 10m 10 Dennis BLANDY 701 699 674 704 558 3336

DISCORAMA DATE .12 .August .1986. ACTUAL NAME .SEX ,AGE . 1 kg . 1.25 k* 1.50 kg 1.75 kK 2 kg POINTS 29m 22cm 27m 30cm 24m 8bcm 23m 44cm 20m 70cm Dennis BLANDY M 61 469 485 477 502 473 2406 30m 30cm 27m 02cm 24m 78cm 23m 50cm 21m 32cm John FRASER M 71 660 652 654 697 684 3347 36m 98cm 33m 22cm 3 1m 96cm 28m 76cm 25m 54cm Roy FOLEY M 69 781 775 816 814 784 3970

HEAVY THROWS 17 August 1986 John MacHugh (N.S.W.) takes the bronze medal in the M60 Discus at the 1986 National Titles in Adelaide. John also won silver In the shot put with a throw of 10.80. lbs lbs lbs 25 35 56 — Photo Peter Griffin. 10m 48cm 7m 45cm 3m 30cm Dennis BLANDY M 61 570 531 283 1384 1 1 m 75cm 8m 64cm 5m 62cm John FRASER M 71 877 866 908 2651

12m 72cm 9m 5 1cm 6m 03cm Roy FOLEY M 6? 904 907 920 2731 New 24y August 1986 S H 0 T 0 ]3 A M A ACTUJXL National NAME .SEX ,AGE , 3 kg • 4 kg . 5 k« 6 kg . 7.26 kg 8 kg 10 kg POINTS m 46cm m 53cm 4m 18cm 4m 00cm 3m 76cm 5 5 1417 Corrie DeGROOT W 58 273 352 238 271 283 mark for 5m 79cm 5m 60cm 4m 93cm 4m 37cm 4m 12 cm 0654 Moira RYDE W 43 109 147 132 118 148 12m 38cm 10m 82cm 10m 46cm 8m 98cm 7m 40cm 3022 John Ilmar MANCS M 56 604 578 626 592 622 16m 33cm 13m 95cm 12m 5 1cm 1 1 m 45cm 9m 16cm PnH GTTY M 41 672 624 6 11 628 631 3166 m cm Fraser 10m 53cm 9m 34cm 8m 76em 7m 82cm 7 38 3628 John FRASER M 71 713 698 725 723 769 10m 64cm 9m 70cm 8m 69cm 7m 81 cm ym 35cm Veteran Athletics’ 3469 Roy FOLEY M 69 685 693 682 684 725 “Goliath” of the field HEAVY THRO’If S events, John Fraser, from Melbourne, Vic­ 25 lbs 35 lbs 56 lbs toria (right) recently 14m 46cm 1 1 m 44cm 6m 786m broke his own National Rod GUY M 41 547 580 528 1655 record for the 4kg. 10m 95cm 7m 33cm 4m 3 1 cm Hammer (M70). Tlmnr MANCS M 56 525 437 387 1349 12m 53cm 8m 89cm 5m 60cm M 938 893 901 2732 John FRASER 71 At the Caulfield venue 12m 88cm 9m 44cm 5m 66cm Rny FOLEY M 69 915 900 860 2675 on the 31 August a mighty throw by the genial Scot measured 45.20 metres, bettering his previous Publisher elected President mark by 2.94 metres.

of Oceania Veterans Assn John, like so many Publisher of the 100 veteran athletes from Australia, New Zealand, veteran athletes, seems to Samoa Times, Fata improve with age, and is Faalogo, has been Fiji, Kiribatis and Ameri­ elected President of can Samoa. Western the current World Champ­ the Oceania Associa­ Samoa fielded a 61-mem­ ion 5 kg. Hammer Throw tion of Veteran Athletes ber team. (M70), winning the gold at this week’s meeting There were track events medal in Rome last year of the association. road races, discus and with a throw of 41.72. shotput, javelin and ham­ Fata said his election mer throwing, relays, high was made with the under­ jump and polevault. A decision by the standing that the associa­ Certificates were award­ tion would be registered ed to all participating ath­ W.A.V.A. at its National here and that the Western letes last evening and Congress in Rome, in June Samoan laws would be those who performed ex­ 1985, to reduce the weight used in any dispute in­ ceedingly ... well were for M70+ Hammer volving it. awarded commemorative Throw, augers well for The other officers are: T-shirts. John’s chances in next Frank Hamlin of New Zea­ OAVA is hoping to year’s VII World Games land as Vice President and field a team for the 7th against his arch opponent, Clem Green also of New World Veterans Games to Zealand as Secretary- be held in Melbourne, and World record holder, Treasurer. Australia, next year. O. Reppon from Norway. Clem Green (NZ) Oceania delegate to WAVA and newly OAVA held its inaugur­ It is planning to hold its elected Secretary/Treasurer of OAVA. al games here from 5-9 next games in Noumea in September, attracting over 1988. NEWS FROM THE SUNSHINE STATE

BY STAN PERKINS (------| Coming Events AN EXERCISE IN GROWTH ! October 11 Dalby Harvest Festival Fun Run (BY COL LANG) | 3km., 5 p.m., Cunningham Street I October 12 Double M Fun Run Following a suggestion at an informal meeting in As our visitors circulat­ efforts. A side benefit was Montville to Mapleton, 8.6km., 9am Brisbane by the National Secretary Peg Smith that ed during the afternoon, all that some of our members October 12QMRRC, 5 & 15km., 6 a.m. appeared extremely inter­ stated they had learnt more October 12Great Turkey Chase, 14km. growth in Veterans’ Athletics in Queensland could be ested in Veteran Athletics in many ways during the Rockhampton, 7 a.m. and exhibited a strong informal afternoon than October 12Gympie Times Fun Run, 6km., achieved by giving prospective members the goal of desire to become involved, they had from many formal participating in the World Games in Melbourne in 1987, which was very warming. athletic meetings. There 8.30 a.m. October 18 Caves Marathon Relay the cast around for a fertile field. The keenness was apparent could be a message in that Club by the way the talking — schedule a meeting and Rockhampton, 8 km. turned into demonstrating then not have it. Just let October 19Tamborine Avocado & Rhubarb The Royal Life Half Marathon gave us the bane City Council which, and the watching/listening members talk, compare, 11km., 9 a.m., Mt. Tamborine opportunity to contact many longer distance weekly, takes a full page of into participating, by our listen, watch, demonstrate October 19Sri Chinmoy, 15km., 7 a.m. the “ Sunday-Mail” news­ member speakers and our and mix. It could make for October 26Beenleigh Festival Fun Run runners, both personally and by information paper for their Services visitors. Speakers were: a better Club? sheets. The resultant number of welcome new 7.30 a.m., 7km. approximately announcements. Asked John Bums (Nutrition), The newcomers, under­ October 26 QMRRC, 20 and 10km., 6 a.m. members achieved gave us much encourage­ them to include our prepar­ Rein Evenhuis (Longer standably, were interested ment to think of further efforts. ed Notice in the “ Com­ Distance Running), Des in what Veteran Athletics Nov. 2 QMRRC, 10km., 6 a.m. munity Billboard” section. Frawley (Field Games), could offer them in their Nov. 9 Sri Chinmoy, 5km., 7 a.m. 6. Advised the State Bemie Hogan (Sprints lives. We felt we had Nov. 16 QMRRC, 12km. Novelty, 6 a.m. However further think­ 20-23C., the cold south­ Nov 22 Rainbow Beach Fun Run ing put us on a different westerly winds from the Recreation Council about Running), Klaas Maurer shown them that our Club track, though with the frigid south should have the day and requested them (Walking), Wilma Perkins had the capacity to provide Inskip Point, 4.30 p.m., 13 km. same objective. If we had abated, and, on the other to spread the word through (Women’s Events), Col for a number of needs and approx. along beach, last 1.4 km. achieved growth out of a hand, we would not be into their regional offices. (We Wheeler (Pentathlon). hoped that what they were sealed road. Great cash prizes very small section of the the spring storms. scored a bonus here as they Also involved were Ted looking for was among including $1000 both 1st male and community, it was felt that (b) Our summer pro­ used their own section in Eden, Aileen Hogan and those. female. “Outdoors” supplement to Wai Stubbings, to name i there must be an enormous gramme would be printed expand our message). number of people who and we talk on coming among many. 7. Organised a talk- were not involved in ath­ events exactly after distri­ After 45 minutes we letics at all at present who bution of the Programme. back session on a Brisbane radio station 4BC through made a break, whilst a could be interested in (c) It would give Club member who is “into 1986-87 Track and Field Programme becoming active. Of enough time to organise: (i) the efforts of our P.R. man Bemie Hogan, who spoke shoes” (Ted Vale), course, to these people the Advertising that should be demonstrated all types of 5/10/86 St. Lucia Uni. Day 1. and 10,000m., 10,000m. Walk. participation in the World noticed without going into with well known radio identity Haydn Sargent. athletic shoes, and what to 1.00 p.m. Sun. Games would not have the the high priced Commer­ look for in footwear to same significance or lure cial Advertisement place­ 8. Asked our Club 13/10/86 QE11. Nathan 100m., 400m., 1500m., 200m. Newsletter Editor John complement the type of 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track 7.20 p.m.: 5k. and 5k. Walk. Also 70m., Shot Put. that was clearly apparent ment. (ii) Our own mem­ athletic endeavour fancied. with the people currently Bums to highlight the day 19/10/86 St. Lucia Uni. Day 2. and 5000m., 5000m. Walk. bers to attend, and to bring on the front page of his July running who we had al­ a prospective member, (iii) By this time barriers had 1.00 p.m. Sun. ready contacted. edition, stressing the point The booking of QE11 for members to bring along been broken down and 27/10/86 QE11. Nathan 200m., 800m., 100m. To tap this vast well, the stadium to provide the right everybody present took the 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track 7.20p.m.: 10k., 10k. Walk. Also 300m., Long Jump. drive to influence people atmosphere. a potential member. The theme of our notices opportunity to chat in­ 2/11/86 QE11. Nathan Day 1. and 10,000m., 10,000m. Walk. into becoming members (d) There would be still formally and begin to forge would need to reverse the sufficient time on the day and articles was partici­ 1.00 p.m. Sun. Warm-up Track pation in a friendly contacts and friendships. process of nudging the to push the “get compet­ Although this could have 17/11/86 QE11. Nathan 100m., 400m., 1500m., 200m. existing athlete into our environment. 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track 7.20 p.m.: 5k. and 5k. Walk. Also 150m., Shot Put. itively fit and go Mel- With these under way, continued for many hours, welcome court, back to b o u m e next year’’ theme. the weather decided other­ 23/11/86 QE11. Nathan Day 2. and 3000m., 3000m. Walk. inducing the non-athletes It was obvious that no­ experienced Club mem­ bers in a variety of athletic wise and a storm chased us 1.00 p.m. Sun. Warm-up Track out of non-activity and body in the Club knew the all out of QE11 stadium. gently putting them on the ideal way to contact that fields were contacted and 30/11/86 QE11. Nathan Day 1. and 5000m., 5000m. Walk. asked to reserve the after­ 1.00 p.m. Sun. road to full participation large group of the popu­ What was the outcome Warm-up Track within the Club. lation that constitutes our noon of the 24th August to 8/12/86 QE11. Nathan 200m., 800m., 100m. speak on their particular of our efforts? The number It would be much harder “ market” — the older 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track 7.20 p.m.: 10k., 10k. Walk. Also 70m., Long Jump. subject in athletics. Being that came to QE11 (or con­ and longer but, possibly, person eager to burst into tacted us directly before 14/12/86 St. Lucia Uni. 100m., 400m., Long Jump, Shot Put, 3000m. very rewarding, if we activity. From articles in Veteran Athletes, every­ body agreed immediately. and after as a result of the 1.00 p.m. Sun. 3000m. Walk, Relays. Christmas BBQ. could achieve growth that “The Veteran Athlete” advertising) was about 80. We aimed to cover dl 11/1/87 way. The new members our ignorance seems to be Although we will always St. Lucia Uni. Day 1. and 5000m., 5000m. Walk. would, after a short while, universal (as would be ex­ aspects of the sport and 1.00 p.m. Sun. arranged speakers accord­ be seeking more, it was become infected addictive- pected from the number of thought to be an encour­ 19/1/87 QE11. Nathan 100m., 400m., 1500m., 200m. ly with Veteran Athlete ingly; i.e. we would have a 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track market research organi­ panel available who would aging number. As to the 7.20 p.m.: 10k., 10k. Walk. Also 300m, Long Jump. fever and totally commit­ sations operating in Aus­ advertising, no one source 25/1/87 Gold Coast Championship Carnival. Details later. ted to a wider life. The be able to handle the great­ tralia) . As we did not know est number of people we was overwhelmingly suc­ Sun. Carrara desire to participate in the the right approach to cessful. We rated no World Games would then could envisage attending 1/2/87 QE11. Nathan Day 2. and 3000m., 3000m. Walk. directly hit the target, the — somewhere between 20 mention in the general become increasingly alternative would be to use sports pages, although 1.00 p.m. Sun. Warm-up Track important. a wide net. and 150 was the guess, 9/2/87 QE11. Nathan 200m., 800m., 100m. with no basis for either copy had been deposited. Admittedly, the time The following pro­ 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track 7.20 p.m.: 5k., 5k. Walk. Also 150m., Shot Put. figure. available before November cedure was implemented: 15/2/87 St. Lucia Uni. Day 2. and 5000m., 5000m. Walk. 1987 for the new members The 24th August morn­ Were there any hiccups? 1. Wrote to radio ing weather was dismal. The Sunday Mail notice 1.00 p.m. Sun. to achieve competitive stations requesting them to appeared on the morning of fitness would be tight, but broadcast on their com­ Knowing the cause it 23/2/87 QE11. Nathan 100m., 400m., 1500m., 200m. we could, in the long run, brightened by noon and at the 24th August. In the 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track 7.20 p.m.: 10k., 10k. Walk. Also 70m., Long Jump. munity service announce­ 1.30 p.m. all was O.K. to following week it was possibly assist many more ments sectors the details of obvious that many people 1/3/87 QE11. Nathan Day 1. and 10,000m., 10,000m. Walk. to Veteran Athletics (and to go- 1.00 p.m. Sun. the day, as per our notice Firsdy all our guests only get around to reading Warm-up Track Melbourne) by starting supplied. their Sunday paper up to 5 9/3/87 QE11. Nathan 200m., 800m., 100m. from scratch. We would 2. Wrote to television were name tagged and welcomed. They were then days afterwards. Quite a 7.00 p.m. Mon. Warm-up Track 7.^0 p.m.: 5k., 5k. Walk. Also 300m., Shot Put. need a plan fairly quickly stations in like vein. few people telephoned in and it needed to be one that 3. Arranged small given a warning that they 15/3/87 QE11. Nathan Pentathlon & 5000m. Championships. (4.00 p.m.) were on an athletic field that subsequent week say­ 12.00 p.m. Sun. Warm-up Track Entries close Vi hour before event. Other events: 100m., would not cost an arm and a articles in local suburban ing they would have liked leg. newspapers. where speeding bodies and 200m., 800m., 1500m., Long Jump, Shot Put, Javelin, implements abound, so to attend. Deduction? Discus. The Club, in July, de­ 4. Asked the main Bris­ Make sure all advertising is cided that it would conduct heads up and watch out. 21/3/87 bane morning newspaper, They were there at their completed at least three St. Lucia Uni. 10,000m. Championships. an “ Open Day” on the the Courier Mail, to place days beforehand. 7.00 p.m. Sat. Entries close 6.30 p.m. afternoon of Sunday the own risk. Some welcome, in the “ Outdoors” supple­ but necessary! 29/3/87 St. Lucia Uni. Day 2. and 5000m., 5000m. Walk. 24th August at QE11 ment to their Friday edition 1.00 p.m. Sun. Stadium, Nathan. President Heather The overall feeling of 22/8/86, a notice re the Doherty and Secretary our existing members was This particular day was 4 & 5/4/87 QE11. Nathan day. This would be includ­ Stan Perkins gave a full that it was a rewarding Queensland Track & Field Championships. selected for several ed in a section headed 12.00 p.m. Main Track Entries close Vz hour before event. reasons, ie. resume of the Club’s afternoon, and the exercise “What’s on this Week­ activities and aims, with a worthwhile. We had more 17/18/19/20 Sydney, NSW Australian Track & Field Championships. (a) The weather should end” . April, 1987 (M35+ and W30+). be pleasant, temperature 5. Called on the Bris­ lode to the future, includ­ experience which will be a ing the World Games. strong basis for future 2 & 3/5/87 Maryborough Championship Carnival. Details later. ORDER OF EVENTS TIME DAY 1 DAY 2 1.00 p.m. 100m. 200m. Ken and Jack Weeks take 1.15 p.m. Long Jump, Men. Discus, Men. Javelin, Women. Triple Jump, Women 1.45 p.m. 300m. 800m. 2.15 p.m. Hammer, Men and Women. Shot Put, Men and Women. Marathon honours 2 Circles 2.45 p.m. 1500m. 150m. In the recent Gold Coast International Mar­ 3hrs.16.18 and Jack, once again, m his 24th marathon, 3.15 p.m. Javelin, Men. Triple Jump, Men. athon at Broadbeach on 20 September, con­ put in a solid performance recording 3hrs.00.32. And this Long Jump, Women. Discus, Women. sistent distance runners Ken and Jack Weeks is just a few weeks after his great effort in the Moreton Bay 3.30 p.m. 70m. 1000m. took out the award for Two Brothers category. Marathon, where at nearly 60 years of age, he also ran a 3.45 p.m. Relays Relays P.B. in 2hrs.54.40. Proving yet again veterans seem to get 4.00 p.m. High Jump, Men and Women. Ken recorded a personal best by over 12 minutes, in better as they get older. 4.15 p.m. Walk. Walk. 400m. 600m. 4.30 p.m. Distance Run. Distance Run. THE ACT VETRUNNER Joe Mayer, one of Australia’s increasing regular M70 competitors, is Mike Adler’s subject for this month’s profile at ACT Veteran Club members. Eternal youth - Joe Mayer,

year. “ Oh yes” , he replied, “ In the discus, hammer, javelin, shot, 5000m walk, 5000m track, 10,000m track and 10,000m cross-country” . 72 years young (He will only be 74 then). And his face showed distinct disappointment when I point­ ed out that because of the Midway in the Young, N.S.W., Cherry Festival Fun Run held each November is club run in 1981, handed the logistics of these games he one of those kilometre-long gut-busting hills that invariably find their way into these president a note from his wife would be restricted to 5 events. Barbara, which of course was events. “ Oh well” , he mused read out to the assembly on the ‘ ‘The first 5 1 named will have start line “ Please excuse Joe In keeping with the Festival to do” . If it were my decision, By 1939, Joe was a member the House and its working from running today, he has a spirit, a small table bearing a Joe Mayer would have been of the mounted police in procedures. sore knee” . The pace was box of luscious deep red made Mascot for these games Palestine. A keenly attuned A fitness fanatic since his very slow for the first hundred cherries is located at the instead of Kally Koala! Such ear facilitated his easy mastery youth, Joe has worked out at metres. It’s very difficult to summit beside the official an irrespressible character and of the Arabic language, thus Harry’s Gymnasium for an run fast and laugh at the same who directs the field to take what a personality! giving him a greater breadth of hour a day over many years, in time! the sharp right-hand turn. experience to the enjoyment addition to his daily run, In seven starts I have never of that tour of duty, which which used to cover 14km. Joe receives wonderful Appropriately known as seen anyone near me have the lasted until 1946. He was in­ and is now never less than encouragement from wife time or the breath to avail volved in boxing from his 11km. He meticulously main­ ‘Gentleman Joe’, Mayer was Barbara, who only recently prominent in the forefront of themselves of the cherry box, youth. In the Middle East he tains a training diavy, noting retired from the workforce, the historic photograph taken and can only assume that was expected to run 5 miles in the course, weather conditions and has taken up Tai Chi. at the start of the ACT VAC’s Andrew Lloyd many minutes army boots daily, and that was and time taken. The 11km. They have been married for 34 inaugural pack run, and in the ahead, also concentrates on the basis of his ability to run. which he used to cover in as years. Real stayers! the race. No doubt those at the In fact, Joe says, at the Khyber low as 52 minutes now Hospital Jetty Handicap in back half of the field who treat Pass if you couldn’t produce a averages 64 to 65 minutes. August 1984, he became the Fun Runs as FUN, thoroughly fast turn of speed when re­ Cut-away open-toed shoes first dub member to compete Most o f Joe’s M65 track enjoy a right royal feast. quired, you were a sitting achieved some popularity in 50 monthly handicaps, a and field records have been target for a Sniper’s bullet! As following NZ’s Chris Pilone’s special commemorative T- bettered by upcoming per­ This is also a great vantage a welterweight, he was a semi­ 1980 win in the Nike mara­ shirt was designed and former Gordon Boag, with the point where a small group of final ist in Regimental thon in doctored footwear. presented to him for this exception o f the 1 -hour run of spectators have a wonderful Championships in Palestine. But Joe in fact pioneered that achievement. 10769 metres, a 7.37 shot put opportunity to witness and He returned to England and fashion many years previously and a 23.36 discus, while he cheer on those struggling up the occupation of bricklayer when he similarly circumcised still retains records in all of the the long grind. At this point Coming into the sport following World War II, and the toes o f his shoes to facili­ walk distances. He now holds some 3 years ago, a tall, florid competitively in his 60’s, Joe later migrated to Canberra, tate easy drainage when he every ACT M70 record except character with a snow white has never contested Cross- inking up employment with used to combine a Lake the discus and hammer. His fringe where once was a thick Country Club evente, but haa the Jennings Group in 1950. Burley Griffin swim with his M70 5000m walk of 33.18 head of hair, called to the competed in all 10 Canberra I’m sure his ability in the ring running, accompanied by his eclipses his M65 best of assemblage as he passed “ Has Times Fun Runs. ACT Veterans must have been useful in those sons. 33.33, as does his 800m walk anyone seen my dad? Has my days. He was a resident of Competitive ruining alter­ of 5.19 against 5.25, as well father come past yet?” Big Ms performances: 1976 Capitol Hill hostel, which ed Joe’s life in the 1970’s with as a 1500m walk of 9.20 deal! Except for the fact that 45.54, 1977 41.20, 1978 predominantly housed con­ the fun run boom. One of his against a 9.52. It just proves the questioner was Joe Mayer, 47.40, 1979 51.10, 1980 struction workers, of many early sound performances was the theory of a one per cent 69 at the time. 50.20, 1981 48.30, 1982 shine in 1986 nationalities, including dis­ in a one-timer named “ The 47.54, 1983 53.16, 1984 reduction per year in per­ Aptly, for Canberra’s most placed persons, who came Great Race” conducted by 52.58, 1985 53.10. (The dis­ formance is not infallible. But senior veteran, Joe “ goes here after and many lurid tales local radio station 2CA in tance has varied from 9.6 to then, as all who know him will back a long way” . Meticulous of wild brawls and of blood- 1976, and having sections for 10km. with minor course verify, Joe Mayer is really genealogical checking indi­ spattered walls circulated in runners, cyclists and a 4-stage changes over the years). special. cate that the Mayers (the name relay for scooters. Joe covered City to Surf Canberra about that venue, literally translated means which, of course, is now the the 14km. from the Albert He is the oldest person to ‘Specialist farmer’) moved construct: site of the new Hall to the Queanbeyan have contested the two-way Joggers to take Gold in the from Germany to Somerset, Parliament House. Leagues Club in 30 degree race across the dried-up bed of A spate of trophies re­ teams event. Many other Can­ England, during the reign of Joining what was then heat in 70 minutes. He has run Lake George held during the sulted from a ma)or berra Vets participated in suc­ King Henry III in 1243 (AD known as the “ Peace Officer the City to Surf, loves the drought in December 1982. assault on the City to Surf cessful teams; for example not BC — Joe isn’t that old!), Corps” (which was later to be Fishers Ghost course, and ran Very proud of the honour, he by members of the ACT ACT Annette Perkins and Ian John­ and he possesses a family crest incorporated into the ACT the Berriedale school centen­ was invited to carry the baton Veterans Athletic Club. to go with that history. Joe ston were two of the make-up Police Force), on his return to ary half marathon. on the leg straddling the Holder o f the Open ACT 1 - himself is 1914 vintage, and RUNNERS of a ‘Mixed’ winning com­ the National Capital, the He has taken the 'Oldest NSW-ACT border on its hour run record, Phil Garvin, like a good red wine, keeps bination. venues of his guard duties Finisher’ award in every journey to Bruce Stadium for was successful in the M35 improving with age. FIRE IN included the PM’s Residence Queanbeyan Fun Run and the World Cup Athletics division, winning in 44.34. Soccer and cricket were his and Government House, and relates about that race that one Championships in Canberra. FESTIVAL Top National M40 marathoner forte as a schoolboy and his then for 20 years he was a regular entrant in the late 30, He was awarded the Heart Garry Hand won his division essay into the workforce was Security Officer and Guide at early forty range seeks him out Foundation Trophy at the CITY in 45.21, while National as an apprentice bricklayer Parliament House. In 1963 he at the start each year and ACT VAC presentation night 5000m track champion in the Marathon earning eight shillings for a was the guide and narrator in hopefully announces “I’ll get in 1984. MARATHON M45 group, Frank Green, 48-hour week. an ABC film on the subject of you this time, Joe” . Follow­ earned 2nd place in 47.04. ing the race there is always a The ACT VAC include a Only days after his 50th Second and third places in win to second visitation with the “consistently fast” award for birthday, Canberra super the W35 group camp to Can­ promise of harder training for each year’s handicap series. runner Peter Kallb ran a berra members Annette next year, “ and next year I’m This provides for recognition great 2.37.34 to share Perkins and Jo Cullen in 52.27 Jo Cullen Coming definitely going to beat you” . in each 5-year age group to the 11th place in the Adelaide and 55.18 respectively. The Adding to her National Everyone in the older runner with the best nett Marathon with Weston husband and wife 35 and over Gold Medal, earned as a Southern Suburbs of Canberra average kilometre rate for the Creek club-mate Ken resulted in a third placing for member of the ACTs knows Joe. A training run is best 6 performances in the 11 Eynon (M40), taking a popular John and Maryanne winning team in the Events regularly punctuated with runs. In his first year as an huge slice off the M50 Bus teed. recent Budget Australian cognitive beeps and toots from M70 Joe took his age award course record. Jo and Kerri Cullen were Marathon Championship car horns. The constant waves with a very respectable 5.18 first in the mother and child 15 in Sydney, when she ran Among the large contingent of acknowledgement must per km. average. He is cur­ to 18 years. This was a partic­ 3.08.31, Jo Cullen was a of ACT representatives to make Joe feel like H.M. The rently h andica pped t o c one ede ularly meritorious perform­ member of a small, but Sunday, October 5: Goulbum Fun Run, 9km., Bel- contest the event, Geoff Queen, whom incidentally he 8 minutes to the limit markers ance, as in effect, Kerri was successful group of Club more Park, 9a.m. I^ckRun, Deek Drive,9.30a.m. Moore 2.38.20, ACT VAC has met through his duties at in 10 km. events, which is a competing against boys. In members who journeyed (ACT VAC). Club President Bryan Thomas Parliament House. substantial compliment to a ACT Cross Country Club to Wagga for the Olympic Sunday, October 12: Canberra Times Fun Run, 9.8 2.39.25 and Keith Butler Joe is a ‘fun person’, full of 72-year-old. events, Kerri is currently Way Marathon held on km., Phillip College, 10 a.m. 2.45.50 all performed well. vivacity, and with an irres- heading the pointscore table Sunday, August 17. Sunday, October 19: Tidbinbilla Relays, start Kallio, Eynon, Moore, pressible sense of mischief. Following retirement at 65 for Junior Female Runner of between High Court and National Library, 8 a.m. Thomas and non-vet, Trevor Jo was first lady home in Ten years ago on a holiday from the Public Service, Joe the Year Award. (ACT COC). Pack Run, Deek Drive, 9.30 a.m., Jacobs, who filled 8th position 3hrs. 14 mins. Her P.B. is in England during one of his took a part-time position as a Club secretary Rosemary (ACT VAC). in 2.36.09, made up a 3.08.24 achieved in Canberra many training runs just out­ delivery man with a local Parker teamed with son Glenn Sunday, October 26: Gundaroo Fun Run, 10 km ., sub-2.40 team for the ACT, in 1984. side London he spotted a chain store group, and a to be 2nd in the mother and start at Gundaroo Public School, 9 a.m. October and when results are comput­ Others of the Canberra group of workers in a factory measure o f his health is that in child 12 to 14 section, Dave Handicap, start Watson High School Car Park, 8.30 ed have high hopes of team contingent to do well included yard. It is one of those very 6 years the only time he’d Mclnnes and son Jason filled a a.m. success. Their estimate o f a Club Treasurer Stuart Reid rare hot days, his face is red taken a day off, was to com­ similar place in the father and Thursday, October 30: Track and Field commences team time of 13hrs. 3mins. is who was first 0/50 in 2 hrs 57 and sweat pours from it. He pete in the Veteran Tides in child 15 to 18, while Ron mins., Terry Munro after at Bruce warm-up track at 5.30 p.m. Hobart where he earned 4 only 6min. 02secs. off their deviates into the yard and in Vines and his son Geoff took sharing the lead at the 33km. Sunday, November 2: Cooma Rotary Fun Run, 11 feigned seriousness asks “ am silver and a bronze medal. In elapsed effort, and they merit km., starting from Pumping Station, Mumimbidgee 3rd in the same section. mark wilting a little to take 5th the Australia/Oceania Titles kudos for having judgement I on the right road for Edin­ John McLeod, with Ian, position in 2 hrs. 50 mins., River. Pack Run, Deek Drive, 8.30 a.m. (ACT in Canberra in 1984, he took equal to their running burgh?” v/ere first placegetters in the mainly due to suffering a virus VAC). Always infusing humour Silver in the 5000m walk. capacity. father and child over 18 and a infection during the previous (Note that all ACT VAC events revert to 8.30 a.m. starts into every possible situation, classy trio of Men 40-49, week, and John Jamieson was from the commencement of Daylight Saving). Joe, disabled with a knee in­ I asked him whether he was Garry Hand, Frank Green and more than delighted with a jury fronted up at the start of a competing in Melbourne next Dan Dawes, ran for Customs P.B. in 2.58.30. "THE WARA TAH" 1987 BY HARRY STANLEY Australian Athletic Championships, Sydney NSW 12K CROSS 1986 WARATAH COUNTRY CHAMPS. John Bowers (M45) continued his recent run of suc­ SUMMER SPRINT cesses when he captured the 12k Cross Country title in the very smart time of 43.50, just 15 seconds ahead of (M40) gold medal winner, Jim Hennessy, with John McNulty (M40) third. SERIES . . . Strong running by the ever consistent Adolf Blonner, gave him the (M50) title from improver Des Barrett. Gary Cobum took out the silver in the (M45), just ahead of Mike Roberts. Graham Burnett, showed great courage and tenacity moving from The N.S.W. Veterans Athletic Club will eleventh to sixteenth overall, with a fast finishing last lap of 15.38. Brian Dean took the conduct their Summer Sprint Series, com­ (M55) honours from greatly improved Peter Piper. Fred Devlin made Col Sparkes work hard for his gold medal in the (M60) division, mencing in October, at the Hensley Ath­ and of course the ever popular, George McGrath (M65) showed his inimitable style, to letic Field, Pagewood. take gold in his age-group. In the female division, overall winner, newcomer Christine Batman, once again demonstrated that a bright future lies ahead for her in the veteran ranks Mavis Uamck, An open invitation goes to the Sprint finals on De­ 2nd overall, claimed the gold in (W40) category, Dot Flanagan (W50), Olive Webb, to all interstate athletes to cember 18. who travelled all the way ftom Coffs Harbour, for this event, was first in (W55) and compete in this inaugural The N.S.W. Profes­ Irmgard Gross, ran consistently to win the (W45) group event, where amateurs, sional Athletics League Congratulations again to race organiser Bill Seary, for a job well done. Also professionals, veterans has donated a $500 cash thanks to Yvonne Piper, Harry Stanley, Fred O’Connor and Frank Thoms for their and senior athletes, will award for the series. Any have the opportunity to Veteran sprinters interes­ invaluable assistance in making this popular event most enjoyable for competitors and ted in competing must run spectators alike. compete in the same event for prize money. three heats and accumulate CENTENNIAL PARK, SUNDAY, 22ND JUNE, 1986 the necessary points to There will be 10 weeks qualify for the semi-finals. M35 M55 of competition over the Information can be ob­ 1. M. Rabbitt 51-21 (21) 1. B. Dean 47.53 (12) 120 metre distance, with tained from Harry Stanley M40 2. P. Piper 48.24 (15) handicapped heats leading (Phone (02) 6692983). 1. J. Hennessy 44.05 (2) 3. M. Brown 53.07 (25) 2. J. McNulty 44-42 (3) 4. J. Plummer 55.13 (26) 3. G. Ryan 44-45 (4) B. Molino D.N.F. 4. M. Liptrot 47-17 (9) M60 5. G. Burney 47-34 (11) 1. C. Sparkes 50-40 (20) Eddie McLean (NSW) finishes a gruelling 5000 6. M. Edwards 48-18 (14) 2. F. Devlin 52-19 (23) metres (M55) in the Adelaide heat, at the 1986 7. V. Gravitts 52-41 (24) 3. P. Short 59-36 (31) National Titles. P. McKillop D.N.F. M65 M45 1. G. McGrath 49-06 (17) — Photo Peter Griffin 1. J. Bowers 43-50 (1) M70 2. G. Cobum 46-48 (7) 1. W. Pease 64-14 (32) 3. M. Roberts 47-02 (8) W30 4. J. Dwyer 47-22 (10) 1. C. Batman 49-35 (18) 5. B. Cooley 49-58 (19) W40 6. R. Steel 57-04 (28) 1. M. Garrick 64-50 (34) 11th Annual M50 W45 1. A. Blonner 44-51 (5) 1. I. Gross 73-38 (37) 2. D. Barrett 46-29 (6) W50 New Year 3. N. Cleverly 48-16 (13) 1. D. Flanagan 67-55 (36) 4. N. Markham 48-51 (16) 5. D. Morgan 52-17 (22) W55 6. R. Gamck 55-13 (26) 1. O. Webb 66.59 (35) Athletic 7. W. Gross 59-20 (30) INVIT. 8. J. Griffiths 64-14 (33) M. Favaloro 58-22 (29) L. Markham D.N.F. Carnival Dubbo Amateur Ath­ letic Club, in conjunction NSW VETERANS 25K with the Dubbo R.S.L Club, present their 11th Annual New Year Athletic ROAD CHAMPIONSHIP Carnival on Saturday, 27th and Sunday, 28th LAKE GILLAWARNA, SUNDAY, 24TH AUGUST, 1986 December, 1986 at Vic­ M35-39 M50-54 toria Park, Dubbo, N.S.W. 1. Eddie Fordham 1-2948 (2) 1. Adolf Blonner 1-32-38 (6) (Conducted under the 2. Kerry Dowling 1-3343 (7) 2. Norm Cleverly 1-34-55 (8) rules of the NSW A.A.A.). 3. Tony Johnson 1-35-03 (9) 3. Horst Ruckweid 1-35-31 (11) A full programme of 4. Gavin Beahan 149-55 (25) 4. Ron Gribble 1-38-35 (14) events, including categories 5. Rod Garrick 147-30 (23) for Open, Veterans, Under 6. Werner Gross 1-57-56 (30) 20/18/16 down to 6 yrs. of M40-44 M55-59 age. 1. Horst Wegner 1-23-46 (1) 1. Brian Dean 1-35-15 (10) Trophies for feature events 2. Ray Potter 1-32-08 (4) 2. John Plummer 142-34 (19) in each category. 3. Mike Liptrot 142-00 (18) 3. Mike Brown 1-44-40 (21) Bush dance social evening/ 4. Derek White 145-41 (22) barbecue/refreshments. Many 5. Bruno Molino 147-30 (23) other attractions in a carnival 6. Eddie McLean 1-52-06 (29) atmosphere. M45-49 M60-64 Nominations close with 1. John Bowers 1-31-44 (3) 1. Colin Sparkes 1-39-31 (16) Mrs. Eileen Jones, 32 Hut­ 2. Bernard Cooley 1-32-34 (5) 2. Peter Short 1-58-23 (31) chens Avenue, Dubbo 2830. 3. Mike Roberts 1-37-26 (12) 3. Barry Jones 1-59-54 (33) Phone (068) 82 1373, Mon­ 4. Graham Burney 1-37-28 (13) M65-69 day, 17th November, 1986. 5. Derek Smith 1-39-22 (15) 1. John Baker 2-05-14 (34) Late entries will be accepted 6. John Dwyer 1-39-51 (17) M70-74 for the 3,000 metres and 7. Bob Webber 149-55 (25) 1. Bill Pease 1-59-18 (32) women’s veterans 1500 8. Tony Re 149-55 (25) W40-44 metres up until 3.00 p.m. 9. Gordon Gibbons 1-51-10 (28) 1. Mavis Garrick 2-06-30 (35) Saturday, 27th December and Garry Cobum DNF INVIT. for Half Marathon, 5,000 and Les Farley DNF Les Rokorbaver 143-19 (20) 10,000 metre walks until 7.45 Graham Gotch n\n7 a.m., Sunday, 28th December Alf Larkin DNF 39 starters — 35 finishers at double normal entry fee. VETERANS Age Groups: Men — 4049 yrs. and 50-59 yrs. and 60 yrs. and over. Women — 3544 National Championships in Sydney yrs. and 45-54 yrs. and 55 yrs. and over. MEN WOMEN In conjunction with the NSW A.A.A. Centenary Celebrations, next 100m 100m year’s Australian Championships will be held at the E.S. Marks Athletic 800m 400m Held, Sydney. 3000 m walk 1500 m walk A further reminder to all veterans who have not made definite plans for this major Shot Put Shot Put event, now is the time to secure your accommodation. Don’t be disappointed, book Discus Discus A great winning Jump of 3.95, gave Beverlee Adams (N.S.W.) the gold medal in the now, as it is Easter Show time in Sydney and accommodation is at a premium. Hammer Hammer W50 Long Jump, at the recent National Championships in S.A. Anyone who has evei;participated in our National Titles will tell you it is wonder­ Javelin Javelin ful experience you should not miss. 4 x 100m 4 x 100m relay relay — Photo Peter Griffin 3000 m 1500m Half Marathon FOOTNOTES FROM THE APPLE ISLE FROM LIZTOOMEY TALAYS The 6th Great BIATHLON 1986 Relbia SERIES Relay Race The second in the Relay Race DOMAIN ATHLETIC CENTRE, SUNDAY, series of Talays’ Biath­ 5TH OCTOBER, 1986 lon was held at Cygnet on the 3rd August. This popular annual (A nominated time event; Most consistent team In unfavourable wet and event conducted by over all six stages will be the winner). windy conditions, the the Northern Veterans overall winner was Ray STOP was held on the 10th Ward (M46) with a three August. EVENT INFORMATION minute improvement on his performance in the first PRESS... START: Athletics Centre at 9.00 a.m. There event on 6th July. The redoubtable Eric The relay consists of will be a staggered start with the slower teams Consistent Sue Baker- Marsh recorded a P.B. of three separate legs of 6k, starting first. The maximum predicted time al­ Finch (W30) won the 92.10 in the Gold Coast 9.8k and 3.8k, with teams lowed will be 4 hours. Teams with a predicted female category for the Half Marathon, while on of three from the South, time with less than 4 hours will start off the of­ second time and looks consistency holidays in Queensland re­ North and North West ficial watch at an elapsed time equal to the differ­ odds-on to win her divi­ cently. Veteran clubs. ence between 4 hours and the team total nomi­ sion. Other veterans to Veteran clubs nominating nated time. perform with credit were their individual times. ENTRIES: Entries will be taken on the day of Kick Mills, Brian West­ The race, as is usual, the event and should be placed at least Vi hour be­ wood, Mike Logan, Jim was very keenly contested fore the Team starting time. Burr and Bruce Longmore. pays dividends by all teams with the ENTRY FEE: $3.00 per team. The final event in this Southern Veterans finally DISTANCE: The total distance is 47.7 km. series will be on 7th Sep­ victorious. Each team member completes a total of 15.9 km. tember. 3RD OCEANIA VETERANS GAMES Apia, Western Samoa 5 -9 September 1986 (Concluded from Page 7) 100 METRE (Women) SHOTPUT (Men) 45-49 30-34 L. Mitchelson 5:11 AUS 14:56 AUS QC.OQ 1. D. Palmer L. Waitawa 4:31 1. A. Mailo 12:99 SAM FU 35-39 50-54 1. B. Barlow 17:11 SAM 2. J. Wollerman 10:47 SAM L. Mano 3:06 SAM 21:50 SAM 3. B. Whitecross 9:85 AUS 2. E. Beneventi 55-59 40-44 4. A. Su’a 9:84 SAM J. Blair 4:03 NZ 1. T. Annandale 16:10 SAM 5. L. Slade 9:80 SAM A.E. Graybum 3:31 NZ 16:56 SAM 6. T. Jensen 9:35 SAM 2. M. Leung Wai 60-64 45-49 7. A. Peters 8:20 SAM 8. R. McDonald 8:00 SAM J. King 3:73 NZ 1. J. Money 14:61 AUS 2. G. Seymon 14:84 AUS 40-44 1. A. Wulf 10:53 SAM JAVELIN (Men) 3. G. Watts 15:46 NZ 35-39 17:00 NZ 2. T. Heem 9:65 SAM 4. C. Ashkettle E. Nukutabu 46:83 FU 50-54 3. P. McWilliams 8:80 AUS 4. T. Sailele 7:79 SAM J. Ashcraft 39:10 SAM 1 T . Lcb 15.89 AUS L. Slade 36:07 SAM" 2. C. Blair 16:94 NZ 45-49 1. L. Waitawa 10:78 FU J. Wollerman 34:98 SAM 65+ T. Jensen 32:98 SAM 1. R. Frith 19:20 AUS 2. T. Sigila 10:42 SAM 3. M. Mulitalo 8:20 SAM A. Peters 31:13 SAM 4. R. Gopal 6:28 FU 40-44 400 METRE (Men) 1. T. Heem 34:26 SAM 35-39 50-54 1. P. Frylink 8:25 AUS T. Sailele 23:52 SAM A. Su’a 1:02:45 SAM 2. A. Sititi 8:22 SAM A. Wulf 31:85 SAM 40-44 P. McWilliams 26:10 AUS J. Jones 1:02:33 NZ 55-59 1. A.F. Graybum 11:27 NZ 45-49 J. Wasko 1:02:47 SAM L. Mitchelson 48:66 AUS O. Chan Tong 1:04:82 SAM 2. J.A. Blair 10:02 NZ 60-64 L. Waitawa 38:30 FU J. Findley 1:05:51 KIR T. Sigila 36:14 SAM A. Toalepaialii 1:05:73 SAM 1. J. King 10:75 SAM 2. Mataafa 9:90 SAM 50-54 E. Tuimalo 1:06:04 SAM 1. A. Sititi 33:42 3. F. Fesua’i 9:85 SAM SAM “The Veteran Athletes’” Tasmanian corres­ 45-49 P. Chew 27:81 AUS R. Gopal 1:07:08 FU 4. Sala 9:05 SAM pondent from Hobart, Liz Toomey, 37, has been 5. S. Key 8:33 SAM 55-59 a model of consistency during the winter sea­ H. Jessep 1:10:20 SAM A.E. Graybum 44:64 NZ son, earning her numerous category awards in L. Scanlon 1:14:53 SAM 65+ 1. W. Schaafheusen 10:38 SAM J.A. Blair 29:01 NZ various distance events. A. Alavise 1:20:89 SAM 60-64 55-59 LONG JUMP (Men) J. King 31:79 NZ Liz can be justly proud of her major achievements F. Riceman 1:00:89 NZ F. Fesua’i 24:39 SAM K. Soulsby 1:04:75 AUS 35-39 recently, in firstly the TCU Southern Cross Half Mara­ 1. E. Nukutabu 5:96 FU Sala . 21:72 SAM thon, where she was 3rd female overall, and second G.F. White 1:05:21 NZ Mataafa 19:16 SAM 60-64 2. A. Su’a 4:85 SAM veteran in 1.34.34, followed by a 4th overall, and once 3. Fagalima 4:80 SAM Luamanuvae 17:63 SAM T.R. Hishon 1:01:97 AUS again runner-up in the female veteran division, at the 4. L. Slade 4:00 SAM S. Key 17:36 SAM Royal Life Half Marathon in Lauderdale, on 20th July. 65+ 4044 65+ J. Brown (75) 1:41:57 AUS 1. T. Sailele 3:41 SAM K.V. Hopkins 31:51 AUS Earlier this year Liz completed a successful track 400 METRE (Women) and field season, taking out three gold medals, in the 40-44 W35, 1500, 5000 and 10000 metres at the State Titles, held at St. Leonards just before Easter. D. Siepman 1:23:69 AUS M. Leung Wai 1:48:93 SAM PENTATHLON (MEN) — by Mike Hall 45-49 1. J. Morrey 1:10:12 AUS Name Age Country Discus L. Jump Javelin 200M 1500M 2. G. Watts 1:15:57 NZ B. Whitecross M35 AUS 28:46 4:93 31:90 27:58 5:39:53 3. J. Chew 1:16:67 AUS (1st - 1941 points) 65+ P. McWilliams M40 AUS 27:44 4:19 29:90 30:42 6:30:04 1. M. Stevens 2:13:53 AUS (1st - 1082 points) ARE YOU L. Mitchelson M45 AUS 30:74 5:35 41:40 25:34 4:36:65 3000 TRACK WALK (Women) (1st - 3333 points) 45-49 J. King M60 NZ 35:18 4:18 31:80 31:40 — 1. P. Hall 16:55 AUS (1st - 2254 points) IN 50-54 K. Hopkins M65 AUS 27.48 4:09 32:30 31:88 6:39:18 1. M. Tanielu 23:38 SAM (1st - 2929 points) 2. A. Tomane 25:43 SAM 55-59 TRAINING? S. Brasher 18:26 AUS 60-64 M. Colthup 20:05 AUS PENTATHLON (WOMEN) 65+ Name Age Country Shotput L. Jump Javelin 100M 800M S. Munane 21:23 AUS A. Nicholls 22:52 AUS G. Seymour W45 AUS 7:51 3:76 25:10 15:00 3:59:77 (1st - 2385 points) 5000 TRACK WALK (Men) S. Dumble W45 NZ 6:40 2:85 12:72 18:84 4:13:36 40-44 (2nd - 1173 points) 1. P. McWilliams 36:03 AUS T. Leb W50 AUS 6:10 2:08 12:83 16:85 — 55-59 (1st - 1262 points) 1. C. Hainsworth 29:13 AUS C. Blair W55 NZ 7:37 3:51 21:24 16:93 4:27:96 'O 2. R. Whitham 30:01 AUS (1st - 2390 points) 60-64 S. Dalziel W65 NZ 6:32 2:68 11:25 32:31 — vn WORLD VETERANS’GAMES 1. P. Tearle 32:35 NZ (1st - 388 points) MELBOURNE 1987 NEWS FROM THE W.A.'VETRUN’ FROM SANDI WALTON

In the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou, he Graham Thornton (M45), one of W.A.’s Gilmour top allround veteran athletes. A cross Coming Events. . won a 10km road race country ski champion, Graham com­ in 39.37min. — lmin. bines cycling, swimming and athletics. 5th October, 1986: Dave Jones, 3 laps, 6.75 50sec. ahead of the In the recent 1986 State Titles he was km., McCall urn Park, 8.00 a.m. second placegetter, a successful in the M45 10,000 metres 12th October, 1986: Veterans’ State Cross 50-year-old Chinese. (silver medal) and the 5000 metres Country Championships, 10 km., Saw Ave., (bronze medal). Kings Park, 8.00 a.m. 19th October, 1986: Bob Harrison Run, 8.4 But Gilmour received km., Light St. Res., Dianella, 8.00 a.m. sad news after arriving 26th October, 1986: WAIT, 10 km , 5 km., back in Perth on WAIT South Oval, 8.00 a.m. Sunday. Don makes 2nd November, 1986: Pt. Walter Run, 11.4 BY DAVID MARSH km., 5.8 km., Pt Walter Reserve Kiosk, 8.00 His wife, Alma, has to a.m. EVERGREEN WA have a major operation, 9th November, 1986: 3 Parks, Heirisson Island, veteran athlete John so Gilmour cancelled Distance 10 km., 5 km., McCallum Park, 8.00 a.m. Gilmour continued his an all-expenses paid 16th October, 1986: Sundowner Run, 8 km., 4 success in international trip to contest the Twin km., South Oval, WATT, 5.00 p.m. distance races with four City marathon in the 23rd November, 1986: Deepwater Point, 16 impressive wins in Chi­ United States in Oc­ Running km., 5 km., Deepwater Point, Mt. Pleasant. na last week. tober. 8.00 a.m. At Nanging, in 30th November, 1986: Recovery Run, 33 Cag­ temperatures exceed­ “She’s been very look easy ney Way, Lesmurdie, 9.00 a.m. ing 37C, Gilmour won supportive of me dur­ his division of the ing my running career,” BY RICHARD HARRIS machine. These days he 1500m (in 5min. 15sec.), he said. “So there’s no has a bench, bar and a 5000m (19.51) and way I would go and Don Caplin, of the West Australian set of barbells at home and 10,000m (40.53). leave her.” Veterans’ Athletic Club is one of those rare works out with them “ for athletes who appear to make long distance fun” . “I now know why Nan­ Gilmour will contest Don drinks an average ging is called “furnace the inaugural Austra­ running look so easy. two bottles of beer a day, city,” Gilmour said lian Royal Life half­ runner asked. eats muesli for breakfast, yesterday. “The marathon champion­ Caplin, personnel man­ and plenty of fruit, meat temperatures were over ship in Perth on ager with the Department “No. Wlien I diet, I can get my weight down to and vegetables for other the old century mark September 14 and the of Aviation, at 47, is the meals. Lunch might be and the humidity was NZI Securities Western current holder of about 12st. 151b., but I feel weak,” was the answer. sandwiches and fruit, or a 100 per cent.” People's marathon on numerous records for his baked meal. T h e 1956 WA September 28. age group in a variety of Currently about 12st. 71b. (79 kg.). He can run He limits his running to marathon champion club runs and is a consis­ about 40 to 50 miles a was awarded the tro­ tently strong performer, 1500 m. in 4:12; and 800 m. in 2:02. week (64-8Qkm.), with phy as the meet’s out­ who possesses a powerful one long run, one track By courtesy of West Aus­ striding action, and a turn He has been a keen standing athlete. tralian Sporting News. session, and various of speed to match. sportsman all his adult life, shorter, faster runs of 30 He has run 10 km. played Australian Rules Football until he was 34 minutes to 45 minutes events this year in various duration. times from 35 minutes 52 and represented WA seconds at the Jim Barnes several times in amateur His track sessions are run to 34.50 for the WA football, a sport where never more than 1 km. Marathon Club’s Chal­ weight and muscle are repeats down to 100 metres 1986 Gold Coast lenge 10km. at WAIT on considered useful, rather run throughs. August 31. Don had com­ than excess baggage. He He supplements his run­ pleted 30 km. in training, was half a stone heavier in ning with about four hours then rode his bicycle for an those days. Don started a week riding his bicycle, Half Marathon hour to stretch his legs, less running competitively at the bike ride always before than twenty four hours 38, after he developed or after the day’s training earlier! tennis elbow, though he run. M30-34 M35-39 A runner dashing to the had always run socially to 6. Griffin, John ... 1:16:32 finish line after a 42 minute get fit for other sports. While Don views him­ 46. Toon, Paul ...... 1:18:27 self as a middle distance 171. Haralampou, A. 1:31:20 12. Greive, Rodney 1:21:41 personal best at the Jim He used to frequent the 25. Edgeworth, D. 1:24:57 Barnes run, was surprised local gym and work out runner, he completed a 26. Brown, Eric .... 1:25:00 to see Don relaxed and with heavy weights, lifting marathon in 1983 in 2 hrs. 175. Perkins, Stan .. 2:13:15 sipping a stubby of beer, an aggregate of 11 to 12 37 mins. the full calorie brew, while tonnes during the lunch watching the others come How did he feel after M40-44 break in a series of that performance? The 1. Tickle, Leigh ..1:13:09 in. exercises, such as bench 4. Town, Robert.. 1:19:14 “Aren’t you worried press, dead lifts, squats, “Good. You always feel Dencorub 5. MacDermott, M. 1:20:30 about your diet?” the curls and the rowing good when you run well.” 6. Grad well, J. ... 1:21:50 guide to 41. Moulds, Bill ... 1:35:43 93. Grant, Ron ...... 1:56:10 muscle 101. Curtis, Ian...... 2:03:34 M45-49 1. Hall, Rusty...... 1:24:20 4. Douglas, R. 1:25:36 Second handicap 6. Moriarty, Dick 1:27:12 22. Josefski, G...... 1:33:59 47. Garraway, S. .. 1:48:50 win to popular lady 49. Natalier, Glen . 1:49:34 M 50-54 The Copland College handicap earned the 1. Patterson, Joe ..1:18:44 pseudonym of ‘The Antarctic Trek* at its initial 5. Hill, Bob ...... 1:23:58 appearance on our race calendar, with the 11. Munn, Gordon 1:36:06 awards being titled the Amundsen, Scott and 14. Grayson, Kev .. 1:37:47 Shackleton Medals, on a day when icy, gale force 20. Wheeler, Col .. 1:40:53 winds (fe’ove the lesser performers backwards 27. Hicks, Ian ...... 1:53:17 two steps for each one in a forward direction. M55-59 Conditions this year were decidedly unpleasant 1. Vale, Ted ...... 1:20:18 for those officiating and driving rain squalls kept Featuring: 4. Campbell, Reg 1:34:15 the field down to a mere 59. 24 illustrated warm-up 6. Lewis, Joe ...... 1:36:41 routines for a variety of sports plus a chart erf M60-64 I’m unaware whether she in the W35 division of the muscle trouble spots. 2. Jackson, G...... 1:27:59 has webbed feet, but popular Gold Coast half marathon, 5. Dauphinet, M. . 1:44:56 lightweight Lucille Warth was quickest among the W30-34 W60 ploughed through the female division: Lucille This promotional heavy going to record her Warth (W60) nett 66.57 1, 7. Grant, D e ll...... 1:29:28 John Fitzgerald (M40) 48.40 brochure is provided free 19. Bergen, Helen . 1:38:21 second handicap success and join the select few who have 2, A1 Mallory (M35)51.05 3, of charge, available from W35-39 the agency listed below. managed to get under yet Roland Dunn (M60) 53.43 4, 7. Shrapnel, M. .. 1:39:15 another handicapper’s guard. Chris Tait (W30) 51.40 5, The information contained 13. Dunglison, S. .. 1:45:12 Margaret Johnson (W35) in the booklet is excellent, 14. Davey, Irene ... 1:46:37 The course, which is along 55.57 6, Anne Young (W50) covering the muscles in your W40-44 cycle paths from Copland 48.31 7, Mike Dwyer (M45) body, basic muscle health, College, was Lucille’s train­ 47.22 8, Cilia Byrne (W35) avoiding muscle soreness and 3. Mead, Helen ... 1:41:10 ing course during the years she 10. Cradwell, R. ... 1:56:54 53.16 9, Reg Johnson (M40) injury, sports and your was on the staff o f that insti­ 40.18 10, Alan Johnson muscles, warm up routines, W45-49 tution, so that knowledge no (M45) 56.20 11, Brian Car­ muscle management and treat­ 6. Vandenbroek, M. 1:56:44 doubt enabled her to pace to man (M35) 39.42 12, Linda ing muscle soreness and 7. Evenhuis, L. ... 2:05:22 perfection. Jamieson (W30) 43.18 13. injury. W50-54 National 5000m M45 title- Fastest male: Frank Green Copies of this brochure are 4. Croft, Peta ...... 2:07:32 holder Frank Green was (M45) 34.18. Fastest female: available from Carter-Wallace fastest male, while Maryanne Maryanne Busteed (W35) (Aust.) Pty. Ltd., P.O. Box W55-59 Busteed, recently successful 41.10. 216, Brookvale, N.S.W., 2. Perrin, Margaret 2:13:29 2100. Please enclose postage W60-64 stamp with your request. Alan Tyson, M60 (W.A.) right, on Ms way to a bronze medal in the 1500 metres 1. Sells, Thelma .. 1:51:43 (5.14.70) at the 1986 National Titles in Adelaide. BY BOB AULD (S.A.V.A.C.) Achilles - watch that heel!

JUDY DALY and a stretching pro­ gramme in conjunction Achilles, the legendary Greek hero, had with the treatment. one weak spot — his heel! His mother had 5. Once light training Triple success for been directed by the Gods to ensure his has commenced use ice 1986 Tiki and Owl immortality by immersing him in the River massage before and after workout for 15-20 mins. Co Hainsworth in Styx. She did this. However, he was still 6. Build up on the train­ susceptible to injury in the heel by which his ing load very slowly i.e. Cross Country mother held him during his immersion, walk and jog, train one day Oceania Games hence the term: an “achilles heel”. and take one off, then two days on and one day off, South Australian numerous sports, as a The popular Tiki and Owl 10k. etc. until back into a full Col Hainsworth, who competitor and an organi­ programme. In severe ser for most of his life. Cross Country event was held at Minda Athletes also have a ultimately end up with a returned from the weakness here and for the possible detachment. cases this process can take Oceania Games after A heart attack in the mid Farm, S.A. on 23rd August. distance runner it is the as long as 10-12 weeks. winning gold medals 70’s did not deter him, and bane of their running life. Following is my method Prevention of Achilles in the 3k., 5k., and 15k. he resumed racing with the of treating the achilles ten­ Tendonitis: Walkers and Veteran In typical cross country South Parklands and the For many there is the ex­ 55-59 yr. division, is perience of dealing with don injury which has been 1. Keep constant check not new to race walk­ Clubs in 1978. He has conditions, accompanied Owl Trophy introduced. by a torrential downpour the physical and mental tried and proved. More im­ on shoes and in particular ing. been in 5.S.A. teams for In 1984 the venue was portantly however, is pre­ the Canberra 20 miles at the start, competicompetitors again changed to its distress of the achilles ten­ watch for wear in the heel. He broke his first walk ploughed through the don injury. My running vention and my method of Change shoes before they record in a school 1 mile titles, and also competed present location and to a keeping “out of trouble” , in the Oceania Games at heavy going, some more n cross country race. career spans 27 years and I cause a change in running race at Yorkshire in 1943, successfully than others! am no exception. At the proven successful for the style. Ensure on purchase joined the Yorkshire Suva in 1982. Early events were Col finished 2nd in the Leader and ultimate prestige tussles and win­ age of 32 and in the prime past 2 years, is set out here­ of a new shoe that there is Walkers Club and in 1948 1986 National Vets 20k. winner John Burnell made ners since inception have of my middle-distance run­ under. Through diligent adequate support around held the Yorkshire 10 Road and 3rd in the 5k. light of the atrocious | been: ning career I was literally stretching and maintaining the heel and that there is miles and 1 hour records. Track Titles in his divis­ conditions to win by a “ crippled” and left de­ flexibility I have avoided ample cushioning. Use a After serving in the Tiki — 1972 Ron ion. clear margin from the ever O’Neil. 1973 Gercy vastated just prior to State achilles heel problems and full sorbothane inner sole R.A.F., he spent a short He recorded 80 mins., consistent Frank Boswell. and National Champion­ season 1985-86 was my in the training shoe (even a time in the N.Z. Airforce Hicks. 1974 Gerry Hicks. 21 secs, in the 15k. and Mary Rhodes, the only 1975 Terry Nailer. 1976 ships. most successful of late. I new pair) to absorb and dis­ before settling in Adelaide 29m 00s in the 5k. to beat female prepared to risk There is always the was able to reproduce my tribute the shock of contact in 1957. As a physical Terry Nailer. 1977 Roy Ron Whitham (NSW) in some dignity, was a Sutcliffe. 1978 Gerry question “ Why me?” At 800/1500 times of 6 years with the ground. Use a heel education teacher he has both titles at Samoa, and worthy recipient of this ago and train at the speed insert in the racing flat or been involved in Hicks. 1979 Dave Cooke. the time I felt the world was won the 3k. in 17m 6s. year’s Owl Trophy. 1980 Gerry Hicks. 1981 against me and for no necessary to achieve these spike shoe. Dave Cooke. 1982 Peter apparent reason. On look­ results. 2. Train in flat shoes HISTORY OF THE Sandery. 1983 Frank ing back, however, all the To preserve your “ im­ only on a constant, soft TIKI AND OWL Howitt. 1984 George obvious symptons were mortality’ ’ or at least a pro­ surface. Avoid running on This event commenced Wenk. 1985 Denis Beck. there, but, having not ex­ longed athletic career hard roads and footpaths in 1972 on a tough road 1986 John Burnell. perienced achilles tendon­ “watch that achilles heel” ! and in particular a non- course from the Black­ O w l— 1981 Helen Al- itis previously the warning cambered surface. Keep Below: A brilliant run by S.A.’s Bob Lange blitzed the wood Community Hall as derson. 1982 Judy Daly. signs were not heeded. I Treating the Achilles off synthetic surfaces as opposition intheM 35,1500 metres, taking out the gold art of the Bill Stratfold 1983 Judy Daly. 1984 am firmly convinced now Tendon Injury: much as possible. medal in 3.58.60, at the National Titles earlier this year. E>ay program. In 1981 the lary that this injury can be pre­ 1. Stop running! As an 3. Stretch before, dur­ race was conducted in the Beck. 1986 Mary Rhodes. vented and that it starts in alternative training method ing and after training, in the calf muscle (gastroc­ use non-weight bearing particular calves and ten­ nemius and soleus) with forms of exercise: i.e. dons. Carry out flexibility something as simple as exercise bike and swim­ exercises from lower back tightness and soreness. ming. through hips to ankles and Prior to my experience 2. Raise the heel: addit­ feet. Make use of a wobble with the achilles injury I ional heel insert inside the board frequently. did have problems with the shoe and wear shoes which 4. Massage lower leg at calf which resulted in a do have a heel and not flat- least twice per week to pre­ muscle tear. Over the en­ soled shoes. vent build up of lactates suing 8 years I have had 3. Seek professional and to locate any tight or “niggling” problems and help. Accupuncture! sore areas. Massage feet all after experiencing tight 4. Work- on flexibility regularly! and sore calves. The sore­ ness in the achilles is usual­ ly a secondary injury caused by another source, i.e. tight calves. In treating this injury it is vital to treat the cause and not just the obvious effect. S.A. veterans ‘ ‘Alternative’ ’ medicine (e.g. Accupuncture, Chi­ ropractic, Naturopathy etc.), I have found, has a 10k. host day lot to offer as a supplement (or even replacement on Once again the unpredictable occasions) to the usual weather made conditions for the medical/paramedical re­ sponses to sports injuries. Annual 10 k. Host Day very difficult for After trying numerous competitors, and certainly unpleasant physiotherapists, and using for spectators. traditional methods with little success, I have now come to the conclusion that John Burnell blitzed the weather conditions, the the achilles tendon can be opposition in the Veter­ customary organisation by best treated successfully ans’ category to win the the usual reliable club with accupuncture. M40 division, and the race members made the event Two options are open in 34.20, defeating a extremely successful. As here depending on personal gallant Frank Boswell did the presentations and preference: the traditional (M40) by a mere 50 secs., the generous donation by Chinese method or accu­ with Jim Kennedy M45 our jovial patron Con puncture with electrodes third in 36.23. Polites. performed by an enlighten­ George Adams, with a — by John Rhodes ed Physio or Sports Medico. smart 38.09 took the M50 I have tried both methods age-group, Roy Sutcliffe, Results: and have found the tradit­ the M55, another great ional method with needles run by Lloyd Frisby, of VETERAN MEN 10,000m longer lasting and more 39.32 in the M60 and an 1 J. Burnell *M40 ...... 34.20 thorough but it takes long­ even more meritorious 2 Frank Boswell M40 ... 35.10 effort from the ageless 3 Jim Kennedy *M45 ... 36.23 er. 4 George Adams *M50 .38.09 If time is of the essence Harry Snelgar, M70 in the 5 S. Miller (PA) M50 ... 38.22 (and don’t we all want to be time of 49.48. 6 John Smith (V)M 50.. 39.17 back on the track yester­ Mary Leith was first 7 John Pearce M40 ..... 39.21 day!) I have found physio­ female over the line in the 8 Lloyd Frisby *M60 .. 39.32 therapy in conjunction with 5 k. (Women) and winner 9 Bob Auld M50 ...... 39.49 of the W40 in 21.07, 10 R. Sutcliffe *M55 ..... 40.06 accupuncture successful. 11 Frank Murphy M50 ... 40.51 One other point may need followed by S.A. Vets’ Secretary, Leonie Byrnes, 12 Don Parker M55 ...... 41.08 to be considered here: to 13 Wai Beames M60 .... 42.28 also the W35 age-group date a registered Accu- 14 John Rhodes M45 .... 44.10 puncturists fees cannot be winner and Mary Rhodes, 15 Paul Boyce M45 ...... 45.57 W40 a gallant third in the 16 Eddie Cross M45 ..... 47.32 claimed on any medical very trying conditions at benefits, whereas the 17 Kurt Postler M55 ..... 47.37 this stage. 18 Harry Snelgar *M70 .. 49.48 Physio or Sports Medico Bob Lange (M35), in a 19 Max Barnes M65 ...... 55.12 using accupunture within great exhibition of front their treatment can be running, won the open VETERAN WOMEN 5000m claimed. Who ever said event 32.21 in pouring 1 Mary Leigh *W 40..... 21.07 life was fair! rain, with notable 2 Leonie Byrnes *W35 . 22.23 The last thing an athlete performances by Peter 3 Mary Rhodes W40 .... 22.28 wishes to hear are the Hooper and Ivan Hall to 4 Sheila Malbut *W50 .. 23.12 words “ stop running” , but 5 Helen Barnes W35 .... 25.44 win the Dave Boyd 6 M. Parker *W45 ...... 26.02 from my experience in try­ Trophy. 7 N. Sutcliffe *W55 ..... 29.33 ing to train through this Despite the adverse type of injury it is good ad­ * = Age Group winners vice. Training through soreness in the achilles will AROUND THE GROUNDS IN VICTORIA WITH PETER COLTHUP Victorian Veterans’ Victorian Veterans run-ride-run Half Marathon VFL PARK, 7 SEPTEMBER, 1986 Victorian Veterans Athletic Club’s Croydon competition ensued. Eric PRINCES PARK, CARLTON — 31st AUGUST, 1986 venue held an inaugural Run-Ride-Run Series Greaves established an .05 for Veteran Athletes on Sunday, 7 September, sec. lead over Geoff W30 1986. Venue was the service roads around the Wimpey, after completing The Victorian Veter­ 9 Eddie McNabb 42 85.32 the first run section, with ans’ Annual Half Mar­ I Judith Foley 34 98.03 10 John Cecchini 43 86.07 well known V.F.L. Park grounds In Melbourne W35 Ken Emery a further .34 athon, was held at 11 Jim McGregor 40 88.07 (Mulgrave) where, the previous day, 61,000 sec. back. The longer bike Princes Park, Carlton, 1 Noella Young 38 94.44 88.08 98.44 12 Tony Doyle 42 people had seen Fitzroy steal the elimination leg revealed some hidden on Sunday, 31st 2 Linda Malmberg 35 13 John Manning 40 88.28 final from Essendon by one point 3 Coral Monk 38 107.42 talents (and latent gear- August, and although 14 Bob Schickert 44 89.14 changing difficulties) for weather conditions 4 Christine Griffith 37 113.49 15 Ian Mathews 41 89.29 W40 men and women vets. were generally fine, a 16 Dennis Kearney 43 92.47 Early preparation on the overcast weather. Noticeable improvers on 2 cold northerly wind 1 Thelma Callanan 43 97.03 17 Ray Rogers 41 94.18 day ensured that both the Mike Hall and John 44 97.50 wheels were Dave Her­ made it difficult for 2 Cynthia Cameron 18 Terry Vallence 40 94.50 run and bike ride courses Cramp were separated by bert; of Spring vale Vets.; competitors on the W45 19 Doug Smidt 41 94.55 were clearly marked and only .01 sec. after the first from 20th to 9th to event­ long section of the two 1 Judy Wines 48 101.31 20 Emie Jeffs 41 106.43 barracaded off. Athletes 2.6 k. run, but Hall’s 49 116.04 ual 10th finisher; Barry mile circuit. 2 Anne Callaghan M45 had to complete 1.3 kilo­ strength on the bike show­ Callanan of Croydon Vets 1 John Waite 45 80.35 metre laps of the immed­ ed through and he had from 18th to 8th to event­ W55 opened up a .40 sec. lead 1 Shirley Young 55 101.03 2 Jack Fredrickson 47 81.46 iate perimeter of the foot­ ual 9th finisher, and Unfortunately, the clash 3 Ray Harbert 47 82.35 ball ground for their run over the improving Leigh Laurie Telfer of Spring- with the popular Festival M35 4 Bert Smith 45 84.06 legs and 3.4 kilometre Cassidy. Mike Hall main­ vale vets from 9th to 4th to City Marathon, in Ade­ 1 Gerry Surridge 35 70.52 5 Tom Gorman 46 86.22 loops of the external ser­ tained his lead to win in 34 eventual 5 th. laide, restricted the field to 2 Lew Harvey 37 74.22 6 Greg Wishart 48 89.40 vice roads for the bike mins. 08 sec. from Leigh Male placings were: seventy-nine starters. 3 Gary Snowden 39 80.05 7 Ces McKeown 46 97.44 legs. Cassidy 2nd in 34 mins. Eric Greaves 1st in a very 4 Keith Alexander 35 80.11 8 George Corr 45 99.00 The run course was 58 sec. and the fast finish­ creditable 80 mins. 12 5 John Monk 39 81.44 9 Dave Herbert 45 101.24 relatively flat. However, ing Cec McKeown 3rd in sec., the consistent Ken Latest pre-vet sensation 6 John Hall 39 83.36 10 Lindsay Thomas 45 104.34 the organisers had incor­ 36 min. 23 sec. Gerry Sunidge (35) won Emery, 2nd in 81 min. 05 7 Ian Heafield 38 84.10 M50 porated some hills in the First woman, in this sec. and Frank Plant 3rd in the race comfortably from 8 Ron Cruickshank 38 84.55 1 Ken Fraser 51 83.35 bike legs, including one category in the time of 42 proven performers, Lew 81 min. 24 sec. 9 Graeme Pinchbeck 38 86.56 2 John Irvine 50 84.04 little sharp climb which min. 26 sec., was Kathy First woman to cross the Harvey (37), and Terry 10 Warwick Stagg 38 87.44 3 Chas McRae 53 84.46 reduced some bike riders Prestegar, who led from line was Thelma Callanan Harrison (40). II Demmy Martin 38 88.23 4 Ron Wilson 50 90.30 to pushers. Small sections start to finish from Heather in 1 hr. 46 min. 27 sec., 12 Laurie Telfer 38 89.24 5 Colin Silcock 53 93.55 of corrugation also proved White 2nd in 42 min. 42 followed by Judy Wines Another new face to the 13 Ian Prestegar 38 93.59 6 Eddie Stack 51 97.48 to some of those trim, slim sec. and Pauline Brown 2nd in 1 hr. 51 min. 03 ever increasing Veteran 14 Peter Logan 35 94.50 7 Wai Malmberg 52 99.35 athletes that it might pay to 3rd in 44 min. 02 sec. sec. and Coral Monk 3rd scene was first female 15 Paul Davies 37 94.58 8 George Simons 51 118.27 keep some extra padding Thirty two brave and in 1 hr. 52 min. 42 sec. overall, Noella Young 16 Greg Holmes 39 95.19 M55 on certain parts of the hearty men and women Many thanks to Ken and (38), in 94.44, followed 17 Richard Todd 38 98.47 1 Ron Young 55 83.44 anatomy. faced the starter for the Judy Walters, Thelma by the consistent Thelma 18 Bany Callanan 36 103.00 2 Terry Gibney 57 89.54 Nineteen competitors longer circuit of run 5.2 Callanan and the small Callanan (W40) and Ultra Paul Gibney (INV) 39 89.54 3 Bob Lewis 58 95.23 faced the starter in the kms.; ride 20.4 kms.; and army of volunteers on the distance star Cynthia 4 John Kerr 57 103.00 short course event consist­ run 5.2 kms. day who helped to make Cameron (W40). M40 5 Norm McLeish 55 116.47 ing of run 2.6 k.; ride 6.8 Weather conditions had this event such a success. 1 Terry Harrison 40 75.06 M60 k.; and run 2.6 k., in cool improved and keen 2 John Castle 40 78.45 — Barry Callanan Congratulations to Race 1 Randall Hughes 62 94.06 3 Tom Kerr 42 79.20 M65 Results: Director Graeme Noden 4 Gary Hyde 42 79.22 26 J. Wines (2nd F.) 24.46 88.57 111.03 and his team of veterans 1 Ted McDonald 67 97.46 27 P. & W. Brown 27.20 88.59 112.07 5 Mick Whiteoak 41 81.07 M70 Long course race Run Ride Run from the Mentone venue* 6 Jim McLure 40 82.09 28 Coral Monk (3rd F.) 23.25 87.46 112.42 1 Alan Burgoyne 72 94.33 1 E. Greaves (1st M.) 17.41 61.19 80.12 29 Anne Callaghan 27.45 for an efficiendy organis­ 7 Kevin Fagan 43 83.48 100.5 126.04 ed event. 2 Jack Bennett 71 109.44 2 Ken Emery (2nd M.) 18.20 61.51 81.05 30 Margaret Bristow 27.32 104.10 141.06 8 Rob Waters 40 85.27 3 F. Plant (3rd M.) 18.42 61.02 81.24 John Spiller (Lap Short) 26.58 67.48 83.53 4 Richard Huggins 18.37 65.23 83.47 Ron Martin (Blow Out) 20.07 DNF 5 Laurie Telfer 19.13 65.21 84.06 6 Geoff Wimpey 17.46 65.21 84.12 Short Course Race Run Ride Run 7 Peter White 19.09 65.22 84.26 1 M. Hall (1st M.) 9.03 24.37 34.08 8 Frank Allen 18.46 68.02 87.51 2 L. Cassidy (2nd M.) 9.33 25.06 34.58 Coming 9 Barry Callanan 20.57 66.46 89.45 3 C. 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