VISION for Everybody... enriching lives through sport. MISSION To promote and develop participation through the provision of products and services of the highest quality. GOALS • Identify and respond to the needs of clubs and other Gymsport providers • Develop an effective and efficient national service delivery network • Provide comprehensive National and International programs • Design and implement e-business solutions • Identify and develop new business OFFICE BEARERS Patron: R.J. (Bob) Ellicott National Office Staff Chief Executive Officer Jane Allen Board of Directors(January-December 2003) Financial Consultant Graeme Ainslie Chairman Murray Chessell (end of Term - May 03) Ken Williamson (appointed - May 03) Business Manager Matthew Connell Deputy Chairman George Tatai (appointed - May 03) Finance Sue James Elected Delegates Michelle Telfer (appointed - May 03) Administrator/Graphics Danni Watts (resigned - Oct 03) Merchandise Suimai Hare Wayne Hill (appointed - Oct 03) Development Manager Jenny Collins Peter Ruttledge Education/Gymskools Linda Pettit Grant Harrison AeroSkools Coordinator Karon Williams Special Delegates Brennon Dowrick Club 10 Project Officer (North) Nerine Cooper Margot Foster Club 10 Project Officer (South) Bradley Edwards Sport Management Committee Chairpersons Events/Membership Manager Shaun Doyle Men’s Artistic Tim Quinlivan Membership Officer Danni Hanna Women’s Artistic Helen Colagiuri IT Club Support Ben Kerswill Rhythmic Robyn Pride General Gym Jenny Collins Sport Manager Karen Myers Sport Aerobics Karon Williams Program Managers: Trampoline Sports Chuck Smith Men’s John Curtin (resigned Oct) Sports Acrobatics Terry Jamieson Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Karen Myers Rhythmic Gymnastics Danni Watts FIG Representatives General Gymnastics Jenny Collins FIG Council Murray Chessell Sport Aerobics Matthew Connell FIG Women’s TC Kym Dowdell Trampoline Sports Russell Smart FIG GG Committee Jenny Collins Sports Acrobatics Russell Smart Athletes Commission National Coaches Brennon Dowrick (Chairman) Women’s National Coach Peggy Liddick Jo Hughes Trampoline National Coach Nikolay Zhuravlev Danielle LeRay Ji Wallace Anthony Ikin

Affiliations Intl. Gymnastics Federation (FIG) Sports Industry (SIA) Pacific Alliance of National Gymnastics Federation (PANGF) Aust. Olympic Committee (AOC) Commonwealth Gymnastics Confederation (CGC) Assoc. of National Aerobic Championships (ANAC) Aust. Association (ACGA) International Aerobic Federation (IAF)

Gymnastics Australia CONTENTS

Chairman & CEO Report ...p3 Our Partner’s in Sport ...p5 2005 Artistic World Championships ...p6

SPORT Sport Manager’s Report ...p7 2003 Key Performances ...p8 Men’s Artistic Gymnastics ...p9 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics ...p11 Rhythmic Gymnastics ...p13 General Gymnastics ...p15 Sport Aerobics Report ...p17 Trampoline Sports Report ...p19 Sports Acrobatics Report ...p21

BUSINESS Business Manager’s Report ...p23 2003 Membership Statistics ...p24

DEVELOPMENT Development Manager’s Report ...p25

EVENTS Events Manager’s Report ...p27

STATE ASSOCIATIONS Australian Capital Territory ...p29 New South ...p30 Northern Territory ...p31 Queensland ...p32 South Australia ...p33 Tasmania ...p34 Victoria ...p35 Western Australia ...p36

APPENDICES Sport Results ...p37 Membership Statistics ...p45 Extract from Audited Financial Report ...p46 Financial Statement ...p49 Gymnastics Australia Awards ...p50

2003 Year in Review 2 Chairman & Chief Executive Officer’s Report 2003 will always be remembered as the year Australian gymnastics broke through their “glass ceiling” when the National Women’s team captured the bronze medal in the team event at the World Championships. This clearly has paved the way for future teams in all gymsports to strive for World Championship success.

Increased membership and club development, in conjunction Ken Williamson Jane Allen with continued international success for our leading athletes, Chairman CEO created very strong momentum as we entered the Olympic year. May 2003 September 1997

SPORT was awarded FIG continental wild cards DEVELOPMENT for both positions. In the Olympic qualifying year, Australia Special mention should also be made of Our national Club 10 accreditation received mixed results in their four Lauren Farry’s three individual gold scheme was integrated into the club Olympic sports. medals at the ANAC and FISAF World affiliation process across Australia for Championships and AFLAC International the first time. After a two year pilot continued his outstanding Cup. These results enhanced Australia’s involving 60 clubs, 523 clubs have now career with strong, consistent already strong reputation in the Sport entered into this program and they will performances on the circuit Aerobic international community. receive various services and benefits which led to a 4th place in the High Bar commensurate to their “Star” rating. apparatus final at the World 2005-2008 NESC Quadrennial Planning Championships. The high standard final In collaboration with our State was extremely close - any of the top four The last six months of 2003 were Associations who remain our key athletes could have won gold. Philippe’s devoted to developing our national high registered Training Providers, our focus result helped lift the moral of the men’s performance plans for the 2005-2008 for the year was the refinement and team who had a disappointing World cycle. In particular, we participated in enhancement of the administrative Championship campaign. the NESC Quadrennial Planning forums procedures associated with our national involving the ASC, AIS, State Institutes education courses. A national course From the beginning of their World and Academies. This involved extensive sanction process was introduced by GA Championship preparation it was clear communication and debate amongst our supported by the development of a that the 2003 Women’s team was a High Performance committees and AIS/ national course presenter team to special unit. A mixture of youth and SIS/SAS network. The main thrust of our ensure our accreditation courses deliver experience is always a strong ingredient National Plan was the restructure of the quality education. for success and this was no exception. AIS Men’s and Women’s program. This and led the planning process will continue into 2004. BUSINESS team magnificently, with youngsters Monette Russo and Belinda Archer High Performance Network We continue to enjoy a steady increase coming of age with outstanding in our membership. Over 80 clubs now performances under extreme pressure. We continue to have strong partnerships register “on line” and GA, with the The bronze medal was a fitting reward with the Australian Institute of Sport, assistance of the State Associations, for all team members and their dedicated Victorian Institute of Sport, Queensland continues to refine the membership coaching staff led by National Coach Academy of Sport, NSW Institute of process and support systems. Member Peggy Liddick. Sport and Western Australian Institute benefits were also enhanced with the of Sport in the delivery of our Men’s and introduction of an interactive CD Both Philippe Rizzo (FIG wild card Women’s programs. Without the membership card. nomination) and the Women’s Team financial commitment of this network qualified for the 2004 Olympics. and the relevant State Associations, our Our national insurance program athletes would not receive the support provides a very valuable membership After the Rhythmic and Trampoline World that is necessary for success at benefit for our clubs and participants. Championships, Australia qualified international level. The challenge remains to contain the Penelope Blackmore (RG) and Lesley Daly costs whilst introducing strong risk (TRP) for the 2004 Olympics after Australia management practices.

3 Gymnastics Australia An international licensing program BOARD AND GOVERNANCE to prepare its athletes for the 2006 involving our education and national Commonwealth Games. programs was introduced at the end of the There were six Board meetings throughout Acromat remains a great supporter year. This will strengthen our relationships the year. An Executive committee and of Gymnastics Australia and they with our neighboring countries and also other committees ensured that Board continue to provide first class generate new income streams for us. operations were closely aligned to equipment for all our events. Elite Further work will be done in 2004 in the corporate governance standards. Sportswear through its brand “GK” South East Asia region. provides valuable support in outfitting At the AGM in May, the constitution, only our national teams in first class EVENTS allowing three 2 year terms for the competition attire. President, called for a change and Murray The organisation of the 2005 Artistic World Chessell stepped down as President of ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Championships remained a major priority Gymnastics Australia. The Vice President for GA, the WC2005 Organising Committee Ken Williamson was elected as Chairman. In closing, Gymnastics Australia established event plans, appointing their acknowledges the tremendous Marketing Agents and launching the event Murray gave outstanding service in the role support that it has received from our to the international community at the 2003 of President through some very challenging State Associations, clubs and World Championships. times and GA is extremely indebted to him members along with the many for his leadership, wisdom and volunteers that underpin our sport. Gymnastics Australia will also be involved commitment to our sport. Murray has not in the staging of the 2006 Commonwealth been lost to gymnastics as he accepted the Finally, we acknowledge the Games Gymnastic program and has role as Chairman of the 2005 World commitment and dedication of the entered into an agreement with Championship Organising Committee. GA Board, SMC members and 2006 Organising Committee to national office staff, all of whom deliver these services. FINANCES played a very important role in the delivery of a successful year for During the year a major review of our GA was pleased to return a small surplus Gymnastics Australia. national events program was conducted by for the 2003 calendar year of $30,790 GA in conjunction with our Sports against a budgeted deficit of $50,841. KEN WILLIAMSON Management Committees and State CHAIRMAN Associations. A new format for our National GA remains reliant on the Australian Sports Championships will be introduced in 2004 Commission for the funding of its JANE ALLEN that will see all events (with the exception development projects and High CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER of Trampoline Sports) condensed into two Performance programs. We are also major championships. It is hoped this will indebted to the AOC and ACGA for their enhance promotional opportunities as well continued support. The ACGA Target 2006 as reducing the workload of national and funding program was launched in July and state event personnel. GA received a considerable financial boost

2003 MAJOR OUTCOMES Business - Continued growth in both our athlete (4%) and technical membership (6%) registrations. - Establishment of additional income streams generated via an international licensing program involving our coach education and gymsport programs. - Introduction of an Interactive CD membership card developed and distributed to our members. Development - National release of the Club 10 scheme to all affiliated clubs and integration of the scheme into state operations. - Development of a Club 10 Officer’s operational manual via a web based facility. - Introduction of a national course sanction process for all national accreditation courses in an effort to lift the standards of our education delivery system. Sport - Australia’s first World Championship team medal in the Women’s team final at 2003 World Championships. - Consistent outstanding performances by Philippe Rizzo on the men’s World Cup circuit and Lauren Farry on the Sport Aerobics international circuit. Events - 13% increase in entries into our National Championships - Combining of the National Championships to stage two major events each year. - Introduction of an International Cheerleading competition involving USA teams - Introduction of the International Levels Challenge involving Australia’s top national levels athletes.

2003 Year in Review 4

2005 ARTISTIC WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS The WC2005 will be staged in Melbourne from the 21st-27th November 2005 at the Rod Laver Arena, by Gymnastics Australia under the auspices of the world governing body, the Federation Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG).

The event will be conducted over 7 days and involve approximately 400 athletes (Men and Women) competing in an All Around Competition and Apparatus Finals.

The event will be managed by a WC2005 Organising Committee which will be supported by Gymnastics Australia event staff. Volunteers from clubs around Australia will be recruited to help conduct the event. Volunteer Expression of Interest brochures were produced and formed part of the 2004 Technical Membership Benefit Event Poster - Launched in Anaheim & distributed to all Australian Clubs. package which was distributed in early December 2003.

The 2003 World Championships in Anaheim provided Gymnastics Australia with the opportunity to launch the 2005 Artistic World Championships to the International Gymnastics Community. The mascots we’re introduced and the ‘look and feel’ of the event was well received by all in attendance.

An official website has been established which can be accessed via the Gymnastics Australia website www.gymnastics.org.au.

WC2005 Organising Committee Gymnastics Australia are working in conjunction Chairman Murray Chessell with the FIG and the Victorian Government CEO Jane Allen Championship Director Shaun Doyle Competition Director George Tatai Victorian Government Fiona Humphris Tourism Victoria Melissa Kerr City Of Melbourne Rebecca Sherwill Victorian Major Events Lydia Dowse Melbourne 2006 Larry Sengstock

KENNY THE KOALA ELLIE THE ECHIDNA Kenny loves gymnastics & being fit. BILL THE PLATYPUS Ellie is a show-off. She is very He is a happy guy & is great at Bill is a bit of a clown. He loves to energetic, loud & competitive. She encouraging his friends; especially try new things, but usually his bill gets wants to be a star & demands those less confident like Bill. He is in the way. He is often clumsy & attention. She is popular & loves to competitive & always rises to the falls over. Although he is shy, he gets play with her mates. challenge. up and tries again. Karen Myers Sport Manager SPORT REPORT 2003 was an exciting and challenging year for gymnastics with athletes striving for Olympic qualification, Sport Management Committees (SMC) reviewing their programs and resources for the next cycle and clubs experiencing the ultimate experience of the World Gymnaestrada.

Program Management National Teams/Squads are followed correctly by all our athletes. The Program Managers are Throughout the year, the GA Throughout the year, all gymsports responsible for ensuring all team of Program Managers conducted a large number of information required by ASDA is worked hard to support their national training camps and communicated to the athletes. Sports Management overseas tours in preparation for Committees to deliver the World Championships or to assist In Closing programs, events and services national junior and senior squad that our community has come development. There have been some outstanding to expect. performances throughout the year Preparation for the 2006 by our athletes. Special mention Program Managers, in Commonwealth Games began in must be made of Philippe Rizzo, the conjunction with their SMCs, late 2003 with the acceptance by Australian Women’s Team and conducted their yearly reviews the ACGA of our Target 2006 plans Lauren Farry. Their achievements in and updates of the necessary for MAG, WAG and RG. 2003 at their various world cup or documentation that underpins world championship competitions the sports such as selection 2004 Olympic Preparation has lifted Australian Gymnastics to policies, technical regulations, a new level. national squad and Although only affecting our four competition handbooks and Olympic sports, preparation for this operational plans. major event has been very time consuming and intense. The Sports An average of four SMC Manager has been appointed meetings were held during the Section Manager for the 2004 year by each gymsport with a Gymnastics Team and therefore has National Joint Technical been involved in the following: Meeting held in June by Gymnastics Australia to allow • AOC Team Management all sports to discuss major meetings issues such as technical • Section Manager briefings education, planning, budgets, • AOC selection process Sport Program Managers events, GA website and • Team processing national squad information • Team administration eg uniform Men John Curtin and communication. and travel Women Karen Myers Rhythmic Danni Watts On behalf of the Program ASDA General Gym Jenny Collins Managers, thanks are Gymnastics Australia continues to Aerobics Matt Connell extended to all the volunteer work closely with ASDA and the GA Trampoline Russell Smart SMC members for their Medical Officer to ensure that our Acrobatics Russell Smart valuable time and expertise. anti doping policies and procedures

7 Gymnastics Australia 2003 Key Performances

2003 Year in Review 8 Men’s Artistic Gymnastics 2003 was indeed a year of highs and lows. Individually, Philippe Rizzo continues to achieve outstanding results on the international stage. His gold medal in the Paris World Cup on and his 4th place finish in the Horizontal Bar Final at the World Championship with a score just 0.075 pts from a Gold medal, were the highlights. Serious injuries to key gymnasts hampered our Senior team’s preparation and performance at the World Championships. Our Junior gymnasts achieved terrific results at the Australian Youth Olympic Festival, OBI and Junior Japan competitions. John Curtin resigned as the National Program Director in October. He contributed significantly to the development of the National Program and promoted the growth of many of the HPC’s and gymnastic programs around the country. With the absence of a National Coach, John also assumed the responsibility of coordinating the preparation of the Senior National Team. Over the years, John has been of enormous assistance to the MAG SMC and will be sorely missed. Pavel Mamin retired from competitive gymnastics after more than 6 years of representing Australia internationally. Career highlights include 2 Commonwealth Games and 2 World Championships. Pavel was Australian Senior Champion in 2000 and continues his involvement in gymnastics by coaching in the ACT. SIA MEMBERS AWARD – Melb (March) scoring 0.1 higher than the NKL Team in the Sports Management P.Rizzo was recognised publicly for his stellar competition with M.Jozwiak and P.Hum Committee performances in 2002, at the 2003 Australian placing 2nd and 3rd respectively in the AA Program Manager Sport Awards, held in Melbourne in March. competition. John Curtin Phil was the recipient of the Sport Industry OPEN LEVELS TOUR - Calgary, Canada Technical Director Australia’s Members’ Award for Individual (10-19 March 2003) Tim Quinlivan Achievement. The Open Levels Tour to Calgary, CAN for the Judging Coordinator JURASSIC CLASSIC CHALLENGE – Calgary, Jurassic Classic was a very successful tour Daren Wolfe Canada (14-15 March) providing a great experience for all members Technical Services Officer AUS finished 3rd behind the more of the team. The AUS Open Team won the Kath Graham experienced teams of CAN and the USA. AUS combined divisions team competition with Coaching Coordinator gymnasts however, performed well in the T.Lawrie winning his division and R. Lewis Peter Abbott apparatus finals. J.Moss was our best- being the top scoring AUS coming 3rd in his performed gymnast in the AA competition, division in the AA competition. Judging Committee whilst D.Smith was our sole gold medallist on 2003 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS: Los Judging Coordinator and S.Simpson performed very well to Angeles, USA (16-24 August 2003) Daren Wolfe win three medals in as many finals with Moss The team of P.Rizzo, P.Mamin, J.Moss, I. Bartlett Judges Education Officer winning bronze on H-Bar. and three first-timers: J.Carroll, J.Jefferis (QAS) Brian Wade FRENCH INTERNATIONAL – Paris, and S.Simpson (QAS), in general performed Judging Services Officer - Intl (15–16 March) well although finishing 22nd with a team score Paul Szyjko P.Rizzo, P.Mamin and D.Istria represented of 213.8. The first four apparatus were terrific Judging Services Officer - Nat Australia at this prestigious World Cup event with only a single counting fall. Rizzo qualified Julian Fritz in Paris. Rizzo was once again successful on for the Horizontal Bar final and finished 4th by High Bar, finishing equal 1st in the final with the narrowest margin with a score of 9.70 National Coaching Staff Oleksander Beresch from Ukraine with 9.700. (Top four places were within 0.075 of each Sergei Chinkar (QAS) D.Istria returned to international competition other). Warwick Forbes (AIS) for the first time since August to finish 13th on WORLD UNIVERSITY GAMES – Daegu, Xiong Songliang (NSWIS) Vault with a 9.200 average in the qualification Korea (27-30 August 2003) Igor Bespalov (WAHPC) round. P.Mamin scored 9.250 on J.Carroll, J.Moss, A.Booysen and A.Mullen Greg Corsiglia (VIS) amongst a very strong field of competitors. competed well in the Team competition Paul Szyjko (SA) TURNIER DER MEISTER - Cottbus, finishing 16th with a total of 154.95. Carroll (21-23 March) had a terrific competition finishing 18th with 2003 Major Highlights & D.Istria qualified 5th for the H-Bar final with 53.325 in the AA after flying straight from Achievements 9.137 and went one better in the final the Worlds and A.Mullen 29th with 49.975. finishing 4th with 9.125. Istria performed well AUSTRALIAN YOUTH OLYMPIC JUNIOR JAPAN INTERNATIONAL – on Vault again, scoring an average of 9.319 FESTIVAL – (January 2003) Yokohama, Japan (14-15 September) and finished 10th. P.Mamin improved his This competition was an outstanding In the AA competition, J.Jefferis finished 4th performance on Rings, posting 9.450 for a success for our junior team with overall with a score of 52.70 while S.Offord 12th place finish, barely missing the cut for the extremely pleasing performances from finished 14th with 48.30 in a strong final. our future stars against teams from JPN competition. In the individual apparatus OBI CUP - Berlin, Germany (5 April) and CHN. AUS was represented by: finals, Jefferis qualified for four finals and The AUS junior men’s team of M. Jozwiak, Team 1 (J.Jefferis, S.Simpson, S.Offord, won silver on and Rings and Offord P.Hum, S.Offord and D.Read placed a credible D.Read) and Team 2 (A.Janssen, qualified for the Floor and Vault finals. T.Pichler, P.Hum and M.Donnet). Team 4th from 17 teams at the 2003 OBI Team Cup 1 performed great as a team hitting 22 in Berlin. The best AUS in the AA was DTB WORLD CUP – Stuttgart, Germany from 24 routines and winning the silver M.Jozwiak who ranked in the top 3 gymnasts (December) medal behind a strong Japanese team. in division 2. P.Rizzo won two Silver on the P-Bars and H- Jefferis was the outstanding gymnast AUS V NKL LIESTAL - Liestal, Bar. Rizzo placed 2nd in the P-Bars final eight for AUS winning a gold on P-Bars and (12th April) and 2nd in the Super final and in the H- Bar bronze in the AA and Rings. The AUS junior men’s team of M. Jozwiak, final eight, Phil was placed 1st and narrowly P.Hum, S.Offord and D.Read performed well lost the Super Final by 0.038 pts.

9 Gymnastics Australia 2003 ANNUAL AWARDS...

Snr Intl Gymnast of the Year Philippe Rizzo (NSW) Jnr Intl Gymnast of the Year Josh Jefferis (QLD) Intl Coach of the Year Vladimir Vatkin (AIS) Strength Levels Coach of the Year Martin Shields (NSW) Coach Encouragement Igor Bespalov (WA) Judges Hall of Fame Inductees John Hargreaves (TAS) Kathleen Graham (ACT)

2003 NATIONAL SQUAD MEMBERS... Senior Squad A: Philippe Rizzo (NSW/AIS) John Carroll (WAHPC) Damian Istria (QLD/QAS) Josh Jefferis (QLD/QAS) Senior Squad B: Ian Bartlett (NSW/AIS) Sam Simpson (QLD/QAS) Adrian Looney (QLD/QAS) Pavel Mamin (QLD/AIS) Joel Moss (ACT/AIS) Dane Smith (QLD/QAS) Slavic Shorinov (VIC/AIS) U/18 Squad A: (QLD/QAS) Sam Offord (SA/AIS) Thomas Pichler (QLD/QAS) U/18 Squad B: Daniel Read (ACT/AIS) Philippe Rizzo (NSW) Ian Greenwell (WAHPC) 2003 Australian Men’s Vincent Van Berkel (VIC/VIS) Champion Jack Coates (QLD/QAS) Michael Donnet (QLD/QAS) SWISS CUP AND ARTHUR GANDER In the apparatus finals, gold medals were U/17 Squad A: MEMORIAL – Switzerland (November) Chris Martin (NSW/NSWIS) achieved by T.Pichler on Floor Exercise and P.Rizzo won a Special Award for his P-Bars S.Offord on Rings. Presanth won silver Tristan Skalina (QLD/QAS) routine (9.525) at the Arthur Gander medals on P-Horse and Rings, while Sam won (NSW/NSWIS) Invitational. At the Swiss Cup, Rizzo and his a Bronze on Vault. U/17 Squad B: British partner (Vanessa Hobbs) finished 7th with Peter Hum (SA) a team total of 53.025. Ryan Wong (QLD/QAS) OPEN TOUR – NZL (August 2003) In Closing U/15 Squad A: The AUS Open Team travelled to NZL and It is evident from the numerous international Martin Jozwiak (WAHPC) competed in the Auckland Regional achievements outlined above, that our Jonathan Chien (SA) Championships on 23 – 24 August 2003. The National Program is successful in a great many areas. 2004 will be a very important Matthew Bonham (NSW/NSWIS) AUS teams competed extremely well with the two teams in the L9 competition taking out the year as we prepare for the next Olympic cycle. Matthew Curtis (QLD/QAS) MAG gymnasts, coaches, judges and U/15 Squad B: 1st and 2nd team places and the L8 team members also winning their competition. The administrators are charged with the Genya Bespalov (WAHPC) gymnasts also won an impressive number of responsibility of ensuring the positives of U/13 Squad A: apparatus places. 2003 are maintained and the areas needing Michael Mercieca (NSW) improvement are identified and addressed. Campbell Howieson (QLD) CUP – Canberra (12-13 Dec) Zacheri Photinos (QLD) Team members M.Jozwiak, T.Pichler, I. In closing, I would like to thank the MAG U/13 Squad B: Greenwell, J.Chien, S.Offord and apparatus Sports Management Committee and their sub committees for their efforts during the Aaron Gray (WA) specialist Presanth Sellathurai. Offord achieved th difficult periods of 2003. Sean O’Hara (SA) 6 in the AA competition with a score of 50.35.

2003 Year in Review 10 Women’s Artistic Gymnastics Each year seems to be busier than the one before and 2003 was no exception. International tours happened throughout the year in our preparation for World Championships. This preparation led to Australia’s first team medal at World Championships – congratulations must go to everyone concerned with the team and especially to the gymnasts. Throughout the year preparation of the new National Development Program was also happening. The program was finished in October and made available to our community in a CD format. Coaches Concluding Statement Sport Management Peggy Liddick An amazing year for WAG gymnastics Committee Misha Barabach in Australia. The culmination of so Nikolai Lapchine many years’ work by so many people Program Manager Shaoyi Jiang came when we saw our girls on the Karen Myers Valdimir Zakharov dais at World Championships. To the National Coach Yang Qing Hua gymnasts and coaches – Peggy Liddick congratulations. Technical Director Targeted 2006 Development Helen Colagiuri Squad In closing I would like to thank Judging Coordinator 2003 saw the formation of the everyone who contributed to the new Jill Wright Targeted 2006 Development Squad, National Development Program. This Education Development consisting of 16 international junior resource is truly a reflection of the Coordinator and junior national athletes attending needs of all States and all levels of Sue Synnot a series of training camps held gymnastics. Program Development throughout the year. These camps will Coordinator continue over the next 2 years in the As always I would like to thank the Michelle de Highden lead up to the 2006 Commonwealth National SMC, National Levels Games to ensure a strong foundation Committee and the Elite Management 2003 Annual Awards for our junior athletes. Committee – you are the workers and the planners for the development of Senior Intl Gymnast Program/Resources Developed our sport. Allana Slater (WA) The National Development Program Junior Intl Gymnast was developed out of the need for a My final thankyou is to the WAG Monette Russo (VIC) National Levels 1 – 3 Program. All Program Manager, Karen Myers and Intl Coaching Team States were included in a weekend to the staff at Gymnastics Australia. WAIS workshop from which program I can not imagine a harder working National Levels Gymnast content and design was decided or more supportive group of people. Iyrna Rytova (VIC) upon. The Program includes both our National Levels Coach National and International streams 2003 was an exciting year and I look Kylie Shabolt (QLD) and is available on CD. The CD forward to our continued success in includes the routines, judging all areas in 2004. deductions, coaching development Major Highlights/ skills and video footage of the Helen Colagiuri Achievements routines. 2003 World Championships – From this program a National Level 1 Team Bronze Judging Course was also developed. Gymnasts All WAG judging courses must now be Monette Russo (VIS) presented by nationally accredited Belinda Archer (AIS) presenters. A National Course Allana Slater (WAIS) Presenters Program has been Jacqui Dunn (AIS) developed which includes a generic (VIS) Presenters’ Workshop and a WAG Danielle Kelly (QAS) specific component. Two of these (QAS) - Injured Workshops were run in 2003.

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2003 NATIONAL SQUAD MEMBERS... Senior Belinda Archer (ACT/AIS) Jacqui Dunn (SA/AIS) Danielle Kelly (QLD/QAS) Stephanie Moorhouse (VIC/VIS) Melissa Munro (NSW/AIS) Aleea Newton (VIC/VIS) Karen Nguyen (VIC/VIS) Monette Russo (VIC/VIS) Lynn Silcock (VIC/MLC) Lisa Skinner (QLD/QAS) Allana Slater (WA/WAIS) Hayley Tyrell (NSW/AIS)

Junior Alyce Arrowsmith (QLD/MBC) Monique Blount (ACT/AIS) (VIC/VIS) Nadia Fairfax (NSW/AIS) Daria Joura (WA/WAIS) Amy Lauren (WA/WAIS) Emma Parker (NSW/AIS) Hayley Wright (QLD/QAS)

AIS - Australian Institute of Sport MBC - Moreton Bay College Allana Slater (WA) MLC - Methodist Ladies College 2003 Australian Women’s QAS - Queensland Academy of Sport Champion VIS - Victorian Institute of Sport WAIS - Western Australian Insitute of Sport

2003 Year in Review 12 Rhythmic Gymnastics 2003 was a busy competitive year for our Senior International Squad gymnasts attending 13 International competitions in preparation for the World Championships in Budapest. For our younger gymnasts, the AYOF was held in Sydney in January, followed by a tour to the USA. National Squad Camps were held in January (AYOF - Junior) and a performance readiness camp for the seniors in preparation for their European tour. In February, with thanks to the AOC, our Elite Judges and Coaches participated in an Olympic Solidarity Course, with guest lecturer Natalia Kuzmina. The Australian Championships were held in WA in July and the National Club Championships were hosted by QRGA in October. Our annual National Squad assessment camp was again successfully held in December and provided our gymnasts and coaches with valuable feedback for their development and training. held in Melbourne on the 22-23 February. In Closing Sports Management The invited participants were: Retirement: Tanya Vahala, coached by Committee NSW - R.Pride, N.Higham, E. Duffin, Lisa Bradley, started RG in 1989. In 1997 H.Turnbull, V.Sologuren, G. Peluso, she was the Junior Champion and Program Manager J.Mansfield, D.Halmu QLD - E.Papas, represented Australia in many Danni Watts P.Papas SA - J.Miecinski, T.Evans VIC - international events including the 2001 Technical Director M.Lanz, J.Duquemin, S. Button, L. Bradley and 2003 World Championships. We wish Robyn Pride WA - K.Murray, J.Edinger Tanya well and thank her for her Intl. Judging Coordinator dedication to the sport and development Margaret Lanz National Program Manual (NPM) of RG in Australia. Nat. Judging Coordinator It was necessary to bring the Level 10 into Ellena Papas line with the FIG Code as the value of many SMC Resignation:Lisa Bradley’s Program Coordinator elements had changed. The National dedication and enthusiasm towards her Lisa Bradley Program committee met in July and has projects on the SMC were very much Education Coordinator presented to the SMC, proposed changes appreciated. Her work ethic drove the Nicole Higham for the rewrite of the Manual for 2005. National Program Manual, Stages Manual, Multiples Package and the 2003 Annual Awards International/National events National Assessment Camps and ensured & Camps the R.G. website was constantly updated. Senior Gymnast of the Year National Clubs Championships Her extensive RG knowledge was an Penelope Blackmore (VIC) Queensland Rhythmic Gymnastics attribute to the SMC. As Lisa is the coach Junior Gymnast of the Year Academy again hosted the National Clubs of Australia’s highest ranked athlete, Lena Kotova (VIC) Championships. Thank-you to the Papas Penelope Blackmore, it is in Lisa’s best Elite Coach of the Year team who were outstanding and a special interests that she channel her energy Lisa Bradley (VIC) thankyou to Marjory and Ron Goward for purely to her gymnasts success in 2004. Levels Gymnast of the Year their exceptional administrative assistance We sincerely thank Lisa for her dedication Naazmi Johnson (NSW) during the event. Thank you QRGA for and service to the RG SMC. Levels Coach of the Year your commitment and support of the Edith Peluso (NSW) event. In Closing We faced many challenges both as a 2003 Major Highlights Australian Championships These were committee and independently on personal AYOF - January hosted by Gymnastics WA at Challenge levels and I cannot express sufficient AUS A: A. Lee-See (QLD), A. Stadium in 8-12 July. Thank-you to gratitude to my colleagues for their Khera (VIC), C. Holloway (WA), L. the staff and volunteers of WA who ensured commitment and support. Kotova (VIC) - Silver – 211.225 pts the event was a success. (See the The task of the SMC elected by the R.G. AUS B: K. Dolan (WA), A. appendices for the list of 2003 Australian community is one of many facets - to be McVeigh (NSW), J. Veal (NSW), R. Champions) great communicators, relationship Gysi (NSW)- Bronze – 177.100 pts builders, educators and leaders. The SMC AIS Assessment Camp – December is elected to present solutions not AOC Olympic Solidarity Course Ballet and Choreography/Dance problems. Rhythmic Gymnastics was offered a Assessments were a new innovation this grant from the AOC to hold a course year and will be continued components in Why do we choose to volunteer to play a for Elite Judges and Coaches. We camps in the lead up to 2006 role in our sport? To meet new people, were fortunate to secure our guest Commonwealth Games. Thank you to the help others, do fulfilling work, meet new lecturer Natalia Kuzmina, the former National Coaching staff and the Judges for challenges, use natural talents – Be active head coach of Russia in the 1980’s volunteering their time. The group of and involved and have fun! and vice-president of the R.G. identified T06 squad gymnasts stayed on All of which leads me to the notice of the European Union. The course provided for two days and worked on their team end of the cycle for the present Sport our judges and coaches with the building skills and some finer skill Management Committee in 2004. opportunity to better understand the development.Lisa Bradley coordinated complicated Code. The course was her. both camp programs and I thank for 2002her Aussie dedication GymFest and effort

13 Gymnastics Australia 2003 NATIONAL SQUAD MEMBERS*... Senior International Tanita Still (VIC) Chloe Hayes (WA) Penelope Blackmore (VIC) Amelia McVeigh (NSW) Emma McCarthy (WA) Eliza Gower (QLD) Kate Dolan (WA) Sara Jammal (NSW) Tanya Vahala (VIC) Heidi Meuwissen (NSW) Eloise Bankowski (QLD) Bree Robertson (NSW) Genevieve McManamey (NSW) Danielle Papadothomakus (SA) Kimberley Mason (NSW) Anyi Mai (WA) National Squad Rebecca Gysi (NSW) Shelley Williams (VIC) Amy Khera (VIC) Zarah Walker (QLD) Amanda Lee-See (QLD) Development Squad Olivia Milnes (VIC) Lyndsey Murton (NSW) Tanya Vulin (WA) Alice Simpson-Young (NSW) Courtney Holloway (WA) Elizabeth Cumming (WA) Danielle Prince (QLD) Lena Kotova (VIC) Keziah Oliver (QLD) *Listed in order of National ranking

Penelope Blackmore (VIC) 2003 Australian Senior International Rhythmic Champion

Grace

2003 Year in Review 14 General Gymnastics As with all other Gymsports, 2003 was another year for growth within General Gymnastics in regards to both registered athletes and coaches. A smaller (due to the world political environment), however just as committed Australian Team headed to the 2003 World Gymnaestrada held in Lisbon, during July and over 60 clubs participated in the 8th annual Gymnastics Week held during May. 2003 was certainly a busy and successful year for those involved in the Federation’s largest Gymsport. Following is a summary of key projects and development undertaken throughout the year.

the year compared to 376 in the previous were developed and available to clubs via Sports Management year. The number of accredited Level 1 the special event Web site. Throughout the Committee General Gymnastics Coaches has also week over 60 clubs actively promoted the Program Manager continued to grow with 178 being sport of gymnastics via a range of avenues. Jenny Collins accredited by the end of 2003. This event continues to grow each year. Sports Officer Nerine Cooper Events Programs Kindergym Sports Officer The 2003 World Gymnaestrada was held Work continued throughout the year in Heather Mooney in Lisbon, Portugal from the 20th – 27th July. regards to the development of a new Just over 22,000 participants from across Levels program and resource for General GG Advisory the world attended this very unique and Gymnastics. The Level 1-3 program for Committee exciting World festival. Due to the world Cheerleading was finalised throughout John Dorrington (VIC) political environment leading up to the 2003 with the manual, video and music Heather Smith (QLD) event, also contributing to an escalation in CD being available for sale just prior to Margaret-Mary Opstelten (QLD) costs, the Australian team was smaller with Christmas. The display area continues to Petrina Hutchinson (VIC) only a total of 120 members attending. grow and based on changes within the Nerine Cooper (GA) Congratulations are extended to the five International arena the Federation’s Victorian and New South Wales teams who AusTeam event has been re-named as TeamGym. This event now links into other Kindergym Advisory attended – Gosford Gymnastics, Gladesville RSL, Goulburn Valley Gymnastics, PIT TeamGym events held across the world and Committee will be more actively promoted next year. Kit Poole (NSW) Gymnastics and Scallywaggs Gym For Kids. Annie Rohrlach (SA) Special congratulations to Gladesville who rd International Committee Denise Gustafson (QLD) attended their 3 consecutive World Australia has continued to be represented Janet Leather (NT) Gymnaestrada – a first for any Australian on the International General Gymnastics Heather Mooney (SA) club! Committee. This role has ensured the Jenny Collins (GA) The 2003 Cheerleading Championships Federation is kept up-to-date with the latest once again saw over 500 participants developments and resources within this Cheerleading Advisory area. The International Committee also Group involved with many new school teams also now participating. Congratulations to all staged one of their meetings in Melbourne Lyn Parker (QLD) participants and winning teams of their during February, providing the Federation Margaret-Mary Opstelten (QLD) various divisions as outlined in the with the opportunity to promote their Tina Burger (QLD) appendices. Special congratulations must current courses, resources and programs. Nerine Cooper (GA) be extended to the Perth Angels who were awarded the National Champion Team In Closing Award, for the 2nd consecutive year, based I wish to sincerely thank all members of Membership on their outstanding and winning the General Gymnastics, Kindergym and A 5.70% growth in athlete performances. The 2003 Championships Cheerleading Committees for their membership was achieved with a also saw the staging of a special dedication and support throughout 2003. total of 67,336 members being International Challenge with teams from Special thanks also to National office staff registered across Australia the USA involved. Based on the success of and Board members for their assistance and throughout the year. The growth this event it is planned to work in ongoing support. I am sure 2004 will be a was in the main within the areas of partnership with International Sports busier year and see many new General Gymnastics and Kindergym. Specialists to stage an annual International developments that will continue to The Technical Membership area also Challenge in Australia. enhance and grow the exciting Gymsport saw a 32.22% growth. The highest of General Gymnastics. th percentage of growth was recorded For the 8 consecutive year the Federation Jenny Collins for Kindergym, which saw 490 Level once again coordinated Gymnastics Week 1 Leaders accredited at the end of during May. New promotional resources

15 Gymnastics Australia 2003 Annual Awards

Congratulations and thanks to the following Award recipients who have demonstrated ongoing commitment and support to the sport of Gymnastics. The National Awards bestowed on each person is only a small token of the sport’s thanks.

GG Coach of the Year John Dorrington – VIC Kindergym Coach of the Year Kit Poole (NSW) Club of the Year Maffra Gymnastics (VIC) GG Volunteer of the Year Margaret Mary Opstelten (QLD) Lance Otto Award Chrisse Nightingale (SA) Special Recognition Awards Tina Burger (QLD) Gladesville RSL (NSW)

Fun

Photos taken at the 2003 World Gymnaestrada

2003 Year in Review 16 Sport Aerobics The highlight of 2003 was the outstanding results achieved by Lauren Farry at the 2003 ANAC World Championships, FISAF World Championships and the AFLAC International Cup. Lauren won Gold in all 3 events and retained her ANAC and FISAF Individual Female World Championship title. Lauren’s success is a tribute to her talent, effort and dedication to Sport Aerobics.

Sports Management 2003 Australian Championships 2003 National Squad Training Committee The Australian Championships were Camps held at the Melbourne Sports & In January 2003 a new format for the Program Manager Aquatic Centre in Albert Park, Sport Aerobics Training Camp was Matt Connell Victoria from the 29th-31st August. introduced for the National and Technical Director The full list of Australian Champions Development Squad athletes. In the Karon Williams is presented in the Appendices (p44). past athletes travelled to the AIS in Education Officer Canberra to attend a 2 day camp. In Libby Boak AEROSkools Program 2003 camp personnel travelled to Events and Participation AEROSkools is a national Sport each state for 2 days to work with the Officer Aerobics participation program with athletes in their home state. This Kerryn Cormick an event component that is conducted format proved to be successful with in schools and clubs. AEROSkools is the athletes having more one on one an Active Australia initiative and is time with the camp personnel. 2003 Annual Awards funded by the Australian Sports Feedback from the athletes was very Commission and Gymnastics positive and it is the intention of the Senior Athlete of the Year Australia. Phase 2 of the program was National SMC to continue to use this Lauren Farry (NSW) launched in February 2003 to schools format for future training camps. Youth Athlete of the Year in New South Wales and Queensland. Kieran Gorman (WA) 2003 Training Camp Personnel Coach of the Year AEROSkools State Championships Karon Williams Camp Manager Trudi Nurse (WA) were held in all states, with the Jacque Harper Medical Officer Official of the Year exception of Tasmania. The Anthony Ikin Choreographer Libby Howard (NSW) AEROSkools National Championships Patsy Tierney Choreographer were held in Melbourne in August in 2003 Major Highlights & conjunction with the Gymnastics In Closing Achievements Australian Sport Aerobics Australian I wish to sincerely thank the National IAF Suzuki World Cup – Japan, Championships. Sport Aerobics SMC for their April 2003 dedication and support throughout Bronze Medal – Elite Trio – Leah WA State Championships: 2003. Special thanks also to the Henville, Melissa Read & 4th July 03 Gymnastics Australia staff, Board Melissa Davies (WA) SA State Championships: members and State Association Sport Bronze Medal – Youth Varsity Trio 27th July 03 Aerobics representatives for their – Kieran Gorman, Hannah Davies VIC State Championships: assistance and ongoing support. I am & Summer Van Loenhout (WA) 25th July 03 sure 2004 will continue to be a year AFLAC International – Japan, NSW State Championships: of achievements and rewards. May 2003 6th July 03 Gold Medal – Elite Individual QLD State Championships: Karon Williams Female - Lauren Farry (NSW) 19th July 03 Technical Director ANAC World Championships – Australian AEROSkools Florida USA, August 2003 Championships: Gold Medal – Elite Individual 29th August 03 Female – Lauren Farry (NSW) FISAF World Championships – Prague, October 2003 Gold Medal – Elite Individual strengthFemale – Lauren Farry (NSW)

17 Gymnastics Australia Lauren Farry (NSW) 2003 Individual Female Australian Champion Energy

2003 NATIONAL SQUAD MEMBERS... Chris Behan (NSW) Jess Fetterplace (VIC) Melissa Read (WA) Lauren Britten (QLD) Kieran Gorman (WA) Carly Rees (QLD) Sandi Carmichael (SA) Carmen Hayward (WA) Chloe Sargent (WA) Karen Cater (VIC) Leah Henville (WA) Emily Sharp (SA) Tim Crowe (NSW) Alexandra Kane (WA) Kylie Steere (QLD) Hannah Davies (WA) Emily O’Hagan (QLD) Summer Van Loenhout (WA) Melissa Davies (WA) La shae Pentony (VIC) Lauren Farry (NSW) Jenna Philip (QLD) Kate Fetterplace (VIC) Kelly Piper (NSW)

2003 Year in Review 18 Trampoline Sports 2003 has seen significant international exposure for Trampoline athletes. The year started with successful participation in the Australian Youth Olympic Festival in January, and culminated with an Olympic nomination from the FIG for one of our female athletes at the 2003 World Championships. Along the way our athletes have acquitted themselves well against our New Zealand friends, competed at a number of World Cups meets, and are already showing their potential for the 2005 World Championship and Age Group Games. Always in the shadows, our Judges and Officials have supported the athletes to ensure they can perform to their best. the Women’s Individual Trampoline Event 2003 World Cup, Levallois - France Sport Management at the 2004 Olympic Games. Our SEP squad members S.Brown and R. Committee congratulations and best wishes to Lesley. Forbes and the National Coach, Nikolay Program Manager Technical Regulations Zhuravlev, attended the opening stage of Russell Smart The 2003 SPTA implemented a bonus for the 2003-04 TRP World Cup, as part of Chairman the performance of two double somersaults the build up to the 2003 World Chuck Smith in a single Double-Mini Trampoline pass, a Championships and Olympic selection. Judging Coordinator move aimed to reward those athletes 2003 Trans Tasman Series Melanie Tonks performing difficult passes. The results of The Trans Tasman Competition was re- Education Coordinator this move will be closely monitored for its introduced and hosted by New Zealand Belinda Cox impact on passes performed by athletes and on the 14-17th August 2003 providing an Program Coordinator the overall standard of passes performed opportunity for our developing athletes Darren Gillis at senior levels. to gain valuable international National Coach National Club Levels 2003 competition exposure. Tumbling was Nikolay Zhuravlev The second National Club Levels was held included for the first time. in Gosford on the 5th-6th April 2003. 2003 World Championships and 2003 Major Highlights/ Central Coast Youth Club successfully World Age Group Games Hannover, Achievements hosted the event. Victoria will host the 2004 Germany, 13th-19th October 2003. Australian Youth Olympic Festival competition. Australia also sent a strong team to the 7–12th January 2003, Sydney, World Age Group Games immediately Australian athletes competed against Programs/Resources following the World Championships, also representatives from Japan, China, & Judging Resources - Crash Video in Hannover, on the 19th-24th October New Zealand. Additional footage from 2002 Australian 2003. One silver and one bronze medal Indo-Pacific Competition Championships is now available for further were achieved. At a meeting held during the Judging education videos to be developed. Trampoline World Championships in Coaching Resources - Level 2 Coaching In Closing Germany, member countries finalised Course. Trampoline Sports has continued to the Competition Rules for future Indo- After a great deal of work by numerous progress and mature over the past year. Pacific competitions. The next people over the years, the first Level 2 The Level 2 Coaches course was run, with competition will be in Canada in July Coaches course was held in July, 2003 a number of our coaches either accredited 2004. following the Trampoline Nationals. It was at Level 2, or well on their way. Our International Judging Experience well received by attendees, with feedback athletes participated successfully at Australia supplied three Judges at the provided to allow tuning of the material. various levels. Technical Regulations 2003 World Championships and World were reviewed and changed as Age Group Games (WAGG); Melanie Tours/Camps/Events appropriate, with the goal of improving Tonks, David Wareham and Brett 2002/2003 Trampoline National Squad the performance of our athletes over the Austine. David Wareham was Training Camp - All Junior & Senior next Olympic cycle. appointed to senior roles by the National Squad members and the AYOF Technical Committee (TC) for a team members with one coach per training It has been encouraging to see the number of Double-Mini Trampoline centre were invited to a 4 day camp with attitude, commitment, talent and passion events, while Brett Austine was the National Coach, January 4-8th of our athletes over the past year, but appointed by the TC as Degree of 2003 Flower Cup - S.Brown, particularly in the younger athletes, those Difficulty Judge for most WAGG J.Dore, V. Zhuravlev and R.Forbes with other attending their first international Trampoline events. National Squad members of B.Wilden, competition, or even their first Olympic Games 2004 K.Ridge, I.Keay & L.Sansom and the competition. It reinforces that we have a Australia’s top placed female athlete National Coach, Nikolay Zhuravlev, great sport, and a great responsibility. at the 2003 World Championships, attended the Flower Cup on March 14-15th Lesley Daley, was awarded the Continental wildcard by the FIG for

19 Gymnastics Australia 19 National Squad Members...

TRAMPOLINE – SENIOR NATIONAL SQUAD Scott Brown NSW Viktor Zhuravlev NSW Adrian Wareham VIC flight Jonathon Dore NSW Ben Wilden SA Chris Chatfield VIC

Lesley Daly QLD Khali Ridge NSW Robyn Forbes VIC

DOUBLE MINI TRAMP - SENIOR NATIONAL SQUAD Ben Wilden SA Damian Ryan VIC Adrian Wareham VIC Damien Kelso QLD

Lauren Gillett VIC Carly Ward QLD Lesley Daly QLD

TUMBLING – SENIOR NATIONAL SQUAD Benjamin Jones QLD Adri Pretorius VIC

TRAMPOLINE – JUNIOR NATIONAL SQUAD David Cullen NSW Ty Swadling NSW

Anna Vivash QLD Alena Darcy NSW Phillipa Malone NSW Louise Stack NSW Suzanne Stewart QLD Ashlee Rideout QLD

DOUBLE MINI TRAMP - JUNIOR NATIONAL SQUAD Gregory Clune NSW David Cullen NSW Chris Bailey QLD Ty Swadling NSW

Christie Jenkins VIC Danica Hilton QLD Anna Vivash QLD Jaimi Meyer VIC

TUMBLING – JUNIOR NATIONAL SQUAD Greg Clune NSW Ben Wilden (SA)

2003 Year in Review 20 Sports Acrobatics 2003 was a year that saw the sport continue to grow. This was highlighted in particular by the improved athlete performances demonstrated at the National Championships. The SMC was focused on international and local needs and reviewed the sports resources in readiness for the next cycle.

Sport Management Committee Program Manager Russell Smart was a major success for the profile Technical Director of Sports Acrobatics with a Terry Jamieson potential International event for (Resigned Oct 2003) Sports Acrobatics in Canberra every Judging Coordinator two years. The highlight was two competitions Pamela Ryan against China. Due to the SARS Program Coordinator Suzi Jordan Program/Resources epidemic in China at the time the Education Development event was cancelled. Coordinator The National Level System for sports Myles Cavill Acrobatics was reviewed via a Flanders Acro Cup – Belguim National Technical 12 April 2003 Services working party of: Brad Stock Suzi Jordan – Chairperson Women’s Three: Pamela Ryan Lisa Jones 2003 Annual Award Kathrine Sharwood Rebecca Buffrey Recipients Yuriy Stepchenkov Mia Romano Coach of the Year Coach: Agnes Sajgal Deloris Watson (ACT) The review was called after the FIG Results: Senior Women’s Three – th introduced a new World Age 6 Place Group Games event every even year. Major Highlights/ The SMC recognised this as the In Closing Achievements future and that the current National The Sports Acrobatics Levels System was unable to Sports Acrobatics is proud of its community received a setback categorise the pair/group for success during the year and the when Terry Jamieson resigned selection to this event. lifting of its profile in Australia and as National Technical Director overseas. Our international in October to spend more time The revised National Levels System representatives continue to make with family and work. Terry was completed and approved at the finals in World Class competition had held the Technical 2003 SPTA for levels 4 to 10 and and grass roots Acrobatics is more Director position since 2000 came into effect on 1st January popular than ever before. More and will be missed from the 2004. athletes are moving into Acrobatics National SMC. He continues from other gymsports. All this can’t to coach at club level which Intl Tours/Camps/Events happen without the officials and he describes as his true volunteers that support this sport on passion. It was disappointing when committees or at events across the Gymnastics Australia was forced to country. Gymnastics Australia is Sports Acrobatics held its cancel the first ever National Squad indebted to all of you. World Championships and International tour. All National World Age Group Games Squad pairs & groups were selected selection trial at the Artistic to travel to China in July 2003 and Gymnastics Canberra Cup train with the best Acrobatic event in December 2003. This athletes and coaches in the world.

21 Gymnastics Australia 2003 National Squad Members...

National Development Squad Women’s Three (NSW) Ingrid Dunkerley Alison Czolij Lucia Osbourne-Crowley

Women’s Three (NSW) Monique Boswel Korynn Morrison Melissa McWilliams

National Senior Development Squad Women’s Three (NSW) Ashleigh Ryan Jessica Ward Renee Quail

Women’s Three (NSW) Anne Marie Mooney Bianca Ilacqua Caitlin Hespe

Women’s Pair (NSW) Erryn Diamond Keryn Swadling

National Senior Squad Women’s Three (QLD) Veronica Gravolin Tara Busbridge Jessica Stamenvic

Women’s Three (NSW) Lisa Jones Rebecca Buffrey Mia Romano

Mixed Pairs (VIC) Peter Booth Louise Khong

Women’s Pair (NSW) Megan Bolton Rebecca Buffrey tempo

2003 Year in Review 22 Matthew Connell Business Manager BUSINESS REPORT 2003 was a year of consolidation for the Business department of Gymnastics Australia. National schemes and initiatives that have been initiated in previous years began to solidify and provide useful tools for the management and administration of the sport nationally. These included:-

National Membership/Insurance Merchandise Department:- Thanks are extended to our program Schemes:- The Merchandise Department/GymShop partners - the ASC, our National Co- Gymnastics Australia continues to at Gymnastics Australia continues to ordinators; Karon Williams (National maintain a National Membership/ provide a range of apparel, books and AEROSkools Co-ordinator) and Linda Pettit Insurance Scheme run in conjunction coaching/program related materials for (National GYMSkools Co-ordinator) along with each State Association. The two the gymnastics community. This with the KidSkills Australia staff and schemes ensure the efficient processing department continues to provide an appointed State AEROSkools co-ordinators. of our membership and the provision alternative source of income for the Information Technology:- of appropriate forms of insurance for sport. Gymnastics Australia continues to strive for all members. The expansion of merchandise to increased use of Information Technology, It is pleasing to report an increase in coincide with forthcoming international to provide better service to our members. membership for 2003. Our three events will also present an exciting The ongoing development of the iMIS membership categories (Athlete, opportunity in 2004 and beyond. database and the Gymnastics Australia Technical and Coach) all experienced web site, are the central tools being used An exciting development within this continued growth, which is an to achieve this goal. department is the international interest extremely positive result, leading into in our coaching/program related All web sites managed by Gymnastics an Olympic year. (Please see resources, that have caught the Australia are updated on a weekly basis Membership Statistics over page). attention of other English speaking and provide a portal for members to view There is little doubt that these increases nations. Gymnastics Australia has Latest News, search for Event Results, are a direct result of programs undertaken work in 2003 to negotiate download Technical Information or view/ developed by Gymnastics Australia and licensing contracts in an effort to change selected Membership details. generate additional income streams supported by the Australian Sports Substantial work has also been undertaken Commission, in particular Club 10 and from our resources. The fruits of this work will be realized in 2004 and beyond with to develop a consistent “look and feel” for the Targeted Participation Program, all State Association web sites, with the potential signing of formal contracts. which work in supporting the foundation templates and artwork provided to States of our sport – our Clubs, State Furthermore, the ongoing tracking of throughout 2003. The aim is to minimize Associations and their members. merchandise sales via the iMIS database duplication amongst national and state web The ongoing servicing of Technical is allowing Gymnastics Australia to build sites and present a unified brand to the members by Gymnastics Australia has customer profiles and is assisting in the community. The results of this work will resulted in new levels of membership research and provision of new not be fully realized until 2004 and beyond. merchandise lines. renewals/retention and lead to the Following the success of the CD- expedient provision of membership Targeted Participation Growth Membership card provided to members in benefits and membership related Program:- 2003, Gymnastics Australia has worked inquiries. In its second year of partnership with hard to re-develop a “new look” CD- Our Membership database (iMIS) and the ASC, Gymnastics Australia continued Membership card in 2003, that will be its ancillary programs, systems and staff to develop and roll out its AEROSkools released to members in 2004. The new continue to play an invaluable role in and GYMSkools programs, with the card will act as a promotional tool for the supporting our membership. The primary aim of increasing participation 2005 World Artistic Gymnastics challenge ahead is to streamline our and attracting new membership to our Championships and features new videos, membership processes in order to affiliated Clubs. games, screensavers and information. The provide more efficient service to all card is predominantly aimed at our 5-12 It is pleasing to note that both programs year old athlete market. members; a commitment that is shared experienced increases in membership by our Membership team, state throughout 2003, with the AEROSkools In closing, the Business department of associations and GA Board. program being launched in new Gymnastics Australia has consolidated its Thanks are extended to Shaun Doyle, markets, (New South Wales and operations in 2003, in an effort to provide Brad Edwards, Danni Hanna and Ben Queensland respectively) and the better service to members. The work Kerswill (our Membership Team) for the GYMSkools program consolidating its undertaken throughout the year has continued growth of the Membership services in Victoria and establishing new ensured that the sport is in the best position department. links with Clubs operating as part of the to capitilise upon the increased interest that Club 10 program. will be generated in an Olympic year.

Matt Connell

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2003 Year in Review 24 DEVELOPMENT REPORT Once again the year was extremely busy and rewarding for the Development Unit, which includes the two key areas of Education and Club 10. Both areas have continued to grow and underpin all other areas of Federation work. My thanks and congratulations Jenny Collins to the National staffing team who have all committed enormous time and dedication Development to their work areas – Nerine Cooper, Brad Edwards and Linda Pettit. Following is a Manager summary report on the key activities undertaken within Education and Club 10.

CLUB 10 affiliated. All elements were produced Quality Improvement Checklist will be 2003 saw the release of the and designed to assist clubs in lifting continually monitored and updated to Club 10 scheme to all affiliated their presentation to a professionall ensure that industry standards and clubs. An enormous amount of standard now required across the new laws and/or amended laws are work was undertaken to ensure sporting industry. incorporated, ensuring Gymnastics a consistent club affiliation clubs are well prepared and can scheme could be implemented At the start of 2003 all clubs who had operate successfully. across Australia so that upon been involved in the two year pilot affiliation, clubs would scheme had the opportunity to apply Congratulations and thanks must be automatically enter the Club 10 for Club 10 accreditation, based on extended to every club and State accreditation scheme. This work their level of development and Club 10 Officer who have worked included the development and achievement of national benchmarks. extremely hard to develop and refine adoption of national affiliation It was extremely pleasing to see 78% all elements of the Club 10 scheme. standards across Australia, of the clubs achieve Star 2 and above Thanks are extended to the Club 10 which is without a doubt an accreditation, with 17% achieving Advisory Committee for their foresight excellent step forward for our accreditation in the top two Star and commitment to ensuring the sport. All State Associations are categories. This is an outstanding success and adoption of the national to be congratulated on their achievement and ensures our sport club affiliation scheme. contribution and continued will continue to grow and develop as support to the national member clubs continue to improve CLUB 10 OFFICERS affiliation scheme. their management, operations and National - Nerine Cooper service through undertaking the Club - Brad Edwards In addition, the new and 10 quality improvement program. consistent national affiliation ACT - Mary Hewett scheme required a range of 2003 also saw a key focus by National NSW - Aaron Bloomfield administrative and management Club 10 Officers on the development NT - Nerine Cooper changes so that clubs could of support resources. A special Club QLD - Brenda Lofthouse now re-affiliate prior to the end 10 Officers Operations Manual was / Kim Medcalf of the year. This allows released late December, via a web SA - Tamara Jerram affiliation benefits to be issued based facility. This site provides Club TAS - Brad Edwards and Club 10 Accreditation 10 Officers access to a large range of VIC - Christine Davidson ratings to be advised at the start templates, example models and WA - Sam March of the new year. guidelines that are all tailored specifically to the sport of Gymnastics CLUB 10 ADVISORY OFFICERS In launching the Club 10 and assist clubs in developing their Jane Allen (GA) scheme to the wider club policies, procedures and resources. Nadine Weight (ACT) network, Gymnastics Australia The site will continue to be developed Kris Mathieson (NSW) was thankful to the Australian throughout 2004. Debbie Gill (NT) Sports Commission who also Wayne Hill (QLD) provided additional “bonus” The Club 10 scheme has now become Phil Sinnott (SA) funding that allowed the sport well entrenched into the sports Sue Hope (TAS) to produce a National Club operations and ensures that minimum Jane Farrance (VIC) Affiliation Kit. This kit provided benchmarks and standards can be Gratton Wilson (WA) the means for distributing a achieved by all clubs regardless of range of promotional resources their location, size or the range of and benefits to clubs as they Gymsport programs they offer. The

25 Gymnastics Australia is no doubt that this scheme will have on their expertise and CLUB 10 BENEFITS many long term benefits for the sport’s experience in the area of course education services. presenting. Work has also continued on the The year also saw a growth in planning of new education Technical members with a total of resources to support GA’s 2925 Coaches and Judges being national accreditation courses. registered with GA at the close of the year compared to 2743 in the previous IN CLOSING year. I wish to thank and congratulate In addition, a number of Federation all State Associations and Level 2 Coaching courses and National staff who have Gymsport Judging courses required re- supported and contributed to the accreditation with the Australian ongoing developments within Sports Commission. All were the Education and Club 10 successfully completed and have now areas. I am confident that the gained national accreditation status. sport of Gymnastics will continue to reap rewards in years to GA has also continued their come from the changes and new commitment to course presentation procedures that have been through maintaining and coordinating implemented within both areas a national presenters team. This team throughout 2003. of expert presenters across all Gymsports has been extremely Jenny Collins valuable with many members travelling interstate to provide much needed support and assistance in the EDUCATION presentation of national accreditation courses. Congratulations to all 2003 was an extremely busy year in representatives who have been the Education area with a particular invited to be part of this team based focus on enhancing and refining administration procedures associated with our National Accreditation Courses. A new national ‘Course Sanction’ scheme was introduced 2003 National Course National Education Team which involves all States submitting Presenters Team Sharon Hartley (ACT) their annual course calendar and the Tina Burger (QLD) Eva Wycrota (NSW) Federation providing sanction for any Myles Cavill (QLD) Tim Coupland (QLD) national accreditation course to be Nerine Cooper (QLD) Anita Hobson(QLD) staged. This process helps ensure Robyn Crowe (VIC) Michaela Carey (QLD) accredited presenters are utilised for Kerryn Cormick (VIC) Kate Johnson (SA) all accreditation courses, allows a Belinda Cox (NSW) John Hargreaves (TAS) national education calendar to be John Dorrington (VIC) Matt Pywell (VIC) produced each year and provides the Kate Debnam (QLD) Jane Collins (WA) sport with valuable statistical data in Brad Edwards (VIC) relation to course participation Petrina Hutchinson (VIC) numbers and up-take of Technical Brooke Kneebush (VIC) Membership. Margaret Mary Opstelten (QLD) Thanks are extended to all State Alida Scott (WA) Association staff who have worked Lisa Shuck (VIC) closely with our National Education Russell Smart (VIC) Coordinator, Linda Pettit, to refine the Kate Sigsworth (NSW) system and procedures utilised. There

2003 Year in Review 26 Shaun Doyle Events Manager EVENTS REPORT

Australian Championships minimise the number of actual Australia and compete in front of a events during the year as this was home crowd. It has been recommended by the Women’s SMC Throughout the year, seven taking a toll on all volunteers and Australian Championships were state/national staff. that this event become an annual successfully staged in various event to be held in conjunction with Nationals Clubs in July 2004.. locations around Australia. These With the exception of Trampoline events would not have been in 2004, the Olympic gymsports will Once again the Canberra Cup proved possible without the support of the stage a combined National to be a very important event for the host State Associations and Sports Championships in Sydney. This will Management Committees(SMC) be the first time for many years development of Australia’s Junior Men and Women international athletes. who assist enormously in the that all International and Levels delivery of the event. competitors in these sports will Countries competing in 2003 were compete together. This event will China, Japan, Canada, Switzerland, Germany and Wales. Overall there was a 13% increase be known as the Australian in the entries of the various Gymnastics Championships and will Australian Championships. The be conducted in May 2004. 2005 Artistic World location of the Rhythmic Championships Championships impacted on the The remaining gymsports (Sports number of entries to that event. Acrobatics, Sport Aerobics, Following the successful bid for the Cheerleading and Aussie Gymfest) Artistic World Championships in 2002, An international competition, the will be combined into one event the World Gymnastics – Melbourne International Cheerleading also in Sydney at the end of 2005 Ltd company was established Challenge was incorporated into September. This new event will be and supported by an Organising Team the National Cheerleading known as the Australian Gymsports consisting of representatives from Championships for the first time. Spectacular. Gymnastics Australia, Victorian Teams from USA and Australia Government, City of Melbourne, competed in this successful event. International Events Tourism Victoria, Melbourne 2006 Due to the success of this format, and Victorian Major Events this event will stand alone next Two International events, Canberra Corporation. year with interest shown from Cup and the Women’s International Japan and New Zealand. Levels Challenge were held in 2003 Planning is well on the way with in conjunction with Gymnastics detailed plans established covering The national participation ACT. Gymnastics Australia would administration, operations, program, AEROSkools continues like to thank Gymnastics ACT and competition and marketing. to give great support to Sport their event staff for allowing these Aerobics with one whole day International events to be held in During the 2003 World devoted to this national schools conjunction with their annual club Championships in Anaheim, USA , the competition. event “Reach for the Stars”. official international launch of the event was held incorporating the FIG Following discussions with all The Women’s International Levels President and Executive members and SMCs and State Directors during Challenge incorporating Australia, affiliated countries. 2003, it was agreed that the event NZ and was held for program would be changed to the first time. This was a great The event will also be a test event for improve promotional success as it gave our Level 7-10 and opportunities. This would also gymnasts a chance to represent strong links have been established between the two organisations.

27 Gymnastics Australia 2006 Commonwealth Games

Gymnastics Australia and Melbourne 2006 have entered into an agreement for GA to assist with the staging of the gymnastics competition of the 2006 Commonwealth Games. The GA events management team will conduct and plan this event in conjunction with the overall M2006 Games Organisation.

In Closing

Special mention should be made of George Tatai who oversees and develops all competition and training programs for the Artistic and Rhythmic events. His international competition experience is invaluable to GA and we are very appreciative of his support. 2003 Women’s Artistic Australian Championships All the events conducted in 2003 at the Vodafone Arena, could not be staged without the Melbourne support of the State Associations and the many volunteers. Our thanks are extended to all personnel involved.

Envent Lsocatio Dsate 0s3 Entrie 02 Entrie AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS Maen's Cyanberr 84-13 Jul 168 19 Weomen's Myelbourn 245-31 Ma 213 20 Rhhythmic Pyert 85-12 Jul 153 15 Sport Aerobics Mtelbourne 229-31 Augus 605 54 (inc. AEROSkools) Ttrampoline Gyold Coas 58-10 Jul 315 29 Saports Acrobatics Cranberr 34-5 Octobe 299 23 Ctheerleading Gyold Coas 54Jul 476 42 T1otal 2932 204 NATIONAL CLUBS Myen's Stydne 289 Sept - 2 Oc 268 35 Waomen's 4-6 Cyanberr 64-8 Jul 389 40 WComen's 7-10 Mtaffra VI 340 Sept - 2 Oc 294 25 Rehythmic Brrisban 10-5 Octobe 200 22 TWrampoline Glosford NS 55-6 Apri 265 34 T1otal 1935 158

2003 Year in Review 28 AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY 2003 will go down in the ACT as the year of Events. The Association conducted five major events during 2003, Women’s Level 4 – 6 National Clubs, Men’s Australian Championships, Reach for the Stars, Canberra Cup and the inaugural International Levels Challenge. Not surprising that ACT Gymnastics was awarded the 2003 Sport and Recreation ACT industry award for event management

Management/ Major Gymsports In Closing Staff/SMC Highlights

The Association’s planning and 2003 saw a number of highlights On behalf of ACT Gymnastics I development seminar held in for our gymsports: would like to thank Sport and October 2003 was very Recreation ACT for providing a successful with all Board MAG - Australian number of professional members attending. The Championships held in the development opportunities for our workshop concentrated mainly ACT members and to all our volunteers on our strategic plan and key and officials. result schedule. WAG - First International Levels Challenge held during Reach Thankyou for a great year. We have met all and exceeded for the Stars. most of our performance target Nadine Weight figures detailed in our strategic Sports Aerobics - AEROSkools plan for 2003, this has resulted program launched in the ACT. in ACT Gymnastics receiving a $6,000 performance bonus from Club 10 Update Sport and Recreation ACT. Club 10 officer Mary Hewett ACT Gymnastics is fortunate to continued her role during 2003; have a loyal band of volunteers, most of the clubs in the ACT their assistance in conducting the have used the quality major events during 2003 was improvement checklist to assist invaluable. in improving their administration, communication and overall program development.

PRESIDENT Robert Weight EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Nadine Weight MEMBERSHIP Gymnasts 2,674 Technical Members 43 Clubs 9 Gymnastics School Program 5400 Australian Capital Territory

29 Gymnastics Australia NEW SOUTH WALES I take great pleasure to commence the 2003 annual report by publicly thanking our many volunteers that have worked tirelessly during 2003. Gymnastics NSW has been largely shaped by the commitment of our volunteers and is eternally grateful for this commitment.

Management/ employed in June as the Club 10 Officer Feedback from the participating clubs Staff/SMC following the sad departure of Justin suggested that although the process Hayes and Sara Scott. is long the clubs could recognise the After numerous years of dedicated benefits of Club 10 and a number of service Peter Read stood down as Following the appointment of a Sport clubs expressed interest to work President at the Annual General Meeting Program Manager, the Association has towards a star 4 rating following the in June. Peter’s tireless dedication and been extremely productive regarding the 2004 audit. service to gymnastics will be long sports technical matters. To increase remembered and was appropriately communication between the Association Level 1 Cheerleading and Level 2 recognized through the award of Life and its members, highlights of SMC Trampoline Sports Courses were Membership. Don Bollard was proudly meeting minutes commenced being included in the number of accreditation elected as Peter’s successor and has posted on the website, a technical courses that were offered in 2003 and demonstrated a similar commitment to handbook was produced for every Kate Kinner and Theresa Knight NSW gymnastics. NSW also welcomed gymsport and service level agreements successfully attained level 1 Ms Helen Leys to the Board to fill a casual were drafted to clarify the responsibilities Kindergym Course Presenter Status. vacancy. Helen has a history within sports of SMC’s and the Association. administration and her knowledge and In Closing experience were welcome ingredients Major Gymsport to the already diverse skills base of the Highlights Gymnastics NSW is committed to NSW board. providing our clubs with the highest During 2003 NSW athletes achieved levels of service and support. Our Adopting a new administrative outstanding results in all gymsports. The emphasis upon the provision of this framework the beginning of 2003 most noteworthy of these results include service will ensure that our member witnessed the introduction of the Aerobics Lauren Farry’s two world titles clubs receive an even higher standard positions of Sports Program Manager at the ANAC and FISAF World of service as we head into 2004. and Competition Coordinator. Helen Championships , New South Wales Colagiuri assumed the role of the State awarded the Williamson Shield for the Aaron Bloomfield Sports Program Manager following a second consecutive year and NSW clubs (for Kris Mathiesen) redefinition of her existing duties and taking out most National Clubs events. Rebecca Johnson was welcomed as the Competition Coordinator. The Club 10 Update reclassification of the positions aimed to departmentalise the Association, Following a wonderful response 108 clubs however it became apparent that the in NSW were categorised under the Club workload of the Sports Program 10 scheme as star 2 or above following Manager was too great for one person the 2003 audit. Of the 108 clubs 86 were and the data entry requirement of the categorised as star 2, 15 were categorised competition coordinator imposed a as star 3, three were categorised as star similar burdensome workload. With the 4 and New South Wales proudly hosts two view to make the two positions more star 5 clubs. functional they were redistributed in September, a move that saw Helen assume responsibility for the PRESIDENT Management and Competition Don Bollard organisation for MAG, WAG and RG and Rebecca assuming congruent responsibilities for ACRO, TRAMP, AER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR and GG. Kris Mathieson/Aaron Bloomfield

To relieve the data entry requirement MEMBERSHIP for competitions and education, Jamie Gymnasts 27,647 Gymnastics Sinko was a welcome addition to the Technical Members 985 New South Wales staff mix as the State Data Entry Officer Clubs 166 in late July and Aaron Bloomfield was

2003 Year in Review 30 NORTHERN TERRITORY 2003 was the first full year for Gymnastics Northern Territory under its new corporate structure. The Association has moved ahead with the development of a culture of cooperation between Board members and between the Board and staff. Common goals have been identified, resulting in a strategic plan to which all are committed.

Management/ Major Gymsport In Closing Staff/SMC Highlights

Following the AGM in September, In 2003, NT had representatives at There are tough times ahead for we welcomed new Board of National Championships for WAG, GNT. We have come a long way in Management members, Dixie RG and ACR. Congratulations to the last two years, thanks to a lot Blake (Treasurer) and Gillian Katie Strobel and Ashlea Beckett, of work from a small group of Furniss (Vice-Chairperson). Tracie our Sports Acrobatics Level 5 people. External pressures are Morgan took on the position of Women’s Pair, for their making it increasingly difficult for Board Member Sport following the achievement of a bronze medal at individual clubs and even the resignation of Karl Metcalfe. The National Championships. Association to survive, let alone positions of Board Member In GG, our Interschool prosper. Achievement of our goals Facilities and Board Member Competitions go from strength to will be limited by our resources, Development remain unfilled. strength. This year we had 350 both human and financial. A small Debbie Gill continued as primary school students compete population base remains our Chairperson and Linda Robertson in the Alice Springs Interschool biggest impediment to success. continued as Board Member Competition. Business. Despite AEROSkools not being Debbie Gill Our Development Officer, Sharon officially launched in NT in 2003, Hartley, continued to lift the profile Leanyer Primary School couldn’t of gymnastics in the NT. She has wait and have been running the been keeping gymnastics in program under the instruction of schools, and schools in the gym, PE teacher, Merryn Brown. Well and never misses an opportunity done. to take her displays to shopping centres, community events, and Club 10 Update anywhere else she can. Aydee Read replaced Tracie Nerine Cooper, the NT Club 10 Morgan as Administration Officer Officer made two visits to NT in for GNT. The conscientious efforts 2003. Clubs are working towards of both these ladies in providing improving, or at least maintaining the Board with up to date and their star rating. Of our eight clubs meaningful information on which in NT, four are Star 3, three are Star rational and informed decisions 2 and only one club is still at Star can be made is much appreciated. 1. The Sports Management Committee, comprising the Technical Directors for each gymsport, has proved a successful alternative to the Technical Committees which represented PRESIDENT only one gymsport. Susie Anderson Debbie Gill joined the SMC as WAG TD. Bruce Whittaker, Debbie Gill, Linda MEMBERSHIP Robertson and Lorelei Brigden Gymnasts 1142 stayed on as TDs for MAG, RG, Technical Members 47 Gymnastics GG and ACR respectively. Clubs 8 Northern Territory

31 Gymnastics Australia QUEENSLAND 2003 witnessed increased membership, serviced by slightly fewer clubs where merges were the order of the day. Technical membership grew to 625 and the performance of our International athletes has excited the community. The Board focused on finalising a Strategic Plan for the Association and an Operational Plan was later developed by staff. Throughout the latter part of the year concentration was placed on working with Sport Management Committees to develop their own Business plans.

Management/ Major Gymsports In Closing Staff/SMC Highlights

In June, by mutual agreement, Whilst the focus of GQ is We welcome all cheerleaders to the Management arrangement participation for all, the our sport for the first time and the with Gymnastics Australia achievements of our elite many new members who are formally ceased. The assistance athletes who represent our touched by the many wonders GA continues to offer the State and country greatly gymnastics offers. Association is sincerely enhances the image of our acknowledged. sport. We recognise the efforts The growth and wellbeing of our of all our elite athletes who sport is well assured by the devoted Staff roles were re-arranged to competed at National and service offered by our member bring management of the International level. Danielle clubs, Administrators, Association into four key areas: Kelly, Lisa Skinner (Res), Committees, members and Business, Services, Events and Vladimir Zakharov (Coach) volunteers at club level, and Sport. Team Bronze medallists 2003 especially those who devote many Worlds warrant special hours serving on Sport Emphasis was placed on mention. Management Committees and our providing support to our Board of Management. volunteer SMC committees by Club 10 Update adding 2 Sport Coordinators to The willingness and capacity of our staff. Board, staff and SMC The uptake of the Club 10 staff in embracing change has also Chairs conducted 2 meetings program has been contributed to a wonderful year throughout the year to encouraging with 51 clubs and benchmarked the health of establish guidelines now participating and a further Gymnastics Queensland. preparatory to developing 54 clubs committed to gymsport business plans for the advancing through this quality Wayne Hill next Olympic Cycle. improvement program. 32 clubs are deriving benefit from the iMIS database program.

PRESIDENT Graham Carey

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Wayne Hill

MEMBERSHIP Gymnasts 20,740 Gymnastics Technical Members 625 Queensland Clubs 136

2003 Year in Review 32 SOUTH AUSTRALIA 2003 has been a busy and successful year for Gymnastics SA, which was highlighted by approximately 75 past and present members attending the Association’s 50th Year Anniversary Celebrations. Throughout 2003 the core business of the Association has remained focused on delivering quality services to Affiliate Clubs, Technical Members, Judges and Athletes.

2003 saw a change in Gymnastics SA’s Administration, following the resignation of Denzil O’Brien (April 2003) and the appointment of Phil Sinnott (July 2003).

Management/ Bronze Medal team at the 2003 World following accreditation targets, as at Staff/SMC Championships. December 2003. 2003/04 Office for Recreation and • Star 1 Accreditation - 59 Clubs Congratulations are also extended to Sam Sport Funding enabled GSA to • Star 2 Accreditation - 33 Clubs Offord and Claire Xian who achieved, by continue servicing member clubs via Star 3 Accreditation - 6 Clubs. invitation, scholarships with the AIS, as well • the employment of the Club 10, Education and Kindergym as the South Australian Athletes who were recipients of the 2003/04 SASI Scholarship In Closing Development Officers. The Officers coordinated and delivered a wide program In the later months of 2003, Board range of support services to Members, SMC representatives and staff Metropolitan and Regional Clubs Thanks are also extended to the GymJETS commenced work on Gymnastic SA’s staff for their valuable contribution to the and Technical Members throughout 2004-2007 Strategic and Operational Plans. the year. The Association also South Australian Junior Elite High The strategies set out in the documents will Performance Program. received further funding from ORS support a planned approach to our to support disability education Member services and operations. initiatives and training workshops. A highly successful gymsports calendar ensured clubs and competitors enjoyed a Through these strategies, we look forward good range of well run competitions to working with the gymnastics community The resurrection of the Gymnastics throughout the year. Considerable toward consolidating our local and state in Schools program has seen preparation and “behind the scene” work level governance, so that Gymsports are approximately 30 schools and 3,600 undertaken by SMC members and well positioned to cater for continued students participating in an volunteers guaranteed that each event was athlete and club achievements; grow introductory gymsports program. first class in its delivery to junior and senior participation and membership; and further The program has provided good links athletes. establish athlete pathways, from grass to Club membership along with roots to elite, schools to clubs, and athlete increased usage of the State Training Club 10 Update to coach/judge. Centre. In 2003, sixteen Club 10 workshops were In closing, Gymnastics SA is indebted to convened across metropolitan Adelaide, Funding from the SPARC Foundation our Member Clubs, Athletes and attended by over 50% of affiliated Clubs. has enabled GSA to facilitate Volunteers for their support and The Club 10 workshops have provided a workshops involving Local and commitment, across the breadth of the good structure for Clubs to participate in a Regional Club Representatives. The gymsports. Thankyou to these people for process that ensures best practice and workshops will assist GSA with the their valuable contribution to the sport of continuous improvement is delivered at the preparation of a Disability Gymnastics. Discrimination Action Plan, to be local level. Clubs have achieved the further developed in consultation Phillip Sinnott with Clubs in 2004. PRESIDENT Major Gymsports Grant Harrison Highlights Congratulations to all gymnasts, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR coaches and officials who Phillip Sinnott represented South Australia and Australia during 2003. Special MEMBERSHIP recognition needs to be made of the Gymnasts 14,678 Gymnastics achievements of Jacqui Dunn, Technical Members 265 South Australia member of the Australian Women’s Clubs 98

33 Gymnastics Australia TASMANIA 2003 has been a strong and positive year for Gymnastics in Tasmania. Registrations have continued at a high level – it is particularly pleasing to note the high number of retained athletes.

Management/ Club 10 Update In Closing Staff/SMC

The Board of Management The Club 10 program has continued In conclusion I would like to functioned effectively throughout to be developed during 2003. The thank all who contributed to a 2003. The office of Gymnastics association has been ably assisted strong year for our association Tasmania is ably co-ordinated by in this area by Brad Edwards, and look forward to continued Gaylene King and her efforts in National Club 10 Officer. growth in 2004. the areas of administration, registration and development of One of his main achievements was Sue Hope our web page are outstanding. the presence of over 70% of clubs President attending the Club 10 launch in WAG SMC has seen a rebuilding January. Gymnastics Tasmania also process during 2003 with bi- appreciated the consistent club visits annual forums well attended by over the year. the WAG community. It is particularly pleasing to note that Major Gymsport Tasmania has two Star 4 clubs – a Highlights good result for the small number of clubs in the state. State Championships were well supported by WAG & TRP in 2003, though numbers in MAG & RG continue at a low level. The WAG Trans Bass Challenge was held in conjunction with States and proved to be a great success with Victoria promising to return in 2004 with an additional team. It was also gratifying to have a contingent of mainland judges assist on the day.

PRESIDENT Sue Hope

MEMBERSHIP Gymnasts 2421 Technical Members 61 Gymnastics Clubs 13 Tasmania

2003 Year in Review 34 VICTORIA 2003 was a strong year for Victoria. Registrations continued to show strong growth. With the next three years each offering a great publicity platform for gymnastics with the, Olympic Games in 2004, World Championships in 2005 and Commonwealth Games in 2006. We expect to see gymnastics improve its public recognition and to see continued growth.

Major Gymsport Club 10 Update In Closing Highlights The highlight of the sporting Club 10 was implemented to all Relationship with our supporters is year was to have two Victorians clubs and a strong effort was strong and we have extremely close as part of the very successful made to engage clubs in the alliances with Victorian Institute of WAG National Team that won process. By the due date Victoria Sport, Department of Victorian a bronze medal at the World had 47 Star 2 clubs, five at Star Communities (Sport) and VicHealth. Championships. All our various three, 3 at Star 4 and one Star 5 Support from Gymnastics Australia gymsports have reported many club. However a further 40 clubs for the International Stream WAG successes during the year. We submitted the introductory program was very welcome, and have been proud to send State check list in 2003 in readiness their support to all staff and SMCs is Teams, or to have State for the 2004 cut off date. Club of great benefit to the State and the representation to all National 10 Officer Christine Davidson is sport. events. Victoria now has four doing a great job assisting clubs Yet again we boast an excellent clubs with WAG International in all areas of their operation, Board who lead and direct Victoria Stream athletes. Rhythmic is not limited to completing the in a positive and open manner. The very proud that Penny checklists members all give freely of their Blackmore was the best- expertise and time to gymnastics. performed Australian at 2003 Volunteers are the base on which our World Championships. Our sport exists we honour and thank MAG program has doubled in them all. Beginning with the Board numbers and showing very Members it continues through the strong quality. Our other Sport Management Committees, disciplines continue to develop Technical Members, Clubs and and grow. parents all who volunteer their time The event highlight was the and energy to gymnastics. I thank Women’s National Clubs event them for their support. conducted at, and in Jane Farrance conjunction with, Maffra Gymnastic Club. All who attended were impressed with the hospitality, organisation and publicity the event gained. PRESIDENT Geoff Sussman

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Jane Farrance

MEMBERSHIP Gymnasts 19,343 Gymnastics Technical Members 698 Victoria Clubs 104

35 Gymnastics Australia WESTERN AUSTRALIA Gymnastics in Western Australia has had an outstanding year in all areas of operation. 2003 will be remembered for our unprecedented success in the competition arena balanced with the delivery of a high level of service to our Affiliated Clubs, and the achievement of small operating profit of $2,683 for the Association.

Without question the year’s highlights were the outstanding results of our Western Australian athletes, from the superb Bronze medal of our Australian Women’s Team at World Championships, led by Allana Slater, to the selection of John Carroll in the Australian Men’s team for World Championships (a first for WA since 1989), and the performances of our athletes at National and other events. Management/ ACRO: With a team of only twelve In Closing Staff/SMC athletes a special congratulations is to go 2003 was an outstanding year in all Each of the disciplines was once again to K.Pudelek and C.Trigwell who won gold areas of operation. It will be expertly run by their own SMC. This year in the L7 Mixed Pairs. remembered in particular for the has seen the ongoing development of each CHEERLEADING: The Perth Angels unprecedented success of our athletes of the seven disciplines culminating in one Cheerleaders returned home triumphant, on the International and National of the most successful competition periods completing a meritorious set of back-to- stage and we can look forward with in the history of our sport. A special well back victories (2002, 2003). great optimism to building on this done must go to all State representatives GG: also continued to achieve at a high outstanding level of athletic in WA Gymnastic teams - gymnasts & level. We saw the linking of gymnastics performance. Three other focus areas officials - who proudly represented our state and the arts through the introduction of for the future will be the further at the National Championships and other the highly acclaimed Cirque de development of Clubs through the events throughout the year. Gymnastique, the successful annual Club 10 program, continued GymFest event, the growth of improvement of the Association’s Major Gymsport Highlights Cheerleading, and the Wheel Team travel financial position, and the furthering Congratulations must go to our abroad on their first international trip in July. of our position to develop a dedicated International representatives; J.Carroll, State gymnastics venue. M.Jozwiak and I.Greenwell (MAG); A. At the WA Sports Federation’s Sport Star Slater, A.Lauren, D.Joura, and O.Vivian awards. Jo Richards and Nikolai Lapchine Thank you to the Clubs, Committees, (WAG); C.Holloway, and K.Dolan (RG); won WA Coach of the Year, and Karon Club Volunteers, Coaches, Judges, L.Henville, M.Read, M.Davies, K. Gorman, Williams won WA Official of the Year. Athletes, staff, and all those in the H.Davies, S.Van Loenhout, A. Kane, Regional Associations for what has C.Hayward, and C.Sargent (AER); and in Club 10 Update been a very positive year. Gymnastics International Women’s Levels N.Smith, In the membership area, we maintained is a great sport, and your support is J.Bolton, C.Keating, and K.Morgan. good gymnast numbers despite the appreciated in helping as many people as possible enjoy its qualities. Australian Championships decision of the PCYC not to affiliate. The PCYC withdrawal has resulted in a Thank you also to our partners and MAG: in the Seniors J.Carroll took the AA major sponsors – the Department of silver and gold on Pommels and Vault. The reduction in Club affiliations, and slight reduction in the Technical members. Sport and Recreation, Healthway, U15 Team took the gold with M. Jozwiak WAIS, BHPBilliton; Woodside Energy going on to take gold in the AA and Notwithstanding, the strong membership, and range of events of offer has driven a Australia, Gymnastics Australia and Pommels, Rings, Vault and High Bar Challenge Stadium. WAG: WA returned with excellent results record number of participants at in both elite and levels. WA took out seven Gymnastics WA events. Gratton Wilson of the ten gold on offer in the Senior and Junior International Divisions through We have successfully launched the Club A.Slater, D.Joura, A.Lauren, and O.Vivian, 10 program to all affiliated Clubs and the and for the first time in six years of program has been met with enthusiasm by competition WA won the Levels team the majority of Clubs in WA. medal. RG: WA successfully hosted the RG National Championships in July, and WA won 13 PRESIDENT gold in elite and levels divisions. Peter Ruttledge AER: WA athletes won 12 gold, 3 silver and 2 bronze medals. Trudi Nurse won the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR National Coach of the Year award with Gratton Wilson Kieran Gorman winning National Junior Athlete of the Year TRP: The team returned from Brisbane with MEMBERSHIP some solid team performances. With strong Gymnasts 5823 Gymnastics Technical Members 203 team numbers there is certainly something Western Australia to build on for the future. Clubs 104

2003 Year in Review 36 APPENDICES - SPORT RESULTS MEN’S ARTISTIC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS – CANBERRA (July) All Around Team Senior International Philippe Rizzo (NSW/AIS) - Level 10 U/18 Sam Offord (SA/AIS) - Level 10 Open Peter Kismartoni (VIC) - Level 10 Combined New South Wales Level 9 U/17 Chris Martin (NSW/NSWIS) QLD Level 9 Open Luke Wiwatowski (NSW) NSW Level 8 U/15 Martin Jozwiak (WAHPC) WA Level 8 Open Brett Gainsford (NSW) NSW Level 7 U/13 International Michael Mercieca (NSW/NSWIS) QLD Level 7 U/13 National Chris Reynolds (QLD) QLD Level 7 Open Samuel Green (NSW) NSW

NATIONAL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS – SYDNEY (September) Champion Club: 1st - Nth Beaches Gymnastics (NSW), 2nd - Woollongong (NSW), 3rd - Airbourne DIVISION 1 Floor: Northern Beaches Vault: Northern Beaches Pommels: Northern Beaches Parallel Bars: Northern Beaches Rings: Northern Beaches High Bar: Northern Beaches DIVISION 2 Floor: Northern Beaches Vault: Northern Beaches Pommels: Northern Beaches Parallel Bars: Northern Beaches Rings: Airbourne High Bar: Northern Beaches DIVISION 3 Floor: Northern Beaches Vault: Gold Coast Pommels: Wollongong Parallel Bars: Northern Beaches Rings: Northern Beaches High Bar: Northern Beaches DIVISION 4 Floor: Northern Beaches Vault: Northern Beaches Pommels: Northern Beaches Parallel Bars: PIT Rings: Northern Beaches High Bar: Northern Beaches DIVISION 5 Floor: Epping YMCA Vault: Wollongong Pommels: NBG/Epping YMCA Parallel Bars: Epping YMCA Rings: Epping YMCA High Bar: Epping YMCA DIVISION 6 Floor: Northern Beaches Vault: Epping YMCA Pommels: Northern Beaches Parallel Bars: Northern Beaches Rings: Northern Beaches High Bar: Northern Beaches

Australian Youth Olympic Festival – Sydney, January Parallel Bars – J. Jefferis (1st), S. Simpson (6th), D. Read (7th) 2003 High Bar – J. Jefferis (4th), S. Offord (7th) Team A: Josh Jefferis, Sam Offord, Sam Simpson, Daniel Read Jurassic Classic – Calgary, March 2003 Team B: Thomas Pichler, Adrian Janssen, Peter Hum, Team: Joel Moss, Josh Jefferis, Sam Simpson, Dane Michael Donnet Smith Coach: Igor Bespalov, Yu Bo, Viktor Trofimov Coach: John Curtin RESULTS: RESULTS: Team: 3rd Team Competition: Team A - 2nd, Team B – 4th All Around: J. Moss (7th), J. Jefferis (8th), S. Simpson (9th), th All Around: S. Offord – 8 D. Smith (10th) Apparatus Finals: Floor – J. Jefferis (4th), S. Offord (6th), D. Read (8th) Apparatus Finals: – S. Simpson (5th), J. Jefferis (8th) Floor – S. Simpson (3rd), J. Moss (7th) Rings – J. Jefferis (3rd), S. Simpson (5th), S. Offord (6th), D. Pommel Horse – S. Simpson (2nd), J. Jefferis (8th) Read (8th) Rings – J. Jefferis (5th), S. Simpson (6th) Vault – J. Jefferis (6th) Vault – D. Smith (1st), S. Simpson (3rd)

37 Gymnastics Australia Parallel Bars – J.Jefferis (5th), J. Moss (6th) Arthur Gander – World Cup, November 2003 High Bar – J. Moss (3rd), J. Jefferis (5th) Gymnasts: Philippe Rizzo Coaches: Vladamir Vatkin French International, March 2003 RESULTS: All Around: 7th Gymnasts: Philippe Rizzo, Pavel Mamin, Damian Istria Parallel Bars: 1st Coach: Vladimir Vatkin RESULTS: DTB Cup – World Cup, November 2003 Gymnasts: Philippe Rizzo Apparatus Finals: Coaches: Vladamir Vatkin st High Bar - P. Rizzo (1 ) RESULTS: Turner Der Meister – World Cup – March 2003 Apparatus Finals: Parallel Bars – 2nd Gymnasts: Philippe Rizzo, Damian Istria, Pavel Mamin High Bar – 1st Coach: Vladimir Vatkin Super Final: RESULTS: Parallel Bars – 2nd P.Rizzo – Finals (Pommel Horse, Parallel Bars, High Bar) High Bar – 2nd D. Istria – Vault (10th, High Bar (4th) Canberra Cup – Canberra, December 2003 OBI Cup - Germany – 5th March 2003 Gymnasts: Sam Offord, Ian Greenwell, Thomas Pichler, Gymnasts: Martin Jozwiak, Daniel Read, Peter Hum, Martin Jozwiak, Jonathon Chien, Presanth Sam Offord Sellathurai Coach: Paul Szyjko Coach: Igor Bespalov, Yu Bo, Xiong Songliang RESULTS RESULTS: Team: 4th All Around: S. Offord (6th), I. Greenwell (8th), T. Pichler rd All Around: Martin Jozwiak (3 ) (9th), M. Jozwiak (10th), J. Chien (11th) Apparatus Finals: AUS v NKL Liestal, Switzerland – 12th March 2003 nd th th Gymnasts: Martin Jozwiak, Daniel Read, Peter Hum, Sam Floor – T. Pichler (2 ), M. Jozwiak (5 ), S. Offord (8 ), th th Offord J.Chien (9 ), I. Greenwell (11 ) Coach: Paul Szyjko Pommel Horse – P. Sellathurai (2nd), I. Greenwell (6th), M. RESULTS: Jozwiak (7th), S. Offord (10th), T. Pichler (11th), J. Chien Team: 1st (12th) All Around: M. Jozwiak (2nd), P. Hum (3rd) Rings – S. Offord (1st), P. Sellathurai (2nd), T. Pichler (6th), I. Greenwell (10th), M. Jozwiak (11th), J. Chien (13th) th th th World Championships - Anaheim USA, August 2003 Vault – S. Offord (5 ), T. Pichler (6 ), M. Jozwiak (7 ), J. Chien (11th), I. Greenwell (12th) Team: Philippe Rizzo, John Carroll, Josh Jefferis, Ian Parallel Bars – I. Greenwell (4th), P. Sellathurai (7th), S. Bartlett, Joel Moss, Pavel Mamin, Sam Simpson Offord (8th), T. Pichler (9th), M. Jozwiak (10th), J. Chien (Reserve), Adrian looney (Non Travelling Reserve) (13th) Coaches: Sergei Chinkar, Vladamir Vatkin, John Curtin High Bar – I. Greenwell (5th), T. Pichler (6th), S. Offord (7th), RESULTS: M. Jozwiak (11th), J. Chien (12th) Team: 22nd Apparatus Finals: Open Tour, Canada, March 2003 th High Bar – P. Rizzo (4 ) (selected from 2003 Nationals Championships) Gymnasts: Robert Lewis, Adrian Pickering & Dane Wong World University Games – Korea, August 2003 (VIC); Kyle Thompson, Blake Lance & Brett Gainsford Team: John Carroll, Joel Moss, Ashley Mullen, Arne (NSW); Trent Lawrie, Jared Crunkhorn & Timothy Hayman Boysen (QLD) and Paul Black (SA). Coaches: Igor Bespalov Coaches: Bruce Edwards, Rohan Kennedy. RESULTS: Judges: Rohan Kennedy, Kath Graham Team: 16th th th All Around: J. Carroll (18 ), A. Mullen (29 ) Open Tour, Auckland NZ August 2003 (Selected from 2003 National Championships) Junior Japan , September 2003 Level 9 Robert Lewis, Brett Gainsford, Owen Moulds, Luke Gymnasts: Josh Jefferis, Sam Offord Ingham, Tae Tyrrel, Leigh Murphy, Nicholas Mullen , Guy Coaches: Viktor Trofimov Walter RESULTS: RESULTS: 1st and 2nd team place th th All Around: J. Jefferis (4 ), S.Offord (14 ) Level 8 Team Ryan Ansell, Brad Harrison, Glen Ng, Daniel Apparatus Finals: Grace nd Floor – J. Jefferis (2 ), S. Offord (Finals) RESULTS: 1st team place nd Rings – J. Jefferis (2 ) Coaches: Bruce Edwards, Jamie Cannon, Daren Wolfe Vault - S. Offord (Finals) Judges: Daren Wolfe, Lesley Thompson, Kath Graham, Brian Wade

2003 Year in Review 38 WOMEN’S ARTISTIC

Australian Youth Olympic Festival Friendship Classic USA Gymnasts Monette Russo Gymnasts Lisa Skinner Stephanie Moorhouse Hayley Wright Karen Nguyen Coach Vladimir Zakharov Hayley Tyrell Results Lisa Skinner 6th AA Nadia Fairfax Hayley Wright 8th AA Lyn Silcock World Championships Anaheim, USA Emma Parker Gymnasts Monette Russo Amy Lauren Belinda Archer Coaches Peggy Liddick Allana Slater Gui Ping Wang Jacqui Dunn Misha Barabach Stephanie Moorhouse Michelle DeHighden Danielle Kelly Vladimir Joura Lisa Skinner Results Team 2nd, Coaches Peggy Liddick Monett eRusso1st AA Misha Barabach Stephanie Moorhouse 2nd AA Nikolai Lapchine Shaoyi Jiang WOGA Classic and Parkettes Invitational Valdimir Zakharov Gymnasts Stephanie Moorhouse Yang Qing Hua Danielle Kelly Physio Keren Faulkner Coaches Mark Calton Judges Helen Colagiuri Jill Wright Pacific Challenge – Anaheim, USA Results Team 3rd Gymnasts Hayley Tyrell Monette Russo 12th AA Lisa Skinner Allana Slater 13th AA Monette Russo Danielle Kelly Japan Junior, Yokohama, Japan Jacqui Dunn Gymnasts Monette Russo Stephanie Moorhouse Amy Lauren Coaches Peggy Liddick Coaches Misha Barabach Vladimir Zakharov Vlaimir Joura Misha Barabach Judge Jean Lang Yang Qing Hua Results Monette Russo 1st AA,1st UB, 1st BB Judge Helen Colagiuri & 1st FX Results Team 4th Glasgow Grand Prix 8 Nations Tournament Gronigen, Gymnasts Allana Slater Netherlands Stephanie Moorhouse Gymnasts Allana Slater Coach Nikolai Lapchine Monette Russo Results Allana Slater 4th BB & 2nd FX, Stephanie Moorhouse Stephanie Moorhouse 4th UB Lisa Skinner Danielle Kelly Marsillia Cup, Marseilles, France Coaches Peggy Liddick Gymnasts Allana Slater Mark Calton Belinda Archer Vladimir Zakharov Monette Russo Nikolai Lapchine Stephanie Moorhouse Physio Keren Faulkner Melissa Munro Judges Helen Colagiuri Coaches Nikolai Lapchine Carol Weiss Misha Barabach Results Team 2nd Xiaoli Tang Monette Russo 7th AA Results Team 3rd

39 Gymnastics Australia DTB Cup, Stuttgart, Germany Simone Greig Gymnasts Allana Slater Results Australia A 1st Team Belinda Archer Coaches Nikolai Lapchine Level 10 Chloe Jackson Xaoli Tang Jessica McIlwraith Results Allana Slater 7th FX Megan Dowse Natasha Hammann Canberra Cup, Canberra Holli Lawler Gymnasts Monique Blount Anthea Hewett Melissa Munro Danica Hilton Olivia Vivian Coaches Kylie Shadbolt Daria Joura Brad Spunner Chloe Sims Results Australia A 1st Alyce Arrowsmith Ashlee Woodward Results Melissa Munro 2nd AA Alyce Arrowsmith 3rd AA Jacqui Dunn (SA) National Levels Challenge From each Level (7 – 10) an Australian team was selected at National Clubs to compete against teams from South Africa and New Zealand. The competition was held in Canberra in December at the start of the Reach for the Stars competition.

Level 7 Heather Rath Nicole Smith Allira Williams Emily Walker Jessica Bolton Kate Bishop Meagan Silvers Coaches Kerri Porter Jim Rickert Results Australia A 1st Australia B 2nd Level 8 Corri Keating Caitlin Hannah Kimberley Dick Monette Russo (VIC) Natasha Jones Emma Longmuir Kaylin Norris Courtney Park Tara Daniel Coaches Desiree Jones Josh Holmes Results Australia A 1st Australia B 2nd Level 9 Hui Nee Chin Tamara Gleave Kristy Whiting Karen Morgan Michelle Williams Emily Hollyoak Sarah Clappers Coaches Jessica Reynolds

2003 Year in Review 40 RHYTHMIC 2003 European Tour Results

Gymnast Competition Results Gymnast Competition Results

Gower Strasbourg 12th AA Gower Poland 4th AA 23/02/03 Hoop 14 – 21.7 Hoop Ball 12 - 20.95 Ball Clubs 13 – 21.7 Ribbon 12 – 18.47 Gower Corbeil Hoop 22.00 Ball 16.97 Gower Ljubljana 7th AA Clubs 18.00 27/02/03 Hoop 7 – 18.7 Ribbon 16.32 Ball 6 – 18.9 Clubs 5 – 21.9 Blackmore Bratislava 11th AA Ribbon 9 – 12.9 Hoop 76.55 Ball 6F Gower Moscow Cup 35th AA Clubs 3F 06/03/03 Hoop 35 – 15.83 Ribbon 6F Ball 23 – 20.19 Clubs 38 – 17.09 Blackmore Corbeil Hoop 19.65 Ribbon 35 – 16.16 Ball 17.1 Clubs 16.9 Gower Ukraine 37th AA Ribbon 17.2 Hoop 40 – 15.88 Ball 33 – 19.00 Blackmore Bourgas Hoop 17.3 Clubs 39 – 16.57 Ball 19.5 Ribbon 30 – 18.38 Clubs 18.17 Ribbon 18.15 Gower Thiais 23rd AA 22/03/03 Hoop 24 – 17.57 Blackmore Budapest 57th AA Ball 23 – 19.05 Hoop 20.27 Clubs 22 – 20.55 Ball 18.80 Ribbon 20 – 19.95 Clubs 21.25 Ribbon 18.20

Robertson Bourgas Hoop 16.92 Vahala Budapest 81st AA Ball 20.55 Hoop 19.55 Clubs 18.37 Ball 17.87 Ribbon 18.4 Clubs 17.80 Ribbon 17.75 Gower Calais 9th AA Hoop 9 – 20.55 Gower Budapest 64th AA Ball 14 – 17.35 Hoop 20.17 Clubs 5 – 22.35 Ball 18.10 Ribbon 3 – 19.45 Clubs 20.60 Ribbon 16.47 Final - Clubs 6th Ribbon 3rd Blackmore Bourgas Hoop 17.3 Ball 19.5 Blackmore Latvia 12th AA Clubs 18.17 Hoop 19.8 Ribbon 18.15 Ball 18.26 Clubs 20.05 Ribbon 16.98

41 Gymnastics Australia GENERAL GYMNASTICS 2003 NATIONAL CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONSHIPS Saturday 5th July, QLD

HOT SHOTS OVERALL Dance, Cheer & Chant 1st Perth Angels 18.55 1st Fit2Cheer Sapphires 8.75 2nd John Paul College Starz 18.30 2nd South East QLD Starletts 8.60 3rd Acrobatic Fanatics 17.95 3rd Piranha Cheerleaders 7.90 INTERNATIONAL CHEERSPORT CHALLENGE Tumbling, Stunts & Dance Dance, Cheer & Chant st 1 Fit2Cheer Sapphires 8.55 1st Perth Angels 9.35 nd 2 South East QLD All Stars 7.95 2nd John Paul College Starz 9.15 rd 3 Strawberries & Cream Cheerl Team 7.60 3rd Acrobatic Fanatics 8.85

ALL STARS Tumbling, Stunts & Dance 1st Perth Angels 9.20 Dance, Cheer & Chant 2nd John Paul College Starz 9.15 1st Perth Angels 9.35 3rd Acrobatic Fanatics 9.10 2nd Townsville Dance & Cheerleading 8.60 3rd UOW Wildcats 8.50 SPIRIT STICK AWARD Tumbling, Stunts & Dance Townsville Dance & Cheerleading 1st Perth Angels 9.20 =2nd UOW Wildcats 8.35 =2nd Townsville Dance & Cheerleading 8.35

OPEN Dance, Cheer & Chant 1st Acrobatic Fanatics 8.85 2nd Cheersport Townsville/Thuringowa Snr 8.50 3rd Sydney Xtreme All-Stars 8.35

Tumbling, Stunts & Dance 1st Acrobatic Fanatics 9.10 2nd Cheersport Townsville/Thuringowa Snr 8.65 3rd Sydney Xtreme All-Stars 7.90

JUNIOR SCHOOLS Dance, Cheer & Chant 1st Gladstone Central Crystals 8.65 2nd Beaudesert State High School Junior 7.95 3rd Burnside Bandits 7.85 Tumbling, Stunts & Dance 1st Gladstone Central Crystals 7.90 2nd Kirwan State High School Junior 7.75

SENIOR SCHOOLS Dance, Cheer & Chant 1st John Paul College Starz 9.15 2nd Helensvale State High School 8.30 3rd Kirwan State High School 8.00

Tumbling, Stunts & Dance 1st John Paul College Starz 9.15 2nd Kirwan State High School Senior 7.55

2003 Year in Review 42 12th World Gymnaestrada, Lisbon Portugal Team Aus ’03

Team Management Sigrid Chambers Kate Gilbey Head of Delegation: Graham Churchill Lesley Gilbey Matt Connell Jason Churchill Sarah Gilbey Team Manager: Kristine Churchill Catherine Greening Nerine Cooper Robyn Churchill Dianne Greening Assistant Team Managers: Kerri Cook Samantha Hardie Brad Edwards (National Stand Co) Nerida Cook Matthew Henson Margaret-Mary Opstelten June Crowley Cherie Langelaar National Stand Assistant: Laureane Ettiene-Walsh Dianne McInnes-Moore Karl Godau Nadine Ettiene-Walsh Koby Moore Rachel Grant Dylan Moore PIT Gymnastics Paul Harris Tegan Moore Annette Dorrington Laura Hespe Ashley Morgans Anthony Dorrington Alan Hoy Jacqueline Myers Kate Dorrington Elise Hoy Amy Newsom John Dorrington Maree Hoy Victoria Newsom Petrina Hutchinson Deb Jansson Katie Outzen Maureen Kear Morgan Jansson Michaela Pendleton Carolyn McLeod Bryna Robinson Scallywaggs Gym for Kids Sally Mcleod Jill Robinson Emma Branson Robert Osborne Christopher Wells Paul Branson Katherine Osborne Crowley Hayley Wells Susan Branson Lucia Osborne Crowley Julie Young Anne Daly Alyce Reid-Maguire Michaela Daly Anna Guilbert Goulburn Valley Gymnastics Club Kerry Guilbert Lisa Burgener Olivia Guilbert Megan Cooney Rhiannon Johnson - McCarten Carmel Lancaster Sophie Latella Kate Lancaster Kim McCarten Geoff Long Brenden McNee Helen Long Natalie McNee Kara Long Karlie McNee Sarah Maclaughlin Amanda Poole Diane Murphy Gavin Poole Jacinda Murphy Kit Poole Heather Madgwick Rod Poole Paige Madgwick Louise Rice Stephanie Wagdin Marcial Rivera Deborah Samuel Gosford Gymnastics Hayley Samuel Andre Andrews Ashley Wheeler Sarah Andrews Lorraine Wheeler Shaun Andrews Kim Wilson Claire Bird Gabrielle Bird Gladesville RSL Gymnastics Club Ellie Carroll Christine Aldridge Libby Carroll Jordan Aldridge Matthew Carroll Sophie Bennett Alexandra Crowe Don Bollard Angela Crowe Ella Chambers Ashlee Crowe Janelle Chambers Gregory Crowe Michael Chambers Ben Gilbey

43 Gymnastics Australia SPORT AEROBICS 2003 Australian Championships International Tours Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Albert Park, VIC IAF Suzuki World Cup, Japan: 18th – 20th April 2003 29th – 31st August 2003. Head of Delegation/ Judge Karon Williams Snr Elite Male: Chris Behan (NSW) Coach Trudi Nurse Snr Elite Female: Emily Sharp (SA) Medical Officer Jacque Harper Snr Elite Mixed Pair: T Syphers and M Hayward (ACT) Emily Sharp (IF) 11th Snr Elite Trio: L Henville, M Davies, M Read (WA) Carly Rees (IF) 12th Novice Female: Elizabeth Kane (WA) Chris Behan (IM) 11th Novice Trio: E Kane, B Tung, V McCann (WA) Tim Crowe & Kelly Piper (MP) 4th Snr Youth Female: Chloe Sargent (WA) Leah Henville, Melissa Read, Snr Youth Male: Kieran Gorman (WA) Melissa Davies (Trio) 3rd Snr Youth Trio: K Parker, C Ramsden, Kieran Gorman (VY) 4th M Crawford (VIC) Kieran Gorman, Hannah Davies, Snr Youth Group: A Smith, R Low, J Flack, Summer Van Loenhout (YVT) 3rd J Pashula (VIC) Emily O’Hagen (YV) 11th Intl Youth Female: Alexandra Kane (WA) Alexandra Kane YJV) 4th Intl Youth Male: Martin Warren (QLD) Intl Youth Trio: K Belovari, J Todd, AFLAC International Cup, Japan: 5th May 2003 B Cheah-Lord (QLD) Head of Delegation Karon Williams Intl Youth Group: K Cross, N Cooke, E Simons, Lauren Farry (IF) 1st S Richardson (VIC) Carmen Hayward (IF) 8th Jnr Youth Trio: A Nicholson, L Yang, A leong (VIC) Jnr Youth Group: J Geeve, A Burgess, C Murphy, ANAC World Championships, Florida USA: 31st July - 4th C Harris (NSW) August 2003 Jnr Female Level 1: Melissa Burke (VIC) Head of Delegation Karon Williams Jnr Trio Level 1: A Cormack, C Lancaster, Coach Anthony Ikin E Poletto (NSW) Lauren Farry (IF) 1st Jnr Group Level 1: K Wilson, E Burgess, La Shae Pentony (IF) 16th A Athanasio, C McDiarmid (NSW) Carmen Hayward (IF) 19th Intl Female Level 1: Alissa McGlashan (NSW) Chris Behan (IM) 13th Intl Trio Level 1: M Kenny, N Franklin, B Heinus (QLD) Sandi Carmichael (YV) 4th Intl Group Level 1: A McGlashan, F Wainwright, Chloe Sargent (YV) 7th W leahy, C Hacek (NSW) Emily O’Hagen (YV) 9th Snr Female Level 1: Georgina Harvey (NSW) Snr Trio Level 1: T Ashworth, G Harvey, A West (NSW) Snr Group Level 1: Heidi Correll, D Rule, E Falting, K Smith, A Greig, S McInerney (SA) Jnr Female Level 2: Chelsea Carroll (WA) Jnr Group Level 2: H Thek, T Mason, C Nadel, H Adcock (VIC) Intl Female Level 2: Tamzen McAlpine (WA) Intl Trio Level 2: K Miller, K Smith, A Gazzola (VIC) Intl Group Level 2: L Morse, L Murtagh, A Skelton, E Prowse, C Jubber (VIC) Snr Female Level 2: Lauren Campbell (VIC) Snr Trio Level 2: C Vannatter, C Wetherman, S Bezzina (VIC) Snr Group Level 2: C Borberg, G Carey, K Rowe, K Lack, L Campbell (VIC) Adult Female Level 2:N Keentok (NSW) Adult Trio Level 2: J Gammon, T Rowe, J Marsh (WA) Intl Female Level 3: A Salerno (WA) Snr Female Level 3: Samantha Rowney (WA) Snr Trio Level 3: J Pekar, K McCormick, A Williams (NSW) IM - Individual Male Snr Group Level 3: A Gates, E Ballin, E Hudson, IF - Individual Female J Martelli, N Melacrinis (NSW) YJV - Youth Junior Varsity Step Team: B Humble, W Herring, T Lianos, YV - Youth Varsity MP - Mixed Pair C Suckling, E Scott, M Roberts (WA)

2003 Year in Review 44 MEMBERSHIP STATISTICS 2003 ATHLETE REGISTRATIONS

S3TATE 2200 2100 2000 2900 1899 1799 1699 199 1995

ACT 20,674 25,30 10,74 11,80 11,81 17,22 16,55 23,10 2,00

NSW 237,674 235,39 252,79 179,73 178,45 106,95 210,13 320,65 26,48

NT 15,142 17,17 14,19 10,16 10,16 12,01 17,21 12,32 1,33

QLD 210,740 200,26 188,01 175,59 118,72 153,38 173,87 154,56 15,39

SA 194,678 164,05 114,84 161,07 151,42 161,32 134,31 125,86 4,72

TAS 25,421 22,55 15,76 10,38 15,69 19,42 17,63 14,77 1,75

VIC 139,343 138,68 196,28 176,33 138,98 127,09 136,77 108,92 16,92

WA 57,823 69,37 66,98 64,13 60,35 60,76 85,39 80,86 8,95

TOTAL 934,468 950,80 883,62 723,22 728,61 619,17 797,89 984,07 77,55

2003 TECHNICAL REGISTRATIONS

S3TATE 2200 2100 2000 2900 1899 1799 199 ACT 423 38393337474 ATHLETE BY GYMSPORT NSW 9685 829 855 900 747 821 86 G3YMSPORT 200 NT 447 45565258656 MAG 5,035 QLD 6925 567 640 498 625 516 52 WAG 17,627 SA 2865 287 243 273 295 257 29 RG 1,587 TAS 671 63637265655 GG 60,880 VIC 6398 623 661 683 662 692 69 AER 708 WA 2403 211 222 273 262 222 20 TRP 2,768 AIS 79 8 8990 ACRO 762 GA 103 10051010 T7OTAL 89,36 T7OTAL 22,94 23,76 27,69 22,66 26,71 26,70 2,74

2003 AFFILIATED CLUBS

S3TATE 2200 2100 2000 2900 1899 1799 199 ACT 99 8 78821 JUDGES BY GYMSPORT NSW 1666 159 198 137 202 168 17 G3YMSPORT 200 NT 81111011188 MAG 192 WAG 548 QLD 1936 193 193 173 154 12 RG 32 SA 968 120 100 171 140 506 AER 10 TAS 143 18181113141 TRP 20 VIC 1204 131 170 171 131 141 11 ACRO 14 WA 459 64545154647 T6OTAL 81 T3OTAL 528 605 642 653 657 586 45

45 Gymnastics Australia EXTRACT FROM AUDITED FINANCIAL REPORT 2003 BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST DECEMBER 2003

Last Year This Year

MEMBERS FUNDS 791,446.20 Opening Balance 626, 125.35 -165,320.85 Surplus (Deficit -) for the year 30,789.95

626,125.35 656,915.30

Represented by: CURRENT ASSETS 500.00 Petty Cash 500.00 36,183.39 Cash on Deposit - ANZ Bank 37,313.12 590,861.36 Short Term Investments - at cost 622,500.00 ANZ Cash Management Account 253,384.81 354,196.62 ANZ Bank Account AGF 127,672.62 215,590.85 Trade Debtors 150,204.11 -1,500.00 Less Provision for Doubtful Debts -1,500.00 28,000.00 Other Debtors 19,599.96 3,333.00 Office Rental Bond 9,165.73 15,773.27 Prepayments 124,118.08 156,576.31 Stock on Hand 144,606.64 111,070.18 Work in Progress 87,569.68 1,510,584.98 1,575,134.75 INVESTMENTS 80.00 Kidskills Australia Pty Ltd - at cost 80.00

FIXED ASSETS 321,098.87 Furniture & Fittings - at Cost 322,404.40 229,042.09 Less Provision for Depreciation 238,007.27 92,056.78 84,397.13

1,602,721.76 TOTAL ASSETS 1,659,611.88

CURRENT LIABILITIES 241,997.72 Trade Creditors & Accrued Expenses 426,948.73 31,290.40 GST Liability 61,612.49 Membership Fees in Advance - 2004 56,262.50 11,637.46 Provision for Long Service Leave 13,250.04 71,156.83 Provision for Annual Leave 43,921.14 328,447.54 Prepaid Government Grants & Sponsorship 394,984.88 13,434.07 State Technical Membership Funds Held 14,489.14 Trust Funds - Individual Members Trust Funds - Commonwealth Gymnastics Fed. 5,716.80 264,143.25 Trust Funds - 2003 World Gymnaestrada 976,596.41 Deduct Total Liabilities 1,002696.58

626,125.35 NET ASSETS 656,915.30

2003 Year in Review 46 EXTRACT FROM AUDITED FINANCIAL REPORT 2003

TRADING & PROFIT & LOSS STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2003

Last Year This Year

201,777.37 Merchandise Sales 191,856.83 141273.77 Opening Stock 156,576.31 145723.09 Add Purchases & Stock Overhead Costs 125,897.73 286996.86 282,474.04 156576.31 Deduct Closing Stock 144,606.64 130,420.55 Cost of Merchandise Sold/Written Off 137,867.40

71,356.82 Gross Profit(Loss) from Trading 53,989.43

Membership & Affiliation Revenue 32,000.00 Affiliation Fees - State Associations 32,000.00 187,074.21 Technical Membership 208,986.64 343,680.00 Member Registration Fees 368,609.09 562,754.21 609,595.73

Less Direct Membership Expenses 74,113.67 Membership Expenses 50,198.57 14,700.95 Kindergym Registrations 13,105.36 -49,077.56 Net Membership Insurance -55,366.06 39,737.06 7,937.87 523,017.15 Net Income from Membership 601,657.86

Sponsorship & Royalties Etc. 5,960.70 Licence Fees Received 9,926.48 94,739.54 Sponsorship General 56,533.05 100,700.24 66,459.53

424,200.00 Government Grant Income 378,900.00

Other Income 44,099.04 Interest Received 53,154.60 19,800.00 State Registration Scheme 28,865.00 20,000.00 GymSkools Management Fees 14,500.00 - 2005 World Championships Administration Fee 5,000.00 - Capital Profit on Redemption of Investments 34,346.36 3,946.97 Sundry Income 827.44 561.28 Disposal of Fixed Assets 4,946.08 88,407.29 141,639.48 1,207,681.50 TOTAL INCOME 1,242,646.30

47 Gymnastics Australia EXTRACT FROM AUDITED FINANCIAL REPORT 2003

OPERATING & ADMINISTRATION EXPENSES

Last Year This Year 39,925.00 Accounting / Audit Fees 41,000.00 5,249.51 Bank Charges & Govt Taxes 3,850.88 330.00 Cleaning & Waste Removal 2,817.94 1,882.41 Computer & General Consultancy Costs 389.13 27,952.50 Depreciation 27,840.25 4,756.56 Electricity & Gas 5,614.23 33,497.15 Expenses - National Office Staff & Board 33,904.69 2,270.75 General Expenses 1,405.19 8,132.96 Insurance - AGF 8,897.86 7,014.07 Internet Costs 7,332.23 19,930.31 Lease of Equipment 20,806.12 6,412.60 Legal Fees 100.00 43,640.61 Marketing & Sponsorship Expenses - 51,378.91 Meeting Expenses 45,441.90 819.82 Motor Vehicle Expenses 1,290.61 - Office Relocation Expenses 21,549.97 14,611.40 Payroll Tax 13,429.36 16,232.63 Postage & Courier 13,502.19 17,179.02 Printing Stationery & Photocopying 18,328.83 3,196.50 Promotions / Goodwill/Public Relations 1,426.19 1,559.01 Rates & Taxes 1,305.35 39,996.00 Rent of Premises 44,037.98 3,731.04 Repairs & Maintenance 2,935.28 1,444.09 Resource Library Materials 1,042.71 748,161.34 Salaries & Leave Provisions 789,705.89 3,838.83 Salaries / Indirect Costs 4,305.03 429.52 Staff Training & Amenities 1,177.23 5,389.02 Subscriptions, Registrations & Affiliations 7,517.62 71,345.03 Superannuation Contributions 81,235.81 28,510.59 Telephone & Facsimile Expenses 31,716.17 1,575.22 Travel & Accomodation 1,786.93 14,259.80 Workers Compensation Insurance 16,761.16

1,224,652.20 TOTAL OPERATING EXPENSES 1,252,454.73

-16,970.70 Net Operating Surplus (-Deficit) (Excluding Project -9,808.53 Funding and Extraordinary Item 65,977.85 Net Surplus from Projects carried out during year 40,598.38 -214,328.00 Extraordinary Item - Loss Great China Circus Project 40,598.38

-165,320.85 Net Surplus (-Deficit) for year 30,789.95

2003 Year in Review 48 NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS Notes to Financial Statementsfor the year ended 31st December 2003 These notes should be read in conjunction with the financial statements.

Statement of Accounting Policies Investments The Federation has a 20% holding (80 The accounts of this entity (which is a ‘non-reporting’ shares of $1) in a private company Kidskills Australia Pty entity) have been prepared in accordance with Ltd. These shares were acquired to facilitate the applicable statements of Accounting Concepts and processing of grant funds to this venture the aim of which Accounting Standards. is to promote Gymnastics in schools initially in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. Results for Year The Federation made a profit of $30,789.95 for the All Current Liabilities have been reviewed and reflect year (2002 – loss $165,320.85). all known liabilities of the Federation

Short Term Investments at Cost are Fixed Interest Income Tax Hybrids listed on the Stock Exchange the market The AGF is exempt from Income Tax. value of which was $630,670 at 31st December 2003. Government Grant and Sponsorship monies received The Furniture, Fittings and Equipment have been in 2003 that will be expended in the first half of 2004 are valued at cost less an appropriate provision for included as current liabilities on the basis that these funds depreciation based on the remaining useful life of would be refundable in the event that they were not each asset. expended in the manner for which they were provided.

The Trade Debtors have been reviewed and in the Employee Benefits opinion of management are all recoverable in the Provision has been made for Long Service Leave and normal course of business. Annual Leave in accordance with Statutory Obligations.

Stock on Hand has been reviewed and re-valued Economic Dependency to the lower of cost or net realisable value. The net The AGF is substantially reliant on appropriations of funds result of this is a write down of $16,935 (2002 from the Australian Sports Commission to fund current $12,940) that is reflected in the trading gross profit. levels of operation. This stock represents items held for resale at the AGF office. Constitution The Australian Gymnastic Federation Inc is an association Work in Progress (projects) has been reviewed and incorporated under the is valued at cost. It is believed the value shown is Associations Incorporations Act of the ACT on 14th August fully recoverable on completion of the various projects 1981, Registered Number A827. in 2004.

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LIFE MEMBERS Bob Wherrett – TAS Ted Trainer – NSW Brooke Winzer - VIC T.H. (Harry) Morris* Warwick Forbes – ACT Bret Hudson – NSW Kira Morrison - SA W.E. (Bill) Wilson* Ju Ping Tian – ACT – QLD Sandi Carmichael - SA J.R. (Jack) Carey* Dr Peter Fricker – ACT Philippe Rizzo - NSW Lauren Farry - NSW J.J. (Jim) Brown* Dr Don McIntosh – VIC Women’s Artistic Leah Henville - WA J.A. (Jim) Thompson Lee Caelli – VIC Monique Allen – NSW Melissa Read - WA L.M. (Lance) Otto Gene Schembri – ACT Jan Bedford – WA Melissa Davies - WA V.L. (Val) Beitzel Jonathan Hooper – VIC Joanna Hughes – VIC Kieran Gorman - WA F.T. (Frances) Crampton David Zuker – VIC Wanita Lynch – WA Hannah Davies - WA J.E. (Jim) Barry Kym Dowdell – QLD Julie-Anne Monico – ACT Summer Van Loenhout - WA K.B. (Ken) Williamson Steve Chetkovich – WA Val Norris – WA Trampoline Sports E.A. (Anne) Bigham Jacky Wood – ACT Lisa Read – NSW Ji Wallace – QLD R.B. (Bob) Wherrett George Tatai – VIC Val Roberts – VIC J. (Jeff) Cheales Tony Davis – VIC Kerry Bayliss – SA M. (Margaret) Lanz Helen Colagiuri – NSW Leanne Rycroft – SA * Deceased Tim Quinlivan – QLD Kylie Shadbolt – QLD Peter Read - NSW Rebecca Stoyel – SA AWARD OF MERIT Kathleen Graham – ACT Jenny Smith – WA Graham Bond – QLD Elizabeth Chetkovich – WA Marina Sulicich – SA Joan Caelli – VIC Margaret Mary Opstelten – QLD Michelle Telfer – WA Barry Cheales – QLD Allen Cullen – NSW Kellie Wilson – QLD Stan Davies – VIC Karon Williams – WA Salli Wills – WA Ena Duffield – QLD Pamela Ryan - NSW Zeena McLaughlin – VIC Nelleck Jol – WA Danica Mladenovic - ACT Lisa Skinner – QLD Jane Schmid – NSW Jillian Wright - VIC Allana Slater – WA Maureen Strauss – WA Jean Lang - NSW Trudy McIntosh – VIC Phil Teare – VIC * Posthumously Jacqui Dunn - SA Chris Timpson – ACT Monette Russo - VIC John Wilby – QLD Rhythmic Gymnastics Dexter Lorbach – VIC ROLL OF HONOUR - GYMNASTS Karen Ho – WA Anne Bigham – SA Men’s Artistic Kasumi Takahashi – VIC Jeff Cheales – QLD Graham Bond – QLD Danielle LeRay - NSW Margaret Lanz – VIC Shaw Byng – NSW Sport Aerobics Alistair Low – VIC* Stan Davies – VIC Juanita Little – NSW Frank Vig – QLD Brennon Dowrick – ACT Dean Wright – VIC Ken Williamson – VIC/ACT Benny de Roo – NSW Lisa Osborne – VIC Peter Chen – NZL Peter Hogan – NSW Patsy Tierney – SA Keith Russell – AN Peter Lloyd – VIC Anthony Ikin – QLD Yoshiteru Matsuzaki – JPN Ken Meredith – QLD Emily Sharp - SA Gymnastics John Atkinson – GBR Lindsay Nylund – WA Australia

FIG ELITE PINS Men’s Artistic Kellie Larter TAS 1987 Antonietta Guida WA 1985 Phillip Cheetham NSW 1979 Lisa Read NSW 1987 Kristy Darrah WA 1997 Lindsay Nylund WA 1979 Carolyn Stewart NSW 1987 Leigh Marning NSW 1999 Werner Birnbaum NSW 1981 Katie Watts VIC 1987 Bree Robertson NSW 1999 Shaw Byng NSW 1983 Jenny Clack WA 1989 Danielle LeRay NSW 1999 Robert Edmonds QLD 1983 Jodie Rogers NSW 1989 Sport Aerobics Gennady Glyberman VIC 1983 Kylie Shadbolt QLD 1989 Michael Betts QLD 1995 Ken Meredith QLD 1983 Michelle Telfer WA 1989 Juanita Little NSW 1995 Minouru Yamazaki NT 1983 Jane Warrilow WA 1989 Sonya Shepherd WA 1995 Grant Carlyon QLD 1987 Joanna Hughes VIC 1991 Patsy Tierney SA 1995 Tim Lees VIC 1987 Julie-Anne Monico ACT 1991 Eddie Walton WA 1995 Brennon Dowrick ACT 1989 Brooke Gysen WA 1992 Dean Wright VIC 1995 Peter Hogan NSW 1989 Lisa Moro VIC 1995 Todd Butland QLD 1996 Bret Hudson NSW 1995 Kirsty-Leigh Brown NSW 1995 Trampoline Sports Andrei Kravtsov QLD 1999 Ruth Moniz NSW 1995 Adrian Wareham VIC 1999 Philippe Rizzo NSW 2000 Lisa Skinner QLD 1996 Ji Wallace QLD 1999 Women’s Artistic Jenny Smith WA 1996 Jacinta Harford VIC 1999 Kerry Bayliss SA 1979 Trudy McIntosh VIC 1999 Sports Acrobatics Marina Sulicich SA 1979 Allana Slater WA 1999 Chantelle Blackburn QLD 2000 Kellie Wilson QLD 1984 Brooke Walker VIC 1999 Megan Bolton QLD 2000 Keri Battersby VIC 1984 Jacqueline Dunn SA 2001 Elena Armenis QLD 2002 Debbie Graham NSW 1985 Rhythmic Gymnastics Tara Busbridge QLD 2002 Leanne Rycroft SA 1985 Karen Ho WA 1983 Veronica Gravolin QLD 2002 Monique Allen NSW 1987 Ann Maree Kerr VIC 1983

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