ATHLETICS WA 2012-2013ANNUAL REPORT 2012 - 2013 Front Cover Shannon McCann broke a long standing state record in winning her first National title in the 100m hurdles at this year’s National Championships. Kim Mickle won her eighth National javelin title, giving her the perfect platform to prepare for the 2013 World Championships. The 2013 Bankwest Gallipoli Run attracted a record number of 1900 competitors and provided a picturesque setting in Kings Park. TABLE OF CONTENTS ATHLETICS WA DIRECTORY ................................................................................... 2 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ................................................................................. 3 CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE ........................................................................................... 5 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT ................................................................ 6 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS 2012/2013 ..................................................................... Go for 2 & 5 Perth Track Classic ......................................................................................................... 8 London Olympics ................................................................................................................................. 10 Strive Track and Field Season WA State Championships ....................................................................................................................... 11 Australian All Schools ............................................................................................................................. 12 Australian Junior Championships ........................................................................................................... 14 Development ......................................................................................................................................... Talent Talent Program ................................................................................................................ 16 Coaching ................................................................................................................................... 17 Officials ...................................................................................................................................... 19 Clubs ......................................................................................................................................... 21 Go for 2 & 5 Transition ............................................................................................................... 22 Out of Stadium ...................................................................................................................................... Cross CountrySeason ............................................................................................................... 23 Bankwest Gallipoli Fun Run 2013 ............................................................................................ 24 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORTS 2012/2013 ........................................... 26 NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORTS 2012/2013 ................ 30 STATEMENT BY THE BOARD 2012/2013 ................................................................. 32 INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT 2012/2013 ............................................................. 33 Page 1 ATHLETICS WA DIRECTORY • Life Members The following individuals have been recognized for their significant contributions to athletics in Western Australia and are Life Members of Athletics WA: Peter Bacich John Gilmour Steve McMahon Patricia Carr Lindsay Glass Steve Mladenis David Carr Jackie Halberg Fred Napier * Jacquie Cattermole Valerie Hancock * Ed Neimanis * Rick Cattermole Joan Harris Pamela O’Connell Robert Chalmers Robert Harris Valerie Prescott Gwen Chester * Arthur Hindle * Jeanette Robertson William Collier * Ross Holland Wendy Ryan Martin Crowe Kevan Hook * Margaret Saunders Frank Day * EV Horsley Bruce Stanton Shirley de la Hunty * Beris Johnson Anne Stingemore Margaret Devine Terry Jones Stephen Stingemore Jacqui Dufall * Don Keane Russell Stranger Yvonne Flavel Doug Lambert June Streeter Brian Foley * Persephone Lazarakis George Tempest * Lyn Foreman Anne Masters Mavis Tempest Geoff Garnett OAM Ray Mawson Bruce Wilson Ellen McKenzie * * Deceased • WAAC Board Members David Van der Walt (Chairman) Rebecca Bridge Stephen Stingemore Mal Harford (D / Chairman) John Forbes James Taylor Marissa Bechta Chilla Porter Darren Wright • Staff Members Chief Executive Officer Development Manager Wayne Loxley John de Bes Competition Manager Administrative Assistant Kylie Wheeler Alex Malcolm TID Consultant Clubs Officer Sarah Jamieson Jayne Mitchell Officials Coordinator Accountant Consultant Marion Buchanan Bronwyn Christie Book Keeper Nicola Albrecht Page 2 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Western Australian Athletics Commission (Inc) 2012 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 5.30pm Friday 19th October 2012 Athletics WA Boardroom WA Athletics Stadium 1. Present: D. Van der Walt (Chairman), S. Stingemore (D/Chairman), C. Porter, D. Wright, M. Harford and W. Loxley (CEO). Apologies: J. Taylor, R. Stranger and S. McMahon The Chairman opened the meeting at 5.30 pm and welcomed all in attendance. 2. Minutes of the Previous Meeting: It was moved S. Stingemore and seconded C. Porter that the minutes be accepted as a true and accurate record of the meeting. Carried unanimously. 3. Business Arising: None 4. 20101/ 2012 Annual Report, Annual Accounts and Auditor’s Statement It was moved S. Stingemore and seconded D. Wright that the Annual Report, Accounts and Auditors Statement be received. Carried unanimously. 5. Election of Board Members The Chairman asked the CEO to direct the board through this process. Mr Loxley advised the meeting that the term of office for R. Stranger and S. McMahon had expired and they had indicated they did not wish to stand for re-election. He advised that he had received nominations from three applicants that would fill these two positions and the position left vacant at last year’s AGM. The CEO advised that he had received nominations from Marissa Bechta, Rebecca Bridge and John Forbes and he asked M. Harford, D. Van der Walt and S. Stingemore to provide some personal background on each respective applicant. The CEO added that he had met all three and was supportive of their application. It was moved M. Harford and seconded D. Wright that all nominees be elected to the board. Passed unanimously. Page 3 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 6. Election of Office Bearers. The Chairman indicated that he was happy to continue in the role and it was moved S. Stingemore and seconded C. Porter that D. Van der Walt continue in the position. Passed unanimously. The Chairman asked the CEO if any nomination had been received for D / Chairman and he advised that S. Stingemore had indicated that he did not wish to continue in the role and he had received a nomination from Mal Harford. It was moved C. Porter and seconded D. Wright that the nomination be accepted and the board endorsed this nomination unanimously and Mr Harford was elected as D / Chairman. 7. Election of Auditors and Agree to Remuneration. The Chairman asked the CEO to comment on the current position and he advised that Francis A. Jones had been the auditors for several years, were familiar with the systems in place and had provided a quote of $3000 (inc GST) to continue. It was moved D. Van der Walt and seconded D. Wright that they be re-appointed. Agreed unanimously. 8. General Business 8.1 S. Stingemore expressed his gratitude to retiring board members R. Stranger and S McMahon and suggested they be considered for life membership after serving such long terms on the board. This was moved S. Stingemore and seconded D. Van der Walt and passed unanimously. S. Stingemore also expressed his appreciation to David Van der Walt for his contribution as Chairman which was supported by all board members and the Chairman thanked the board for their support. There being no further business the meeting was closed at 5.50 pm. Page 4 CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE The past 2012-13 athletic year has again proved very successful for Athletics WA (AWA). The grass roots of the sport has continued to grow and with this growth comes all the associated benefits of greater financial security, improved competition and scope to provide stronger leadership and management. The leadership and management skills of the CEO of AWA, Wayne Loxley cannot be understated in the growth and development of our sport. Acknowledgement must also be noted of the support Wayne received from his team and all the volunteer officials who can also lay claim to the current success of athletics. AWA’s registrations continue to grow and although not as significant as the year after AWA’s move to the WA Athletic Stadium still equates to a ten percent growth. This growth of registrations and weekly competitors augurs well for the future of athletics. AWA hosted the Australian National Junior Championships in March David Van der Walt 2013 and this event proved to be the biggest Junior Championship Chairman ever held in Australia. This event was combined with the ‘Healthway Go for 2 & 5’ Perth Track Classic and highlighted a great evening of athletics. Supporting this event was a field of approximately 175 volunteers from around Australia who contributed to the success of the week of national and international athletics in WA. The Board of AWA acknowledges the support of the State Government