After going into caretaker mode in 2022, Sarina & District Athletics Club has successfully reopened in 2024 thanks to the support of local volunteers and businesses.
With a new committee in 2024, the Club had to go through extensive updates to revive the athletics field, membership, marketing and finance options.
Club Secretary Nicole McCowan said that the Club’s base of operations, the athletics field, “didn’t have anyone looking after it for over 12 months”.
“Getting it up to scratch was a huge effort – it took tractors, slashers, mowers and a lot of helpers from all over the community – and it looks beautiful now,” Ms McCowan said.
“We also had to upgrade our operations – including reactivating the website and updating how we process memberships, to make it easier for people to join.
“Thanks to support from Community Bank Sarina Bendigo Bank, part of this upgrade included a Square cash register and iPad. So instead of just doing cash, which has made taking payments for memberships, food and uniforms so much easier, more convenient and of course, more secure.
“We are now sitting at 47 paid members, with another 15-20 people in a trial membership.
“We are incredibly pleased with the results and so appreciative of all the help we’ve received from our community.”
Community Bank Sarina Manager Charmaine Matsen said that the Bank were “big supporters”, not just of the Athletics Club, but also “seeing local volunteers put their heart and soul into bringing back something that is so important for our whole community”.
“Getting the Club back on its’ feet was a massive challenge, and thanks to some amazing people and support from local organisations – they are back and we are so proud to be a part of that,” Ms Matsen said.
“The range of activities held by Sarina & District Athletics Club provides even more options and opportunities for the whole family to get involved and get active.”
The Club’s training days are every Monday from 3.30-5pm and Club Days are the last Sunday of the month. All are welcome to join – for membership enquiries and other information, visit their website at www.revolutionise.com.au/sarinaanddistrict.
Community Bank Sarina’s mascot Piggy enjoying the relaunch of the Sarina & District Athletics Club
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