Bunbury Little Athletics

Run. Jump. Throw. Belong.

Welcome to Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics — a place where children can discover athletics, develop their skills, build confidence and be part of a welcoming community.

Our Centre caters for athletes from Under 7 through to Under 18, with opportunities for everyone from children taking their first steps in sport through to experienced athletes pursuing Personal Bests and representative competition.

With a fantastic athletics facility, experienced coaches and a strong community of athletes, families and volunteers, we provide an environment where every athlete can learn, compete, improve and have fun.

Whether your child is looking to try something new, develop their athletic abilities, make new friends or see how far their talent can take them, there’s a place for them at BDLAC.

About US

More Than Athletics

Established in the 1971–72 season, Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics Centre is proud to be one of Western Australia’s longest-running Little Athletics Centres.
For more than 50 years, generations of young athletes and their families have been part of our Centre. While our history is something we’re proud of, our focus remains firmly on the future — creating opportunities for the next generation to discover what they’re capable of.

We believe Little Athletics should be a place where every athlete can belong, improve and enjoy their journey, regardless of experience, ability or ambition.
For some athletes, that might mean learning to run, jump and throw for the first time. For others, it might mean chasing Personal Bests, competing at Country and State Championships or pursuing opportunities at the highest levels of competition.

But success isn’t measured by medals alone.

We celebrate effort, improvement, participation and Personal Bests, because every athlete has their own goals and their own journey. Seeing an athlete achieve something they couldn’t do yesterday is what makes our Centre special.

At the heart of BDLAC is our community. Athletes, parents, coaches, officials and volunteers all play a part in creating a positive, supportive and family-friendly environment.

We’re proud of where we’ve come from. We’re excited about where we’re going. And we’re looking forward to welcoming the next generation of BDLAC athletes.

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Volunteer to Coach

Start the pathway to coaching

We’re fortunate to have a number of nationally accredited Level 2+ coaches at BDLAC. To allow them to focus on coaching our more experienced junior athletes, we’re seeking parent volunteers to assist with basic training sessions held on Wednesday afternoons.

If you’re interested in starting your coaching journey—whether to support your own child or contribute to the club—we’re here to help you get started. No prior experience is necessary, just a willingness to learn and get involved.

📧 Express your interest by emailing the committee at:
bunburylittleathletics@gmail.com

Uniforms

Centre Uniform Description

Our Centre uses a standard uniform for all levels of competition—from weekly meets to Country and State Championships. This uniform complies with Athletics West requirements.

Tops

Athletes may wear either a T-shirt or singlet.
Tops are predominantly black with a white upper section.
A long-sleeve shirt or T-shirt in black or white may be worn underneath a singlet for added protection.

Bottoms

Plain black shorts are required for all competitions.
Shorts should have modest length to ensure comfort and appropriateness.
Compression shorts are permitted if they are:
- Black or skin/tan coloured, and
- End at least 10cm above the knee

Dispensation for Long Compression Pants

We offer uniform flexibility for athletes who need to wear full-length compression pants due to religious or sensory reasons.
If this applies to your child, please contact the committee via email to request a uniform dispensation.

Parental Involvement

Be there for your kids.

A Community Built on Volunteers It takes a community to run Little Athletics—and our community is powered by volunteers.

Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics is proudly run by our athletes, families and volunteers. Every week, hundreds of people come together to make our competition possible, from setting up the track and equipment through to officiating events, managing age groups and helping pack everything away at the end of the day. Across a season, we need approximately 280 volunteers to fill our technical roles, along with around 360 age group manager positions to support our athletes. That’s a huge contribution from our Centre community, and it is what allows hundreds of young athletes to get on the track each week.

Every Family Plays a Part Volunteering isn’t just about helping the Centre, it’s about being part of your child’s Little Athletics experience. Your involvement helps create a safe, organised and positive environment for every athlete, while also giving you the opportunity to learn more about athletics and meet other families.

Volunteer Commitment As a volunteer-run organisation, parent and guardian involvement is a condition of membership at Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics Club. Every family is expected to contribute through volunteer duties during the season to help ensure competitions can be conducted safely and effectively. Further information regarding volunteer requirements, levy options and associated conditions is provided during the registration process.

No Experience Is Necessary Whether you’re helping at a field event, officiating, managing an age group, assisting with equipment or supporting competition day operations, you’ll be given guidance and support. Many of our most experienced officials started out as parents who simply volunteered to help. To ensure we have appropriate supervision and enough volunteers to run each event safely and efficiently, at least one parent or guardian must be present at the venue while their child is competing.

Thank You for Being Part of the Team Our athletes are the reason we are here, but our volunteers are what make Little Athletics happen. Every time you volunteer, you’re helping provide another opportunity for a child to run, jump, throw, compete, improve and enjoy being part of our athletics community.

Thank you for playing your part in making BDLAC a great place to be.

Looking for a new family experience?

A FAMILY SPORT

More than a sport for your child

Little Athletics is different from many other sports because the whole family can be involved at the same time, in the same place.

Athletes of different ages compete alongside each other at the same venue, meaning families can spend their Saturday morning together rather than travelling between different grounds for different children.

And parents aren’t just spectators.

From helping at events and supporting age groups to learning how to officiate, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Many parents discover that volunteering gives them an even greater connection to their child’s sporting journey.

You get to see the effort behind every race, jump and throw, celebrate the Personal Bests and share the excitement with your child.

It’s their athletics journey — but you get to be part of it.

Season start 2026/27

OCTOBER 2026

Welcome to the 2026–27 Season!

Welcome to another exciting season of Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics!

Whether you’re returning for another year or joining us for the first time, we’re thrilled to have you as part of our athletics family. Our Centre has proudly supported young athletes in the Bunbury and wider South West community since 1971, and we continue to believe that every athlete deserves the opportunity to have fun, develop their skills, build confidence and achieve their own Personal Best.

The 2026/27 season promises plenty of opportunities to run, jump, throw, compete, make friends and create great memories. From our weekly Centre competitions and training sessions through to Country and State Championships, there is a place for every athlete—regardless of experience or ability.

Most importantly, Little Athletics is a team effort. Our athletes, families, coaches, officials and volunteers all play an important part in making our Centre such a great place to be.

So lace up, get involved and get ready for another fantastic season. We can’t wait to see you at the track!

Registrations

****** REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN ******

All registrations are now completed online via Revolutionise. You can register here:

Home
– Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics Centre – revolutioniseSPORT

Uniforms & Bib Collection

New uniforms will be available to buy online through the Revolutionise website.
Once registered, members can collect their new registration bibs and uniforms from the Centre.

Purchasing at the Track

EFTPOS will be available at the track for purchasing uniforms and our popular Athletics for Life supporter shirts. However, we encourage families to order online where possible for convenience.

All capabilities welcome

Little Athletics Clubs Bunbury

If you or your child is looking for a flexible summer sport where they can have fun, get fit and meet new friends, Bunbury Little Athletics is the place to be.

It doesn’t matter what age or ability; we have something for everyone particularly those who struggle to partake in team based sports. Our wonderful facility is wheelchair friendly designed for ease of access for ALL abilities. We are able to run modified programs as required based on individual athletes. The joy of watching athletes perform is infectious not only for immediate family but also for everyone else in the Centre.

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We have a modified athletics program for a broad range of children established to develop their athletic skills and self-confidence in a warm and friendly environment.

No matter your skill level you can be the best you can with some help from our excellent coaches and encouragement from family members and other athlete.

Personal Development

Bunbury Little Athletics great way for kids to become physically fit and active, and to encourage a healthy lifestyle. It is designed to improve gross motor skills (for those who are under 6) and social skills.

Physical Abilities

Learning sports and being physically active helps develop sports skills like strength, balance, and coordination.

Representation

Having the chance to represent their community in the Little Athletics competition will boost their self-confidence.

Socialisation

Joining a fun and healthy competition will teach your kids the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, fair play, and respect for each player.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do registrations open for the 2026/2027 season?

Registrations open 1st September 2026.

To Register please visit our official registration page: Home – Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics Centre – revolutioniseSPORT

How Much does it cost to join bunbury little athletics?

For the upcoming 2026/2027 season, registration fees are as follows:

Little Athletes (Under 7 to Under 12): $230.00
Junior Athletes (Under 13 to Under 18): $250.00

I missed the Registration Days. Can I still register for the 2027/2027 Season?

Yes, Definitely. They remain open until early 2027. Registrations can then be completed through our official Registration Website: Home – Bunbury & Districts Little Athletics Centre – revolutioniseSPORT

When does Little Athletics start this year?

Our “Come and Try” day is Saturday 3rd October 2026 with our regular season starting Saturday 10th October 2026.

Events usually start at 8:30 AM, so please arrive by 8:00 AM for warm-up and announcements

What time does the competition start each week?

Arrival and Competition Times

We ask families to arrive at the track by 8:00am to sign in athletes, listen to morning announcements, warm up, and be ready for competition to begin promptly at 8:30am.

Finish times on competition days can vary depending on the program and the number of athletes in each group. Generally:

U7–U9 age groups finish by around 10:00am
U10–U18 age groups finish by approximately 11:00am

Friday Twilight competitions will have variable start times depending on daylight hours. For the first Twilight event, we anticipate:

Arrival by 4:30pm for announcements
Competition starting at 5:00pm, allowing time to finish and pack up before dark

Finalised times will be confirmed via email to all members and posted on our Facebook page.

Where is Little Athletics held in Bunbury?

Little Athletics in Bunbury is held at the Bunbury Regional Athletics Arena, located in Hay Park North, just behind the South West Sports Centre.

This world-class venue features a World Athletics Class 2 certified Rekortan M synthetic track, resurfaced in 2022. It includes 8 circular lanes, 10 straight lanes, and full field event facilities such as long jump pits, high jump, pole vault, shot put, discus, javelin, and steeplechase.

Do all Little Athletes have to train with the organised training sessions?

We do recommend attending training sessions to help athletes improve your fitness and techniques but it is not compulsory. We are also open to supporting regional towns to having training sessions in their local towns (Donnybrook, Busselton, Bridgetown, Harvey, etc) to save families travel time during the week. If you are interested in hosting these, please talk to the committee – we can supply equipment.

What is the uniform and do all Little Athletes have to wear it?

Yes, wearing the Centre’s uniform is compulsory for all athletes.

Uniform Details:

👕 T-shirts or singlets are available for purchase at any time during the season.
🩳 Shorts must be black.
- Logos are allowed only if they are smaller than a standard matchbox.
🎽 The same uniform is worn at:
- Weekly Centre meets
- Country Championships
- State Championships

Important Note:
Athletics West enforces strict uniform standards at State competitions. To ensure consistency and compliance, our Centre upholds these standards throughout the season.

How do children choose which events to compete in?

At our weekly competitions, we encourage athletes to participate in all available events. This gives them the best chance to improve across a range of disciplines and earn strong percentage scores based on how their results compare to club records. These scores contribute to season rankings and help track personal progress.

For Country and State Championships, we recommend athletes choose events they enjoy most and feel most competitive in. Depending on their age group, athletes can nominate for 6 to 8 events. However, it’s important to consider the physical demands—competing in the maximum number of events, especially with heats and finals, can be tiring for younger athletes. If they’re fatigued by the time their favourite event comes around, they may not perform at their best.

The Country Championships also serve as a qualifying opportunity for the State Championships, where athletes can aim to meet the required standards for entry.

my child is unsure if they will like Athletics, can they try it out first?

Absolutely!

We are holding a “Come and Try” day at the Track on Saturday 11 Oct 2025.

It’s a great opportunity for children and families to experience Little Athletics before committing to the season. Kids can try out events like running, jumping, and throwing in a fun, supportive environment.

Missed the Come and Try Day?

No problem! Children are still welcome to come along and give Little Athletics a go. There’s a small $5 fee to cover insurance, and they’ll still get to enjoy the same welcoming experience.

Can all athletes wear shoe spikes during competition?

No, only athletes in the Under 12 age group and above are permitted to wear shoe spikes during competition. This rule is in place to ensure safety and fairness across all age groups. Younger athletes (U11 and below) must wear standard running shoes without spikes.

To protect the integrity of our Polytan track surface, only approved “Christmas tree” style spikes are permitted, these are available for purchase at the track.

If you’re unsure whether your child is eligible, please check their age group or ask a committee member for clarification.

Senior Athletics Pathway

BRAC PARTNERSHIP

As part of our commitment to lifelong participation in athletics, we proudly collaborate with our senior athletics club, Bunbury Regional Athletics Club (BRAC). This partnership provides a seamless transition for athletes aged 12 and up, extending all the way to 80+ years, ensuring that the passion for athletics doesn’t stop when Little Athletics ends.

Whether you’re looking to continue competing, improve your skills, or simply stay active in a supportive community, BRAC offers a welcoming environment filled with experienced athletes and dedicated volunteers.

Explore opportunities in sprints, jumps, throws, distance running, and more — all while building friendships and gaining valuable knowledge to support your athletic journey.