Macquarie Hunter Athletics Club is a sports club based in Newcastle, Australia. Located at the Hunter Sports Centre in Glendale, the club boasts state-of-the-art facilities for all Track and Field Events. Macquarie Hunter Athletics Club caters to athletes of all ages and abilities, including Little Athletics from Tots (3 & 4 year olds) to under 17 age groups, as well as Senior Athletes from 17 years old onwards, including Masters age groups and AWD athletes.
The club was established in 2008 through the merger of two Athletics clubs, Macquarie Shores and Hunter Track & Field, which were both situated at the Hunter Sports Centre. This merger allowed the club to expand its offerings and cater to a wider range of athletes. Macquarie Hunter Athletics Club prides itself on providing inclusive opportunities for individuals with varying levels of abilities and interests, encompassing AWD Athletes, Social athletes, Club competitors, Amateur representatives, and Professional Athletes.
Throughout the Track and Field Season, which spans from September to March, Macquarie Hunter Athletics Club organises various events and training sessions. The club holds their club carnival on Friday Nights from 5:30pm, offering a range of events for different age groups. Additionally, AWD events are conducted on Saturday mornings, generally starting at 9-10:30am. The club also offers training sessions on Tuesday afternoons.
The Friday Night carnivals feature graded events for athletes under 13 years old and above, supplementing the usual Little Athletics age events. Senior athletes are also invited to participate in the u/17's programmed events. Non-Seniors can access free “On-Track” training on Tuesday afternoons during the athletics season. For the younger age groups, the Friday Night carnivals include four events, while the older age groups have five or more events.
Macquarie Hunter Athletics Club aims to create a memorable experience for its members both on and off the track. The club's philosophy centres around “Bringing Out the Best In All Athletes,” while the committee's vision is to “Make Athletics a Fun Social Event. ” The club encourages a strong sense of community and welcomes athletes and families from all backgrounds and skill levels.
Registrations for the 2023-2024 season are now open, and the club encourages interested individuals to join the Macquarie Hunter Athletics Club. The club prides itself on being a “Community Club,” providing a fun and inclusive environment for the whole family. Active kids vouchers can be redeemed for a $50 discount. Individuals can find updates about the club on their Facebook page and are encouraged to follow them for the latest news and information.