Sport

Kai has his sight set on gold

A Harrisdale teen has been selected to represent the state in an interstate volleyball competition through School Sports Western Australian (SSWA).Kaito “Kai” Onoshita, 14,...

Family’s fifty years of pride

It started with a few outdoor courts, some second-hand hoops, and a group of passionate locals who wanted to build something for their kids.Fifty...

Dogs in grand final rematch

Mum of six takes aim

Louise marks 400 games

Louise Knitter first began playing footy in a boys’ team in Koonga Valley after her family’s move to WA from Geelong.Two years later in...

Dogs in grand final rematch

It will be a top of the ladder clash this Saturday as the undefeated League Men’s power house teams Kelmscott Bulldogs and Kenwick Royals...

Local team’s big league dream

For the Southern Hills Warriors Junior League team, every training session, every early morning game, and every swing of the bat has led to...

Local girl fastest in the land

The next generation of Australian sprinters have been carving tracks for themselves this year, with runners like 17-year-old Gout Gout already earning legendary status.And...

Five of a kind for the doggies

The Bulldogs hosted five winning games on Saturday as two players – Angus Yarran and Liam Hansen – celebrated club milestones in the League...

SJ netballers welcome new-look courts

Netballers were thrilled to start their 2025 season in Mundijong with a schmick new playing surface, after years of artfully dodging ever-widening cracks.The Shire...

Mum of six takes aim

When Amanda Brown steps onto the shooting range, she carries more than just a shotgun; she carries decades of passion, the legacy of her...

Local team proves their ability

The Willetton Football Club’s Integrated All Abilities team has become an example of inclusion, perseverance, and community spirit.Since its early beginnings, when it was...

StreetSport shoots for success

Young people across Canning have another chance to stay active and connected this term, with the popular StreetSport program returning bigger and better than...

Byford claim the pennant in thrilling victory

Byford Bowling Club’s Tuesday Third Division Pennant team has returned to a heroes’ welcome after a dream season.On March 18, Byford faced off against...

Milestone for McHenry, Colts maul Mt Lawley, and League in fine...

Women Saturday saw a milestone achievement as one of Kelmscott’s inaugural women’s team players, Ashley McHenry, played her long-awaited 50th game in front of a...

Mixed start for Willetton Tigers as 2025 NBL1 season begins

The Willetton Tigers kicked off their 2025 NBL1 season last Friday in Mandurah with a bit of a mixed start — a strong win...

Bulldogs off to a great start for new footy season

Round 1 saw great starting wins from both the Kelmscott Bulldogs Women’s and Men’s League teams, and strong foundations for the Reserves and new...

Tigers ready for season

Willetton Tigers officially launched their 2025 NBL1 season last week, marking another exciting chapter for the club.Mayor of Canning Patrick Hall joined players, coaches,...

Canning Cougars wrap up season in style

Last week Saturday, Canning Cougars Tee-Ball Club wrapped up another successful season at Centenary Park. With trophies in hand and plenty of fun on...

Local club that’s breeding state champions

Local athletes have dominated at this year’s Masters State Championships.Over the past fortnight, athletes from the Run and Become Athletic Club, who train at...

Bentley Cricket Club wraps up season with milestones and mateship

The Bentley Cricket Club celebrated the close of another season on Friday, April 28 with its Ralph Dungey Award Night at the City of...

PM backs big sports complex

In a bid to be re-elected in a soon to be announced federal election and secure the much-needed WA seat of Tangney in that...

Long-held Keirnan Park dream to take shape from next month

It’s game on for Keirnan Park after years of waiting and an eye-watering cost blowout.For those who have skin in the game, the feeling...

Clear victor from inaugural Pre-Season Cup is community football

Forrestdale has emerged victorious from the inaugural Pre-Season Cup.A crowd of around 500 people lined the oval at Creyk Park and kept the canteen...

Trevor’s right on track to be a superstar

A rising local track star has had the race of his life at the weekend, bringing home the bling from the Western Australia State...

Local footy club rivalries gee up at inaugural Pre-Season Cup

A reminder that a huge showcase of local football and old community club rivalries will take place this Sunday from 11am at Creyk Park...

Armadale miss out on glory in tough match

Armadale Soccer Club took on Perth Glory on Sunday for the final group round of the National Premier League WA Men’s Night Series.With two...

Local clubs get ready for a big season ahead

Footy is back with many of the local clubs participating in scratch matches and training ahead of the Perth Football League (PFL) launch on...

Double milestone for backbone of Armadale Cricket Club

Peter Smith bowled everyone over on Saturday when he achieved two incredible milestones in one match.The Armadale Cricket Club (ACC) stalwart played his 700th...

Bulldogs get a walk-off win for club legend’s 500th game

A huge crowd turned out to John Dunn on Sunday to witness Ryan Prosser’s magical milestone.After 30 years of playing for the Kelmscott Baseball...

Nats commit $40 million towards new home for netball in SJ

The local netball community is feeling ‘relieved’ that their 15-year fight for decent courts is finally getting some traction.On Saturday afternoon, The Nationals WA...

Liberals agree to match funding for Armadale sports hub

The City of Armadale has shored up its state funding prospects for one of its big-ticket advocacy priorities – the Armadale Regional and Recreation...

New equipment earmarked for Queens Park Soccer Club

Queens Park Junior Soccer Club could receive a major boost in its equipment thanks to a $30,000 election commitment from the WA Labor Government.Under...

Local bowling competition something to Raven about

The Thornlie Bowling Club will be posting another milestone when it hosts the Raven Classic Bowling competition again on Saturday, March 1.The carnival has...

Trail series comes to Armadale next month

Perth Trail Series will be bringing their grassroots trail running event to the City of Armadale next month, showcasing our beautiful local trails.Sponsored by...

Willetton battle University

All four grades of the Willetton Premier Cricket Club battled it out against University Cricket Club over the weekend.First-grade:First grade took centre stage away...

Club’s green dream comes true

On Friday, the 135-member-strong Byford Bowling Club celebrated the beginning of a new era with the green of their dreams.Their excitement was palpable, and...

Hennessy family overwhelmed by community support at Run for Ryan

Over 200 people gathered at the starting line at Morgan Park on Saturday to run a lap in honour of beloved local athlete, Ryan...

Funding promise for netball and basketball facility could see action later...

For decades, a basketball and netball mecca in the City of Armadale was nothing but a hoop dream.Local kids keen to play ball have...

Rec Centre funding announcement a drop in the sports complex ocean

With six weeks to go until Western Australia goes to the ballot boxes, WA Labor has released its most ambitious tranche of re-election promises...

Talented triathletes converge on Champion Lakes

The Armadale Triathlon Club has had an impressive turnout for race 3 of the Spinifex Sheds Multi Sports Series.Over 100 participants entered the triathlon...

Willetton battles Midland-Guildford in thrilling clashes

In round Eleven of the Men's WA Premier Cricket League, all four Willetton Dragons' grades faced Midland-Guildford in one-day, 50-over matches, making for a...

Byford teen runs into the history books

A local athlete from Byford, Dane Sproxton, has made history over the weekend by becoming the youngest athlete in Australia to complete 24 Parkruns...

Mixed fortunes for Willetton Dragons

The Willetton Dragons had mixed results across their four grades in last week's Round 10 one-day 50/50 matches of the WA Premier Cricket competition.The...

Gosnells Golf Club hosts thrilling junior invitational

The inaugural IJG Gosnells Junior Invitational, held last month at the Gosnells Golf Club, saw 70 junior golfers compete in a thrilling 54-hole event.Hosted...

SJ locals shine in a big year of achievements

Well, another year has passed us by.As someone much funnier than me once said: “Time flies like an arrow, fruit flies like a banana....

Year in review | A big year of change for Armadale...

The new year is upon us, and with it comes the promise of change.Whether you like it or not, the City of Armadale is...

$10m to open schools for sport after hours

In an effort to make sport more accessible, more sporting facilities on public school sites will be opened up for community use outside of...

Paul proves his power on the world stage

When he was younger, Oakford resident Paul Speering never imagined he’d become a World Powerlifting Champion.But in October this year, at the age of...

Local kids have their say on new pump track

Local kids wheeled into the Byford Youth Space last week to make their voices heard on design elements of the new pump track/jump line,...

Work begins on new era for Gosnells sport

Work on the $13.1 million Langford Indoor Sports Centre, Gosnells' first indoor multi-court facility, has officially begun with a sod-turning ceremony marking the start...

Dragons battle Perth with mixed results

All four Willetton Dragons' senior cricket teams were back in action last weekend against Perth as they began day two of their Round 7...

Dragons face Perth challenge

Last Saturday, in Round 7 of the WA Premier Cricket season, the Willetton Dragons' senior men's teams faced off against Perth Cricket Club on...

All Abilities team all smiles after podium finish

The WA All Abilities team has returned from Brisbane with their heads held high.Last weekend, the APM WA AFL Inclusion State Team – coached...

John’s still swinging at 94

At age 94, John Mealor from Willetton still remarkably plays 18 holes of golf twice a week at Whaleback Golf Course in Parkwood.For Mealor,...

Dragons roar to victory over South Perth

The Willetton Dragons delivered a commanding performance on day two of their fixtures against South Perth last weekend, winning three of their four matches.In...

Willetton set the pace against South Perth

The Willetton Dragons first-grade cricket team is in a reasonable position after Day one of their two-day clash with South Perth at Hola Park,...

Perth’s $135 Million hockey centre clears key hurdles

A "world-class" hockey hub based in Bentley is one step closer to reality after the finalisation of key agreements between Curtin University and the...

There’s no stopping Roshan

Sixteen-year-old Roshan Joseph Biju dreams of being the first Western Australian badminton player to wear the green and gold at an Olympics.After sweeping the...

Sophie officially crowned the high school running champion

Out of 9,700 participants from 564 schools across Western Australia, year 7 Southern River College student Sophie McLeod has been crowned High School Champion...

All eight Willetton sides crush the opposition

An incredible weekend of cricket from the Willetton boys saw all eight teams that competed across the weekend bring home victories, from the first-grade...

Local croquet club’s success founded in firm friendships

It’s now been one year since the realisation of the Byford and Districts Croquet Club, and founder Marie Donovan couldn’t be prouder.With 14 registered...

Willetton eye 253-run target in 90-over battle

The Willetton Premier Cricket club's first-grade side was once again on the road this week as they took on Bayswater-Morley Bears in the first...

AFL legend comes home

There was heartbreak around the state as a 2024 premiership slipped out of reach of the Dockers in their final rounds.But as September hopes...

Quick go the shears as SJ gets ready to welcome the...

Mundijong will once again welcome the fastest blades in the world this Saturday for the west’s largest open quick shear competition.The second Mundijong Open...

Queens Park Hosts National Eight Ball Championships

Over 400 competitors from across the country descended on Queens Park last week, with the West Australian Eight Ball Federation (WAEBF) hosting this year's...

Willetton 1s Soar to Victory as D’Arcy Short lights up the...

The Willetton Dragons' first-grade side was the only senior team to secure a victory at the weekend, defeating the Melville Storm in a comprehensive...

New jiu jitsu program has Armadale High students rolling in medals

A unique new program at Armadale Senior High School has been fostering champions.In 2022, the school partnered with Clear Path Jiu Jitsu to work...

Rachel’s passion for swimming recognised with top award

A local instructor has been named the 2024 Swim Teacher of the Year by Royal Life Saving WA.The Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre’s Rachel...

Willetton bowl over Gosnells in dominant display

The Willetton Dragons took on Gosnells at Hola Park, with all four senior sides emerging victorious.The 1st-grade side lost the toss and was sent...

Byford is pumped

It’s looking increasingly likely that Byford will have its promised pump track and jump line by August next year.At last week’s special council meeting,...

Championships on this Sunday

The equine community is in for a real treat this Sunday as Serpentine plays host to the Australian Show Driving Championships.This is the first...

Langford Sporting Complex gets the go ahead

The eagerly anticipated development of the Langford Sporting Complex is set to begin next month, with demolition work now scheduled to clear the way...

Riverton Aquanauts named Metro Club of the Year

Local swimming club, Riverton Aquanauts, has been awarded Metro Club of the Year at the prestigious Swimming WA Awards of Excellence.The annual event, hosted...

Willetton Dragons fight hard in Round 2 clash with Gulls

The Willetton Dragons 1st grade men's team fell 60 runs short in their round 2 clash against the Scarborough Gulls at Justin Langer Oval...

‘In it for the rush’ | Byford downhill crew brings in...

Downhill is on the rise in WA, and a steadily growing crew from Byford has been riding the surge and bringing in the bling.Byford...

Old dogs show off their new tricks at season opener

Kelmscott Baseball Club have launched their season with a huge opener at John Dunn.The club was overjoyed to see a larger-than-anticipated turnout, with families...

Cricket legends ignite season

Willetton Premier Cricket Club officially launched their 2024/5 season last week, bringing together players, families, and cricket icons for a night of celebration.In attendance...

New StreetSport program launches next week

As part of the City of Canning's Wanju Welcome Neighbourhoods, an action plan aimed at celebrating diversity and building community connections in the local...

Olympic hero’s homecoming

Thornlie Senior High School (TSHS) rolled out the red-carpet last week for former student Caitlin Parker, Australia's first female boxer to win an Olympic...

Erin’s bowling for a new generation

When you think of a Lawn Bowls Club, the first thing you may think of is cheap drinks and a peaceful environment for retirees...

Nothing Mystic about Grand Final win

Bright blue skies and a huge crowd of supporters met the six teams competing in this year’s Serpentine Jarrahdale Netball Association Grand Finals on...

Kenwick take the flag in a nail biter

There was a great crowd turnout to Gosnells Oval as the two old Sunday League foes clashed in the Perth Football League C5 Grand...

Local teams victorious in Grand Finals

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The Perth Football League 2024 season has come to a close, with several local teams being crowned premiers.Football teams from the Canning, Gosnells, and...

Big celebrations for undefeated premiers

Kelmscott and Koongamia had been the strongest premiership contenders all year, with Kelmscott playing out an undefeated season and Koongamia only losing to Kelmscott...

Shire spins the wheel for BMX track funding, but Rec Centre...

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has just missed the boat on applying for a $15 million federal grant to expand the Rec Centre.The expansion...

League team into the Grand Final

It’s been a long time in the making to bring League football back home to the kennel; it was 10 years ago that a...

Mundijong Centrals boys get the clip for footy mate, Nick Campo

Players from the Year 11/12 Mundijong Centrals Junior Football Club faced the clippers at their season-ending fundraiser on Sunday, 18 August in honour of...

The girls are kicking goals

Female participation in footy has continued its meteoric rise over the past decade with a 790 percent increase in women playing AFL in Australia.And...

Beloved coach retires

A team photo.
The Bull Creek Leeming Junior Football Club is celebrating the contributions of one of its most dedicated volunteers, Nathan Garman, who coached his team...

Women nail the semi to make it into their fourth Grand...

There was a nail-biting start to the Women's C2 Semi Final between Kelmscott and Koongamia, as both teams scrambled over the wet football in...

Archers travel from Taiwan to compete in Gosnells

Twenty-four Taiwanese archers have journeyed halfway across the world to compete in a youth tournament hosted by the Gosnells Archers Club.Held last Sunday at...

Huge milestones for Armadale during NAIDOC round

The Nganginyarra Football Club (Armadale) capped off the last round of the season with their NAIDOC celebrations and a number of special milestones.In a...

Demons join the League

Rogers cup players team photo after a win.
Young female footballers from Cannington, Gosnells and surrounding southern suburbs now have a new pathway to the elite level after the West Australian Football...

Colts player takes an absolute screamer

The last game of the year for the Colts didn’t go without a big show as 25 ambitious young players closed off their inaugural...

Blues into the Grand Final

Two footy players hugging on the field.
The Willetton Blues Integrated team have secured a spot in the grand final after an impressive 52-point victory over High Wycombe last Saturday at...

Olympic glory for Caitlin, and Gosnells

Gosnells local Caitlin Parker has become the first female boxer in Australian history to take home a medal from the Olympic Games.Her 4-1 victory...

“This game keeps people out of hospital”

Behind the unassuming façade of the Greendale Centre at Dale Cottages, a fiercely-contested battle is waged each fortnight.With centuries of honed skills and experience...

Young Hawks clock up 50 games

This weekend, five players from the Year 6 team at the Gosnells Hawks Junior Football Club will celebrate an impressive milestone together as they...

‘Undefeated’ Women’s team head into the finals

Women The Kelmscott Bulldogs have smashed round 16 and wrapped up their season with a dominating performance against Bayswater, securing a final score of 11.11...

Six decades of club legends

A local club that has spawned some of the AFL's biggest names is turning 60 this month.The Riverton Roos Junior Football Club is an...

The fastest sisters on two legs

A pair of sisters from Bedfordale are about to take on the fastest long-distance runners in the country.Scarlett (12) and Savannah Nunn (10) have...

Gozzies and Kelmscott in a bruising encounter

Women On Saturday, the Bulldogs took on the Hawks in a bruiser.Everyone knew it was going to be a tough game and several Gosnells players...

From Byford to the big league

A trio of baseballers from the Byford Bushrangers have just hit the biggest home run of their young lives.Brodie Chesshire (11), Nate Lawrence (10),...