Maroochy Little Athletics

Maroochy Little Athletics

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MLAC is about Fun, Fitness and Friendships. We offer a Family-friendly environment for children aged 3-16 to develop Athletic skills and build confidence.

Find us at Maroochydore High School Oval, September to March on Friday Nights. Established in 1981, Maroochy Little Athletics was the first little athletics centre on the Sunshine Coast. We are run 100% by volunteers. Our weekly meets are held every Friday night (weather permitting) from 5.30pm - 8.00pm (approx) from September to March at Maroochydore State High School Oval. We hold a number of ev

06/09/2026

LAQ Events Calendar for the 2026/2027 Season

👋 Are you a new parent in Little Athletics this year?

Did you know that LAQ offers a wide variety of events for athletes of all abilities?

From fun social competitions filled with friendships and PBs to competitive opportunities where athletes can test themselves against the best.

We also run exciting team events through our relay competitions, with options across both track and field! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Want to learn more? Check out the links below:

🔗 Regional Events – https://laq.org.au/competition/regional-competitions/
🔗 State Events - https://laq.org.au/state-championships/
🔗 LAQ Carnivals - https://laq.org.au/laq-carnivals/
🔗 LAQ Calendar – https://laq.org.au/calendar-of-events/

06/09/2026

Happy Father's Day from Maroochy Little Athletics

💙 Celebrating our Little Athletics dads and father figures!

From early-morning starts and carrying equipment to measuring throws, coaching from the sidelines and cheering for every finish—you help make Little Athletics possible.

Thank you for the time, encouragement and support you give our athletes, both at the track and at home.

Wishing you a wonderful Father’s Day from everyone at Little Athletics Queensland! 🙌

05/09/2026

Attention: Parents & Athletes Your results from last night are now available in ResultsHQ

03/09/2026

Reminder: Our first competition night is this Friday 4 September. Arrival from 5.00pm with events starting at 5.30pm.

😀Parents - we need your help to run each event, we need age Marshalls to take each age group around to their events or help us set up and pack down. No qualifications required - we will show you how to help!

😀Trialist Athletes welcome - $20 for two Friday night Competitions - register in Sport:80 https://maroochylittleathletics.org.au/registration/

📣Registration Packs and Uniform Purchases will be at the shed from 5.00pm to 5.30pm only.

📣We are running a 4 event program for the first night so everything runs smoothly.

📣A parent or carer must remain at the centre for the competition night - you can not drop off your child/children and go, Little Athletics is about Family involvement.

📣Canteen will be open with a full menu, order by 6.00pm - eftpos only.

📣As this is our first night of competition for the new season - we ask for patience as we will have new families joining in but be ready for a night of family, fun and fitness!

Lastly - we are a smoke free zone and pets are not permitted on the school grounds.

We will see you Friday Night!

01/09/2026

REMINDER:
Coaching is on tomorrow from 4pm at the oval.Athletes U8-U17 are welcome Sprints & special intro javelin !

31/08/2026

U11 & U12 Transitional Events Series - Athletes will choose two events to train in on the day, with 45 minutes of dedicated coaching in each event. Choose 2 activities for $30!
Sunshine Coast – Caloundra Little Athletics - Sunday 4 October | 8:30am–11:00am
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TRAIN. LEARN. GROW.

Introducing our U11 & U12 Transitional Events Series — a brand-new athlete development opportunity designed to help young athletes build confidence and technique in three key transitional events: Triple Jump I Javelin I High Jump (Flop)

Led by experienced coaches, each session will focus on teaching the fundamentals and correct techniques athletes need as they progress through Little Athletics.

Athletes will choose two events to train in on the day, with 45 minutes of dedicated coaching in each event. Choose 2 activities for $30!

Brisbane - City North Little Athletics - Sunday 13 September | 8:30am–11:00am

Gold Coast – Runaway Bay Little Athletics Sunday 27 September | 8:30am–11:00am

Sunshine Coast – Caloundra Little Athletics - Sunday 4 October | 8:30am–11:00am

Each athlete will also take home an information pack covering all three transitional events, packed with handy tips to continue developing their skills. Open to U11 & U12 athletes registered with any Little Athletics Centre in Queensland, as well as athletes currently trialing with the intention of registering for the season.

Places are limited, with event selections available on a first-in basis. Build the skills now. Take them into the season with confidence.

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28/08/2026
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Maroochydore State High School Oval
Sunshine Coast, QLD
4558

Opening Hours

5:30pm - 8:30pm