Brett Robinson named National Para Coach of the Year
FOLLOWING on from our story about Brett Robinson and his remarkable journey inspired by the tragic deaths of his grandparents, comes great news of how his life’s work is driving others forward.
Brett was named National Para Coach of the Year at the Athletics Australia Dinner on the Gold Coast.
While he was “stoked” to receive the recognition, his true pride was in seeing one of his protégés awarded the James Turner Male Para Athlete of the Year.
“This is what we all strive for, to see those we touch become the best person they can be,” the humble mentor who grew up in Cobar told Dubbo Photo News.
Hogs rut out new surface for Wellington Cowboys
FREDDY FITTLER and a veritable who’s who of Australian rugby league roared into Wellington earlier today (Thursday, February 22), ready to meet fans and transform Kennard Park in the afternoon.
After nearly a century, the old footy ground is receiving a complete makeover courtesy of the NSW State of Origin coach and his dedicated herd of Harley (Hogs) riders who are throwing off the leathers and pitching into the dirt with a relish.
See the full story in the Wellington News section of today’s Photo News.
Ladies tee off next Thursday
LADIES Captain Sharolyn Skelly called to let us know that golfers’ interest has surged in recent weeks, with the opening 18-hole competition only seven days away. Tee off is at 9am and will be finished by 11.30, and then lunch at the 19th!