Reflecting on 2024: Celebrating Success and Looking Ahead to 2025
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s an ideal time to reflect on a remarkable year for the Northern Inland Academy of Sport. This year has been filled with achievements, milestones, and strengthened partnerships, alongside challenges that have further cemented NIAS’s role as a leader in regional youth athlete development and pathways.
NIAS and Whitehaven Coal Unite to Support the Regions’ Talented Athletes and Coaches
The Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) is excited to announce its new partnership with Whitehaven Coal and looks forward to the opportunities this partnership will bring to the region. With similar geographic footprints, this united front was initiated to support the region’s talented athletes and coaches from the Northern Inland, creating more pathways for regional communities to thrive in sport, on and off the field.
NIAS Induction Day Kicks Off a Successful Start to the 2024-2025 Season
The NIAS Induction Day, held on Sunday, 10 November at Lake Keepit, marked the beginning of an exciting new season for the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS).
The event brought together athletes, coaches, and families from across the region to celebrate the induction of the next cohort of aspiring young athletes.
Partner Profile: HealthWISE
NIAS is proud to celebrate our partnership with HealthWISE, an organisation that shares our commitment to supporting regional athletes and rural communities. Since partnering with us in 2024, HealthWISE has played a vital role in helping us empower young athletes to reach their full potential, both on and off the field. Together, we’re creating opportunities, inspiring active lifestyles, and building stronger communities.
Welcome Northern Inland Rangers FC: A New Community Football Club for North-West
The Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) is pleased to announce the transition of its football club, NIAS FC, into the new community-owned Northern Inland Rangers Football Club (NIRFC), set to launch on 1 October 2024.
Are You Our Next Operations Coordinator? Join NIAS and Drive Excellence in Sport
The Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) is calling for applications for an Operations Coordinator. This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a dedicated and organised individual to join our team and contribute to the development of young athletes across the region.
NIAS and HealthWISE: Paving the path to Olympic success for local youth
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the Active Champions Fund, a new partnership between NIAS and HealthWISE, an organisation that shares our commitment to fostering a healthier community and investing in the region’s sporting talent.
Congratulations Myles Manning!
We are thrilled to announce that Myles Manning from Tamworth, has been selected for the prestigious Tennis NSW / RAS Country Stars Tennis Program, one of only 32 selected from across NSW.
Wrap up from UAA/NIAS Indigenous Talent Identification Day
Enjoy a wrap up video from the incredible day at the Armidale Secondary College. What an inspiration our NIAS alum, Dean Widders continues to be.
Successful UAA/NIAS Indigenous Talent Identification Day
The Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) proudly reports a highly successful UAA/NIAS Indigenous Talent Identification Day, held on Wednesday, 26th June at Armidale Secondary College. This annual event, dedicated to nurturing Indigenous athletic talent, drew enthusiastic participation from over 60 young athletes across the Northern Inland region, commenced with a Welcome to Country by Anaiwan elder, Uncle Steve Widders in a culturally significant space, the yarning circle at the College.