Regional Athletes Honoured at Prestigious Awards Night

regional athletes honored at prestigious awards night Young athletes from across New South Wales gathered for the prestigious 2024 Regional Academies of Sport Inc (RASi) Awards, celebrating their outstanding achievements across the past year. Held at Wenty Leagues Club, Wentworthville, the event brought together all eleven RAS from across the state to recognize excellence in […]

Active Champions Fund

Active champions fund Five local sporting stars will receive $2000 each to support their Olympic dreams thanks to local non profit HealthWISE and the Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS). From a Kootingal pole vaulter to a Guyra equestrian and clay target shooter, the Active Champions Fund seeks to assist rural athletes with the costs […]

Media Launch Announced For 2025 Your Local Club Academy Games

Media launch announced for 2025 your local club academy games The Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) is set to officially launch the highly anticipated 2025 Your Local Club Academy Games with a special media event on Thursday 6 March at Tamworth Golf Club at 11am. All media representatives and VIPs are invited to attend […]

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.

Celebrating Excellence at the NIAS Academy Awards

The Northern Inland Academy of Sport (NIAS) is thrilled to announce the resounding success of its Annual Academy Awards, held on Saturday, 10 August, at Wests League Club in Tamworth. This prestigious event brought together the region’s most promising athletes, dedicated coaches, generous sponsors, and committed partners to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the
2023/2024 season.