Chickiba Park

Chickiba Park in East Ballina is home to Ballina Allstars Athletics, a full athletics facility and community club catering for a broad range of participants. The club welcomes competitive members, people new to athletics, social athletes and volunteers, with a focus on fitness, friendship and participation across different ages and abilities.

The club’s season includes Wednesday event nights, while event-specific training is available through Northern Rivers Athletics Coaching. Training is optional for members, and a non-competitive training membership is available. Newcomers can also attend a trial event night to get a feel for athletics before committing. The outdoor grounds may close when weather creates safety concerns, with updates shared through the club’s social channels and website.

There is a strong community focus behind the programme. Ballina Allstars grew from Ballina Little Athletics and now operates as a broader “One Athletics” club, supported by volunteers involved in areas such as coaching, officiating, event management, administration and groundskeeping. It suits families looking for an active local club, adults returning to athletics, aspiring competitors and anyone interested in helping behind the scenes. The club also supports local schools and visiting organisations, making Chickiba Park a practical base for athletics and community participation in Ballina.