Did you know that the current president of Australian Athletics was a Knox Little Athlete.
At Knox Little Athletics, we love celebrating the amazing journeys of our athletes — and few stories are as inspiring as that of Jane Flemming OAM.
Jane’s athletics journey began right here at Fairpark Little Athletics in the 1970s. Even as a young “little athlete,” her talent and determination shone through, setting the foundation for a career that would take her all the way to the world stage. 🏃♀️✨
Progressing to senior competition with Knox-Sherbrooke Athletics in the 1980s, Jane quickly made her mark. She won an incredible 13 national titles across heptathlon, hurdles, and sprints — achievements that placed her among Australia’s top athletes.
Her international career was equally extraordinary:
Silver medal in heptathlon at the 1986 Commonwealth Games 🥈
Gold medals in heptathlon and long jump at the 1990 Commonwealth Games 🥇🥇
Represented Australia at two Olympic Games, competing against the world’s best 🌏🇦🇺
Remarkably, Jane’s legacy still lives on at Knox. She holds records at Knox Seniors, inspiring young athletes to aim high and dream big.
Off the track, Jane has remained a powerful advocate for sport and community. She founded Flemming Promotions, supports youth health initiatives, and since 2023 serves as President of Australian Athletics, guiding the sport into an exciting future — including the 2032 Brisbane Olympics 💪🎉.
From grassroots beginnings at Knox Little Athletics to leading the national athletics body, Jane Flemming OAM’s story is a shining example of what passion, dedication, and hard work can achieve. She continues to inspire our athletes — and reminds us all that greatness often starts with a single step at your local club. 🙌💖
