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Achilles Melbourne

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 468 373 373

Address: Melbourne Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.achillesaustralia.org.au/melbourne.html

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23.01.2022 Friends don't let friends wear boring socks! You could gift some Achilles yellow socks to your mates for birthdays, Christmas or even a surprise pick-me-up to brighten their day Sparkle up your daily walk or run with these fab Steign socks, like Jenny pictured here on the edge of the Yarra River, as the sun shines down over Melbourne city skyscrapers #GoAchilles

23.01.2022 This weekend, we wish Steph T safe travels, training numbers are expanded and the final weekend to log your kms for the Achilles Cup! Details here: https://bit.ly/36wgjgn

23.01.2022 Congratulations to Volunteer of the Month - Sophie T Always with positive words of encouragement to share, and a necessary voice to represent the views of our members with disability During non-COVID times, Sophie has assisted with Sunday coordinating and always pitches in with our community fundraising activities, including sizzling the odd sausage (oh, those were the days!) Pictured here, Sophie completed the event of her dreams, the @RockyBalboaRun in Philadelphia She stands at the finish line doing Rocky-like double fist pumps in the air, like the true champion she is! Congratulations, Sophie, and thank you for everything that you do #GoAchilles

22.01.2022 Merry Christmas! Happy holidays! However you choose to celebrate, we hope you have a wonderful time with family and friends Achilles training is on break until we return on Sunday January 10th. We'll keep you updated here, and in our next newsletter before then #GoAchilles

20.01.2022 BIG thanks and safe travels to guide Steph T As she returns home to the US to reunite with herfamily. While we're hoping to see Steph back in Australia (and at Achilles), in our current climate of COVID, we're not sure what the future holds. So we made sure to thank her in our own special Achilles Melbourne way: with a personalised Achilles photo mug #GoAchilles

19.01.2022 Volunteer of the Month announcement: Congratulations, Madeline Seiter! PLUS: last chance to get your membership up to date, coz there's an AGM around the corner with some pretty massive announcements to be made! https://bit.ly/34eyaqP

19.01.2022 Did you hear? Numbers are in from the #AchillesCup - team Australia came in 2nd place with 7653 points, just behind #AchillesJapan with 8084 BUT we have a new #VirtualChallenge, and you can claim this awesome Achilles medal See Virtual Runner to enter! Join us in November and December for our Achilles ‘Go the Distance’ Challenge. Run or walk on your own or as part of a team, and cover 50 or 100km over the last two months of the year.... The VR team are doing this run in support of Achilles Australia so they can continue their work to make Australia a place where people with disabilities can enjoy the social, recreational and health benefits of a healthy lifestyle Enter now and #GoAchilles

18.01.2022 Our iso challenges continue with results from last weekend (spoiler alert: the girls beat the guys again) and Steigen socks are still available for purchase. All the details in this week's newsletter. https://bit.ly/2DotuVW

18.01.2022 Want to workout in style? While proudly showing your support for our club? Then you need to get these Achilles Steigen socks! You can now find the link to order on our website - just click here www.achillesaustralia.org.au/steigen-socks.html We have these sweet feet treats ready to send direct to you ASAP #GoAchilles

18.01.2022 It's beginning to feel a lot like panic buying for last minute Christmas shoppers! Want a meaningful gift idea? Achilles socks are available online now! They're super comfy, blister free technical socks in fab Achilles yellow! Order at the link here for direct gift delivery to your loved one's tootsies https://www.achillesaustralia.org.au/steigen-socks.html #GoAchilles

17.01.2022 50th parkrun milestone FINALLY ticked off for Claudia, and a new personal best run achieved too What a huge morning at Albert Melbourne parkrun Congrats to all the parkrunners today, and huge thanks to the volunteers! It's great to be back #LoveParkrun #GoAchilles

17.01.2022 Achilles Melbourne is now brining a whole new meaning to distance(d) training! We're also on a look-out for a guide for Andrew C on the 29th at the Athletics track (newsletter edit: if 12:30 doesn't suit you but you can guide earlier, please let Andrew know!) PLUS a special thank you to Steph T and a thank-you to all volunteers at Achilles (in preparation). Details here: https://bit.ly/3fc1vrb

16.01.2022 Our virtual iso-challenges continue through COVID, we're in the search for a team captain for the inaugural Achilles Cup (international virtual event) and a special deal from our friends at Steigen for our members. Check out our newsletter for full details: https://bit.ly/32CiEWc

16.01.2022 Another week, another newsletter, but guess who's got volunteer of the month? It's none other than the iso-challenge coordinator herself, Amy Clare! Congratulations! https://bit.ly/32sjOT6

15.01.2022 What a ripper of a day for our return to running at the Tan! There were smiles all round as Achilleans ran and chatted in the beautiful cool morning sun Well done to our pairs; guide Amanda K & Jenny, Peter & guide Steph T, guide Andy T & Kevin, guide Simon B & Peggy, guide Nathan & Brooke, Simon W & guide Karen, Andrew C & guide Nat, and all Melburnians out getting active this morning #GoAchilles #MelbourneInstaRunners

15.01.2022 Having a ruff time trying to sniff out a pawesome gift for Father's Day? These Achilles yellow socks will make the perfect treat for dad's who like walking, running or even lounging, while showing their support for our club Order here now www.achillesaustralia.org.au/steigen-socks.html to get a pair or two delivered in time to show dad how grrreat you think he is #GoAchilles

15.01.2022 Achilles is back with teams of yellow lapping the Tan on Sunday morning! We'll have new guide training on again this coming weekend, so sign up for our newsletter and join us at the rotunda to get involved with an exciting year of running to come! #GoAchilles

12.01.2022 Guess what's back? Iso-challenges! Check out the results from our second iso-challenge for lockdown 2.0, and get ready for the next challenge this weekend: battle of the sexes! PLUS: volunteer of the month for July: Congratulations Sophie Thomas ! https://bit.ly/39EfVh3

12.01.2022 Our AGM date is set! Highlight Sunday Oct 18th on your calendar And in BIG NEWS - all committee positions are open for nomination or renomination - including a special provision for a transition of presidency! All current financial members have been sent an email with more details, including a link to attend the meeting. NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! You may nominate yourself (and we encourage you to do so), or nominate others, to help guide Achilles Melbourne into an exciting future #GoAchilles

10.01.2022 "This is the first pair of Steigen socks I’ve worn - seamless comfort and hardly knew I was wearing them - big thumbs up from me!" Thanks to Steph W for sharing a review of the new Achilles Steigen socks These are blister-free, technical running socks that are available in a fabulous yellow, emblazoned with the Achilles logo. If you haven't bought your dad a father's day gift, consider a pair of Achilles socks, and you'll be supporting our club at the same time Find the details in our latest newsletter https://bit.ly/3jOgCIv #GoAchilles

10.01.2022 So hooman, are these socks or mittens, hmm? Here's Guide Dog Zelda modelling the Achilles mittens on her front paws, while sitting between two hooman heels wearing the same mittens as socks?! You can be ready for the catwalk in the new Achilles yellow Steigen socks, available to order now from the Achilles Melbourne website #GoAchilles

10.01.2022 A challenge to honour our furry guides and a test of self-prediction. Confused about what we're talkin' about? Check it out in the latest newsletter --> https://bit.ly/2CrUjZ2

10.01.2022 Our AGM date has been announced! Make sure your membership is up to date to secure your invitation to our annual AGM. More details to come. PLUS the Achilles Cup has launched, but we're awaiting further details before we release you out of the gates to register! All the details here: https://bit.ly/3i0CU8k

10.01.2022 parkrun returns in Melbourne this Saturday! Many Achilleans will be heading along, including Claudia who will finally celebrate her 50th milestone parkrun Please make sure you check parkrun Australia for the most up to date advice, and to ensure your parkrun location will go ahead. There is a QR code to scan before you attend, under the new COVID-19 framework. Have fun, please be respectful of all the COVID safe changes and #GoAchilles #WBW pic to our Karkarook parkrun vollie takeover in 2019 #LoveParkrun

08.01.2022 Will dad get breakfast in bed? Or a video call with family outside of your lockdown zone? We wish all dad's a special Father's Day, however you are able to celebrate this year, from all of us at Achilles Melbourne #GoAchilles

06.01.2022 Training returns this Sunday!! Please note numbers are capped due to gathering number limits and is subject to the 25k limit. PLUS: an Achilles Cupdate, and an invitation to join Peter and Steph run 29ks on the 15th of November! All the details here: https://bit.ly/38dtDZt

06.01.2022 Happy New Year! We look back to our year in 2020 as we are set to return (with fingers crossed!) on the 10th of January. Read all about it here https://bit.ly/3pJezIJ

05.01.2022 Feeling the arctic chill? Never fear, Achilles socks are here! We love it when you rock a sock selfie, so please tag us in your pics - like this one featuring our club Pres & totes profesh sock model Amanda Check the "Steigen Socks" link on the Achilles Melbourne site to order yours today #GoAchilles

05.01.2022 How's this for some creative fun in lockdown? Achillean Ness filmed this fab sock puppet performance; with one lonely sock dancing to the music before being reunited with their dancing sock partner Sales of these Achilles yellow Steigen socks help support us to keep our club running You can order yours here www.achillesaustralia.org.au/steigen-socks.html and make sure you show us what you get up to in them #GoAchilles

05.01.2022 We know some dad's who deserve the world for Father's Day but we also know a few who would be super happy with a great pair of comfy new socks Our Achilles yellow Steigen socks will make for the perfect treat for your dad next week, so get your order in now Details are in our latest newsletter #GoAchilles

03.01.2022 What a fantastic weekend for running in Melbourne, with the return of parkrun, trail & tri events! Achilles also welcomed new guide trainees back, to share some kms together around the stunning Tan gardens We're already excited for the next Sunday training, and we'd love for you to join us! #GoAchilles

03.01.2022 Achilles Sunday training returns this week! With parkrun & big events back on the calendar, now is the time to get running & walking with us New guide training also returns soon, and we'll have all the info you need in our next newsletter, out every Thursday Subscribe now! #GoAchilles

03.01.2022 Hey there, Achilles community! Will you play a game with us on the lead-up to the return of parkrun in Victoria? Post up your last photo at parkrun in the comments below, so we can virtually celebrate the return of parkrun together. We'll start: here's a photo of Claudia and guide Andrew smiling together in a social media frame (no longer a feature of COVID-safe parkruns!) at Claudia's 49th parkrun in March 2019. She'll be returning to parkrun for her 50th this Saturday. Don't forget to check out all the Sunday training details and where you can go to celebrate Claudia's 50th parkrun in our weekly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3nIJLWT

02.01.2022 Race day reminiscing A throwback to that time Achilleans met marathon legend, Rob de Castella! Do you remember the 2018 de Castella Run - Supporting the Indigenous Marathon Foundation? That's where Amir and guide Sarah had a chance to chat with the man himself, making race day memories our runners won't forget Bring on more days like this in 2021 #GoAchilles

02.01.2022 While we now have an hour of power to exercise outside, we can do it in style The new Achilles Steigen socks are being delivered daily, and will help keep you warm, while looking cool Order yours here www.achillesaustralia.org.au/steigen-socks.html now! #GoAchilles #Repost @mick_runs

02.01.2022 Ever wanted to know more about the "international" in Achilles International? Find out in this week's newsletter https://bit.ly/2FjrGhX PLUS - a new season of strength is coming your way!

01.01.2022 Achilles training has taken on a new look in lockdown We're using online challenges to stay active together, and recently set the task to gather sock selfies from our members while exercising We saw home workouts & local runs from a whole new perspective - Achilleans really turned this one on it's head In this week's newsletter, we're looking for more challenge ideas, and of course you can find out how to get your Achilles yellow socks too! Check here https://mailchi.mp//achilles-melbourne-training-and-news-1 for more info

01.01.2022 It's almost parkrun party time Don't forget to check out all the Sunday training details, with new guide training BACK for 2021! And where you can celebrate Claudia's 50th parkrun in the meantime, in our weekly newsletter, online now #FBF pic to a warm parkrun in Dec 2018 with Kevin, Francois, Monica, Vic, Sophie and Kate #LoveParkrun #GoAchilles