Priya McDonald

21/08/2025

You might remember a few months back I asked the question "Is it your dream, or is it your child's?

While not directly answering this question, this is a really great article that discusses "What makes kids want to drop out of sport"?

Its a really simple read with some really great points. With so many positive benefits to participation in sport both physically and mentally, a little bit of reflection on what might impact this for young people is definitely worth reading.

The list of reasons why sport is great for kids is endless, so why do kids drop out?

13/07/2025

I’ve been a little bit quiet on the socials lately. When life gets busy, something has to give.
It’s a double edged sword really. Giving your mind some opprtunities for peace means that your online presence suffers and in this day and age, that’s not always a positive.
So how do we balance our online presence with taking a step back for the purpose of good mental health?
I’d love to hear your thoughts!

15/06/2025

https://www.nynganweekly.com.au/nyngan-gymnasts-excel-at-tamworth-event-2025-06-15?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwK6_uVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHq5fex5iEWH6q2b87EtU3CWu6oogTnknIl2zAy5isufIHl6cj4fYZ8z_coL4_aem_UFqHuWCqTuVk2jiAA-1nUg

This is what it looks like to pursue sport in Western NSW.
These girls commit to a four-hour round trip several times a week—just to participate in the sport they love. And beyond the travel and training, they’re out there kicking goals and we love being a part of the gym family that helps them do it.

Right now, our family is on a bit of a journey too. Our daughter is super keen to pursue diving, but the nearest facility is two hours away. It’s not easy, but we’ll find a way to make it work for her.

Because when you live in regional or rural Australia, you come to understand something early: if you want to play sport or access the same opportunities as your city counterparts, you travel. That’s just how it is.

And still—they rise. 💪 ❤️🖤

They live two hours from their gym, but that hasn’t deterred two Nyngan gymnasts who have been achieving some great results on the competition circuit this winter.

20/05/2025

Such a fantastic night at our Goal Planning Workshop this evening. We have some pretty amazing young people in our midst with some even more amazing goals.

19/05/2025

Hi all! Last chance to register for the goal planning workshop tomorrow night. There are 2 places left.

12/05/2025

“Just a couple of spots left for the Goal Planning Workshop! Can’t wait to hear the big dreams and bold goals from our amazing young people!
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06/05/2025

Why is this important? We should teach healthy risk-taking to help people build confidence, resilience, and decision-making skills. It encourages growth, creativity, and the ability to handle failure constructively.

05/05/2025

Do you know a young mind overflowing with ideas but unsure where to begin? Our Goal Planning Workshop inspires you to focus, prioritise, and turn big dreams into real, achievable steps. Send us a message to find out more or register; limited places are available.

02/05/2025

Have you registered for our goal planning work shop yet?

01/05/2025

Got a teen with big dreams (and maybe no clue where to start)? Send them to our Goal Planning Workshop in Dubbo on Tuesday 20th May.
In just one hour, they’ll learn how to turn some of those ideas into action! Limited places available - message to secure your place.

16/04/2025

“Do we really need kids to ‘toughen up’—or should we focus on building true resilience by giving them the tools to cope, grow, and thrive?”

04/04/2025

“In other words, what are the values you want others to notice about you? Your values matter because they’re the ‘why’ behind everything you do. They help teams stay on the same page, make great choices, and work together in a positive way. When you can name your values, you’re more likely to make a real impact and attract people to your organisation who connect with its personality.”
Want some help to develop your team or organisation’s values? Send a message to discover more.