Tasmanian Independent Retailers is proud to be involved in a wide range of Community Programs. 

Little Athletics (LA) commenced in Tasmania in 1973 and since then has offered a sporting activity for over 2700 children each year. LA prides itself in offering a modified sport for children of all abilities and is one of the few sports that encourage parent participation in its activities. LA has 19 centres located in the major metropolitan and regional areas of Tasmania. The philosophy of LA is best captured by its motto "fun, family, fitness". IGA Supermarkets Tasmania (IGA) commenced its sponsorship of LA in October 2008 under a two year agreement. IGA's sponsorship of LA will assist with the further development and promotion of Little Athletics in Tasmania to the benefit of the young children that choose to participate in this great sport.

Little Athletics Photo Gallery

Athletics Tasmania (AT) was established in 1902 and is the recognised governing body for athletics in Tasmania.  AT is also responsible for the co-ordination of communication and development programmes, Government and inter-sport relationship, the management of state championships and national events, state teams and selections.

IGA Supermarkets Tasmania commenced its Principal Partner Sponsorship of AT in October 2008 under a two year agreement.  The sponsorship arrangement will enable AT to greatly expand its development and education programs for Athletics in Tasmania.  IGA Supermarkets is also one of the major sponsors of the Tasmanian Little Athletics Association (TLAA) which ensures much needed sponsorship support for Athletics in Tasmania at both the junior and senior level.

Weekly Track and Field competitions are held in Penguin, Hobart and Launceston from October to March each year.

Additional information on Athletics Tasmania can be found on its web site www.athleticstas.org.au

Relay For Life is a fun event where teams of 10 to 15 people take turns to walk or run around a track to raise money for cancer support and information services. The event honours the lives of those touched by cancer, creates a festive atmosphere with splendid entertainment for all ages and many participants camping overnight. Celebrate life and create hope by joining your friends, family, cancer survivors and their carers in the common goal of defeating cancer.

The IGA Kids Club is a new fun and exciting club for kids who are 4 to 12 years old. Click on the link above to find fun activities, colouring contests and games.

The Seize the Day Awards offer post secondary education and training scholarships for young Tasmanians affected by cancer. The Awards are part of The Cancer Council Tasmania’s Cancer PLUS program and are proudly supported by IGA Supermarkets Tasmania and Cripps Nubake.

Turn your everyday meal chore into a great dining experience! Every day at 10 am, Channel 7 brings to you Food 4 Life with its great recipes, wonderful hosts and useful tips, for you to try your expert hand in the kitchen. Cook these great dishes and make your day!

The Junior Sports Awards were launched by the Examiner in 2006 to highlight the many achievements that school aged children are making to sport. Every Tuesday the Examiner dedicates at least three pages to junior sports activities in Northern Tasmania.