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2011 Oceania Athletics Championships
The 2011 Oceania Athletics Championships were held at the Apia Park in Apia, Samoa, between June 21–23, 2011. There were significant changes in the format of the competition. Medals are now awarded in both of the newly formed two regional divisions "East" and "West". A total of 35 events were contested, 18 by men and 17 by women. Regional Division East Medal summary Complete results can be found on the Oceania Athletics Association webpage. Men Women Medal Table East (unofficial) A medal table was published for both east and west divisions. Participation East (unofficial) The participation of 77 athletes from 11 countries from the east region could be determined. East regional division: * (7) * (3) * (10) * (9) * (4) * (12) * (6) * (1) * (18) * (4) * (3) Regional Division West Medal summary Complete results can be found on the Oceania Athletics Association webpage. Men †: was listed 4th in 59.59, but there was no information on the 3rd. Women ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Apia
Apia () is the Capital (political), capital and largest city of Samoa, as well as the nation's only city. It is located on the central north coast of Upolu, Samoa's second-largest island. Apia falls within the political district (''itūmālō'') of Tuamasaga. The Apia Urban Area (generally known as the City of Apia) has a population of 37,391 (2016 census). Its geographic boundaries extend roughly from Letogo village to the newer, industrialized region of Apia known as "Vaitele". History Apia was originally a small village (the 1800 population was 304), from which the country's capital took its name. Apia Village still exists within the larger modern capital of Apia, which has grown into a sprawling urban area that encompasses many villages. Like every other settlement in the country, Apia Village has its own ''matai'' (leaders) and ''fa'alupega'' (genealogy and customary greetings) according to fa'a Samoa. The modern city of Apia was founded in the 1850s, and it has been ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
