The object of the club is to provide athletes with an opportunity to compete in the winter preparation period. It also serves as a vehicle for those travelling overseas with teams to achieve pre-departure standards.

The Throwers Club is a meeting place for coaches, and other interested parties to discuss ideas in a relaxed and friendly environment. It also serves as a development opportunity for younger athletes.

Between 1992 and 1996 competitons were conducted at the AIS Throws Centre at Homebush until it was reclaimed and developed into a car park for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.

From 1997-1998 competitions were held at the Western Suburbs Athletics Club's home ground at Auburn.

Finally, in 1999, the Throwers Club relocated to the revamped NSWIS Throws Centre at the Gipps Road Complex in Greystanes where it currently remains.

The Throwers Club is affiliated with Athletics NSW and Athletics Australia and all events are conducted under IAAF rules.