Athletics – Track and Field

Dates & Times
Saturday 7 November: 8:30am – 5:00pm
Sunday 8 November: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Monday 9 November: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Venue
Gold Coast Performance Centre
Age Requirements
  • Age is determined as at Saturday 7 November 2026
  • Minimum age for competition is 30 years
Age Divisions
  • 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95+
Event Divisions
  • 60m, 100m, 200m and 400m Sprint
  • 80m, 100m, 110m, 200m, 300 and 400m Hurdles
  • 800m, 1500m and 3000m
  • 2000m and 3000m Steeplechase
  • 3000m and 5000m Race Walk
  • Shot Put
  • Hammer
  • Javelin
  • Discus
  • Weight Throw
  • Throws Pentathlon
  • Long Jump
  • Triple Jump
  • High Jump
  • Pole Vault
Sport Fees
  • $55 Admin Fee (Includes 1 Event)
  • $25 for each additional event
Games Fees
  • $140 Early Bird (3 March – 31 May 2026)
  • $155 Saver (1 June – 31 August 2026)
  • $170 Standard (from 1 September 2026)
Entries Close
  • Individual Entries Close: Friday 16 October 2026 (11:59PM AEST)

Competition Information

  • Please note that para-athletes competing can compete in any event.
  • Athletes in sprint events must record their best time in the previous 12 months in the space provided to assist heat seeding.
  • High Jump and Pole Vault entrants must record their starting height in the space provided in the online entry form.
  • Pole vault athletes will be required to supply their own poles.
  • A final program of events including event start times will be available after entries have closed and the number of participants has been determined for each event. This program will be available on the Games website.
  • Where the number of entries determines, events may go straight to a final.
  • For sprint events where heats are required, the heats for those age groups will be conducted first, followed by finals for other age groups and then finals for those age groups who ran heats.
  • Uniforms are not compulsory.
  • The throws pentathlon will be conducted in conjunction with each individual throws event over the three competition days. Competitors do not need to enter the individual throws events to compete in the Throws Pentathlon (unless you also wish to compete for a medal in the individual event/s).
  • Throws pentathlon participants will be only eligible for Pan Pacific Masters Games meet records. No State, National or World records for the throws pentathlon will be recognised due to the structure of the event.
  • Field events will be three attempts plus one additional attempt for the top 8.
  • This competition is presented by Queensland Athletics.

Join the Games

Experience the full spectrum of speed, strength, and skill with Athletics Track & Field on the Gold Coast.

From explosive sprints and long-distance runs on the track to powerful throws and soaring jumps in the field, athletes push their limits in pursuit of personal bests and podium finishes. Every event demands a unique blend of technique, power, and determination.

Track & Field brings together competitors of all abilities to showcase the purest form of athletic performance in an electric atmosphere.

Competition Rules

Athletics Operates under:

World Athletics (WA)

World Masters Athletics (WMA)

Hurdles & Throwing Implements Specifications:

AUSTRALIAN MASTERS ATHLETICS SPECIFICATIONS

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Take a look at our sports bulletin page which allows teams to connect with people wanting to compete or vice versa.

Locations

Venues

Contact Information

Athletics – Track & Field
Greg Ison
Queensland Athletics
Email: trackandfield@mastersgames.com.au
Website: Queensland Athletics
Facebook: Queensland Athletics

Event Enquiries
Pan Pacific Masters Games
Email: info@mastersgames.com.au
Phone: 07 5668 9888

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