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Rising sprint star Josiah John ready for Stawell Gift challenge

Western Australian sprint sensation Josiah John is set to make his debut at the Powercor Stawell Gift and is looking forward to the challenge.  His manager, Tony Pekin, from regional Victoria who ran at Stawell in the 90’s, has been closely involved in Josiah’s journey, and is excited about the

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Jasper Thomas eyes his best Stawell Gift yet

For Newcastle sprinter Jasper Thomas, the Powercor Stawell Gift is more than just a race, it’s a stage where the best professional runners push themselves to the limit, and he’s ready to deliver his best performance yet. Lining up for his third appearance at Central Park, Thomas has already made

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Lachlan Kennedy Primed for Powercor Stawell Gift Debut

Fresh off a blistering 10.03 at the Perth Track Classic, Lachlan Kennedy is set to light up the track at the Powercor Stawell Gift this Easter Long Weekend. The 21-year-old Queenslander will be a headliner among a stellar field at the iconic event. The Queenslander equalled Matt Shirvington’s 10.03 in

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Paddy Martin: Chasing Stawell Gift Glory with the POD Squad

For Paddy Martin, the Powercor Stawell Gift is more than just a race, it’s part of his family’s legacy. The Ballarat sprinter has been going to Stawell since childhood, watching the finals from the grandstand, dreaming of one day stepping onto Central Park’s famous track. “Dad was a pro runner

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Shevahn Healy Makes History as First Female President of Stawell Athletic Club

The Stawell Athletic Club (SAC) has reached a historic milestone with the appointment of Shevahn “Shev” Healy as its first female president.  A passionate advocate for athletics and community involvement, Shev takes the reins after serving as Vice President last year and joining the committee in October 2021. Shev’s leadership journey within the SAC began through her work

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