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In 1995, Sue Carr etched her name into the record books as the first and only woman to win the Women’s Stawell Gift twice. Now, 30 years later, she reflects on her historic achievement, her lifelong connection to the Stawell Gift, and the evolution of women’s sprinting at the iconic Easter

In what would become one of the more dramatic stories in Stawell Gift history, Victorian Glenn Crawford powered through controversy, disqualification and a high-pressure final to claim a magnificent victory in the 1995 edition of Australia’s richest footrace.  The 22-year-old sprinter was living in Northcote in Melbourne but grew up

By Paul Young Four decades ago, Paul Young sprinted into the history books, claiming victory in the 1985 Stawell Gift. Today, he is a respected coach and handicapper in South Australia, shaping the next generation of professional runners. A man of many talents, Paul is also a part-time comedian and

The exterior of the Stawell Athletic Club, home of the iconic Powercor Stawell Gift, has been transformed into a striking visual celebration of its rich history thanks to local artist Kyle Torney.  The new murals, now adorning the walls of the historic venue’s Hall of Fame facing onto the Central

Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout is confirmed to make his debut at the 2025 Powercor Stawell Gift, Australia’s most prestigious professional foot race, during the famous Easter weekend carnival. After bettering Peter Norman’s legendary national 200m record with an electrifying time of 20.04 seconds, eclipsing Norman’s iconic 20.06 seconds from