EastLink sponsors the Ringwood Gift 1600m Open 2026 (Sat 21 Mar)

The Ringwood Gift athletics meeting is at Proclamation Park, Ringwood, on Saturday 21 March (11am-5:15pm), and EastLink is a sponsor.

This is the 46th year of the Ringwood Gift athletics meeting, with a range of running events from 70m and 100m sprints up to 1600m.

The Ringwood Gift is operated by The Ringwood Professional Athletic Club (RPAC) as part of the Victorian Athletic League (VAL).

The VAL season consists of 22 events around the state, culminating with the famous Stawell Gift at Easter. The Ringwood Gift is the second last event this year prior to the Stawell Gift.

Competing in VAL Gift races allows male and female athletes, of all ages and abilities, to compete in a fun and competitive environment. Each athlete is given a starting mark, or handicap, based on their ability and past results, giving them an equal opportunity to triumph in their chosen event.

Winners and finalists in each event receive cash prizes.

Come and see the Ringwood Gift

The Ringwood Gift will be open to the public ($5 entry fee per person).

Ringwood Gift timetable of events

Proclamation Park athletic track, Ringwood
Saturday 21 March (11am-5:15pm) 

Event List

• 70m Mens

• 70m Womens

• 100m U14 Mixed

• 100m U18 Girls

• 100m U18 Boys

• 100m Masters (aged 35+)

• 200m Open

• 300m Masters (aged 35+)

• 300m Women’s Gift

• 400m Men's Gift

• 45+ 800m Open

• 800m U18 Mixed

• 800m Open

• 1600m Open

Covered stands and refreshments at Proclamation Park

Proclamation Park has covered stands overlooking the athletic track. There will also be a canteen for refreshments including coffee machine and slushies.

Sponsors

In addition to EastLink, other sponsors include:

• The Drain Man

• Lonsdale Solutions

• Zenith Lawyers & Consultants

• Freeman Consulting

• Simon Says Carpentry

• Psycho Suzies Brewing

• Dual Heating & Air Conditioning

• MGA Counselling

• Warkop Café

• Eastern Laundries

• Click On Rentals

• Maroondah Printing