Which events are never offered at Little Athletics?
Rule- Australia
- Little Athletics
- Standard Rules for Competition
- Under 6-Under 17
- 2026/27
- Parents
The standard rules say these are inappropriate at all levels of competition:
- All events over 8km
- Pole vault
- Hammer throw
- Steeplechase
- Any track or field event listed as not allowed in the standard events table
Extra limits apply to the youngest ages. Under 6 and Under 7 must not be offered race walks, javelin or turbo javelin, triple jump or high jump. Under 8 must not be offered race walks over 700m, javelin, triple jump, or high jump other than scissors.
Associations may offer additional events at State Championships or any other level, as long as they do not contradict the standard events tables.
Added 24 Oct 2026