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Contenders Emerge as 2024 Powercor Stawell Gift Handicaps Announced 

Handicaps for nearly 900 athletes competing in 27 events over the 2024 Powercor Stawell Gift Easter weekend have been declared by the Victorian Athletic League. The 142nd edition of Australia’s richest footrace will be held at Central Park, Stawell from Saturday March 30 to Monday April 1. Last year’s winners

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50 Years On: Peter Durham Reflects on Historic 1974 Stawell Gift Victory

In what can only be described as a remarkable feat, Peter Durham has attended every Stawell Gift since 1972, establishing a legacy that predates his own triumphant victory at the event 50 years ago in 1974. In this vivid recollection, Peter revisits the pivotal moments of his historic win, offering

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20 Year Anniversary Win: Rebecca Foster’s Achievement

Bec Foster is a walking (or running) example of going for gold in everything she does. Two decades ago, at the age of 33, Rebecca won the Strickland Family Womens Gift. Three months ago, she gave birth to Amelia, “my little angel and blessing” at the age of 53. In

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Bookmakers: Updated Information

IMPORTANT UPDATE Following consultation with stakeholders, and the review of information which addressed the concerns of Stawell Gift Event Management Limited (SGEM) regarding betting at the Powercor Stawell Gift, SGEM is pleased to advise bookmakers will be on-site at Central Park for the 2024 Powercor Stawell Gift. Spectators will be

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WOMEN BEHIND THE STAWELL GIFT: PIONEERING PROGRESS IN PRO RUNNING

In recognition of International Women’s Day, we delve into the key roles played by some of the women within the Stawell Athletic Club (SAC) committee, whose dedicated efforts have been instrumental in shaping the Powercor Stawell Gift carnival. Shev Healy: Leading with Experience and Dedication Shevahn “Shev” Healy took on

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