Athletics

Key Information:
To participate in NQ Games for Athletics, you need to register and pay on two separate portals

1. NQ Games Registration portal (Play HQ - $39 - first 3000 receive free bag & hat)
2. Athletics North Queensland Portal (Revolutionise - $15 per event or $25 all access for Juniors)

Registrations CLOSE Wednesday 22/04/2026 with late registrations closing on Wednesday 29/04/2026 (an additional fee will be charged by ANQ following 22/04/2026).

Step onto the track and be part of North Queensland’s biggest multi-sport celebration at the 2026 NQ Games in Mackay! Athletics welcomes competitors of all levels to test themselves in a professionally delivered competition while experiencing the energy, community spirit, and legacy atmosphere of the North Queensland Games. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or representing your club, this is your chance to compete, connect, and celebrate sport with athletes from across the region - register now to secure your place on the start line.

The NQ Games is for anyone – you don't need to be a member of an athletics club to participate.

Athletics is hosted by Athletics North Queensland, according to rules abided by Australian Athletics, among others.

You can download the NQ Games Athletics Event Handbook for further information

Last updated Feb 1st 2026.

Subject to changes

Key Information:
To participate in NQ Games for Athletics, you need to register and pay on two separate portals

1. NQ Games Registration portal (Play HQ - $39 - first 3000 receive free kit including bag & hat)
2. Athletics North Queensland Portal (Revolutionise - $15 per event or $25 all access for Juniors)

Entries into all competitions will not be approved until both fees are paid.

Registrations CLOSE 22/04/2026 with late registrations closing on 29/04/2026 (an additional fee will be charged by ANQ following 22/04/2026).