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Welcome to QMA - 50 Years + and Going Strong!
QMA 50th Anniversary Magazine (PDF)
And Not Just Us - AMA 50th Anniversary Magazine (PDF)

Queensland Masters Athletics Association (QMA) promotes fitness, fun and friendship through a range of athletic activities for everyone, from beginner to age group elite standard. Membership starts from 30 years through to 100+.

Competition is conducted in 5 year age divisions, .e.g. M40-44, W55-59. The association currently has around 400 members from all walks of life, all levels of ability and all parts of Queensland and northern New South Wales.

Thinking about joining in, but not sure? We welcome visitors to come along to the track and just get a feel for what's going on, or have a go at competition. All are welcome - check the Brisbane Calendar or Gold Coast Calendar for details. If you're not in the South East check out your Local Athletics Club - you'll be welcome to join in there too. And don't forget organized Training Groups for sprinters and distance runners - work at your own pace, all welcome.

Click Here to watch the video of our Queensland Masters athletes in action at home and abroad

QMA Half Year Membership Now Open

For athletes wishing to participate in Cross Country and other out-of-stadia events over Winter, there is a Half Year Membership available, from 1st April 2026 to 30th September 2026.

QMA Annual General Meeting - 8th August 2026

Members are advised that the 2026 QMA AGM will be held on the 8th August at 11.30am.

Venue:

Upper Mt Gravatt Progress Hall

1873 Logan Rd, Upper Mt Gravatt QLD 4122

Note: limited off street parking is available, however street parking is also available down Carson Lane. A light lunch will be provided for those attending.

If unable to attend the meeting in person, please connect via the Microsoft Teams link below:

Meeting link: QMA Annual General Meeting | Microsoft Teams | Meetup-Join

Please see below the Notice of Meeting and the Nomination Form for the QMA Management Committee. Please consider nominating yourself or another QMA member for a position on the Management Team. You have until the 9th July to get nominations in, so if sending by post please allow delivery time.

2026 AGM Notice (PDF)

Management Committee Nomination Form (PDF)

Also please note: it is expected that all members nominated for positions are willing to attend the majority of QMA Management meetings (approx every 2 months) either in person or by video link, and that they will contribute actively to discussions and decision making. If unable to find a nominator and seconder, please forward the form anyway and we will arrange the signatories. Please send nomination forms and direct any queries to the QMA Secretary.

The 2026 Member Survey is Complete

A big thank you to the 146 QMA members who completed our member survey - a great result. We're busy analyzing the responses and will publish data when available.

And congratulations to our prize draw winners: Bob Patterson, Paul Hayward, Carol Davis, Jo Harlow, Barb Cook, and Kieren Elliott.

QA Cross Country Relay Championships 2026

For the first time, QMA is entering teams in the QA Cross Country Relays to be held on Saturday the 20th June 2026. Register for this event with QMA and only pay $5 - a 50% discount on the QA entry fee.

Chris Davis is coordinating the QMA teams for this event - contact him at christopherdavis@live.com.au to indicate your interest and if you want to be teamed with particular people.

The age categories are:

Masters 30-49 Men (3x3klm)

Masters 30-49 Women (3x3klm)

Masters 50+ Men (3x3klm)

Masters 50+ Women (3x3klm)

Enter below to be part of the QMA contingent at this great event:

Cross Country Relay Registration

QMA Christmas in July Throws 2026

To be held at QSAC on the 25th and 26th July 2026. Other information is on the Brisbane Competition Page. but you can register right here:

QMA Christmas in July Throws Registration

Sunday Winter Training at QSAC -

Competition Dates Added

Winter training & coaching in field events and hurdles is on again at QSAC. This is open to everyone, not just QMA members - come along and have a try. Only $6.00 track fee, QMA pays the coaches. Check the Brisbane Competition Page for details.

The highly credentialed Coaches:

Matt Symonds - Throws - Shot Put, Javelin, Discus and Hammer Throw

Dave McKean - Pole Vault

Dan O'Sullivan - High Jump

Harry Giles - Hurdles

Marty Stolberg - Long and Triple Jump

Note: general training is on every Sunday regardless of competition or what is being coached, so if you just want to have a try or have some practice come along any Sunday

QMA Half Marathon Challenge 2026

Run one, two (or more if you are keen) half marathons anywhere in Australia during the above period.
The event must be held on a certified course, with electronic (chip) timing.

QMA Half Marathon Challenge Registration

QMA 10k Championships 2026

To be held in conjunction with the Brisbane Road Runners 10 km Championships on Sunday 21st June 2026 on their course at West End.
Entry fee will be $7 and QMA medals will be presented.

Registration opens 1st May 2026.

QMA 10k Championship Registration

2026 AMA Postal Half Marathon Racewalking Championship

Details and Entry

QMA Uniform Shop Re-Opens 1st September

Opening Dates 2026/27

1st May 2026-1st June 2026

1st September 2026-28th September 2026

1st December 2026-5th January 2027

Check out the jazzy new gear! Towels, hoodies, backpacks and socks. Please contact the Uniform Coordinator for further information.

Group Training - It's For Everyone!

A great way to get involved in Masters Athletics:

Meet the Coaches
Come to a training day
Learn new skills
Get fit and healthy
Make new friends
If you want, pathways from local competition to State, Nationals and World Championships

Group Training Options

Gorillas in the mist? No - QMA training groups at QSAC!

Volunteering at the Track

We see them every week - the dedicated handful of volunteers who ensure we have well run track and field masters competitions, in all weathers. We salute you!

But they can't do it alone (or forever) - every competitor (or friend) is urged to put up their hand to help with an event or competition when they can. Volunteers are particularly needed on days when Championship events are on the program.

For Brisbane, there will be volunteer sheets at each competition where you can sign up for following weeks, or email brisvolunteers@qldmastersathletics.org.au

Safety at the Track

A reminder to all track and field competitors that the safety of yourself and others is paramount.

What does this mean in practice? Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Before crossing the track always check if there is an event in progress. Never cross the infield when a competition is on, walk around the outside of the track to get where you're going. Ensure small children are supervised at all times.

Stay Safe - protect yourself and others.

It's You Against The World!

Not really - but who doesn't have a sneaky desire to see how they stand against others in their country, region or globally. Well you can - all members of Australian Master Athletics affiliated state organizations (including QMA) have access to the World Masters Rankings site.