The Final Leg is one of the signature events of the Special Olympics National Games, held every four years.
Law Enforcement Officers carry the ‘Flame of Hope’ across Australia, culminating in the lighting of the cauldron at the Opening Ceremony.
In 2026, the flame has travelled via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
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The Mildura Torch Run is on today, 14th October 2026, from 1:45, running from the Mildura Wharf to the Langtree Mall.
The Swan Hill run is tomorrow from 10:30, starting at the Swan Hill Clocktower.
