{"id":187,"date":"2026-02-20T11:02:56","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T11:02:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lightningsprints.com.au\/?p=187"},"modified":"2026-02-20T11:04:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T11:04:27","slug":"raise-the-roof-the-2026-lightning-sprints-australian-title-lands-in-gladstone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lightningsprints.com.au\/index.php\/2026\/02\/20\/raise-the-roof-the-2026-lightning-sprints-australian-title-lands-in-gladstone\/","title":{"rendered":"RAISE THE ROOF: The 2026 Lightning Sprints Australian Title Lands in Gladstone!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The thunder is coming to Central Queensland! We are thrilled to announce that the 2026 Lightning Sprints Australian Title<\/strong> will be held at the McCosker Gladstone Speedway on April 4th & 5th, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This high-octane weekend is officially powered by our naming rights sponsor, Gladrock Transport<\/strong>. As a cornerstone of the Gladstone community since 1981, the team at Gladrock Transport knows a thing or two about speed and reliability\u2014making them the perfect partner to help us crown a national champion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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EVENT DETAILS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • What:<\/strong> 2026 Lightning Sprints Australian Title<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • When:<\/strong> Saturday, April 4th & Sunday, April 5th (Easter Weekend)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Where:<\/strong> McCosker Gladstone Speedway (Jono Porter Drive, Benaraby)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sponsor:<\/strong> Proudly brought to you by Gladrock Transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    WHAT TO EXPECT<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Prepare for two nights of wheel-to-wheel action as the best drivers from across the country descend on Gladstone to battle for the prestigious #1 plate. With the lightning-fast pace of these machines and the technical challenge of the Gladstone clay, fans are in for a masterclass in dirt track racing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    ABOUT OUR SPONSOR: GLADROCK TRANSPORT<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    We couldn\u2019t put on an event of this magnitude without the support of Gladrock Transport<\/strong>. Specializing in freight, logistics, and “Hot Shot” 24\/7 delivery services, they keep Central Queensland moving. Whether it’s mining equipment or urgent parcels, Gladrock is the name the region trusts for precision and performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    STAY TUNED<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Nomination forms, ticket sales, and full event schedules will be released shortly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Mark your calendars now!<\/strong> You don’t want to miss the roar of the engines and the crowning of the 2026 Australian Champion.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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