2013 Oceania Athletics Championships
The 2013 Oceania Athletics Championships were held at the Stade Pater Te Hono Nui in Papeete, French Polynesia, between June 3–5, 2013. The event was held jointly with the 2013 Oceania Youth Athletics Championships, and there were also exhibition events for masters, athletes with a disability and children. Detailed reports on a day by day basis were given.
| XIII Oceania Athletics Championships | |
|---|---|
| Dates | June 3-5 |
| Host city | Papeete, French Polynesia |
| Venue | Stade Pater Te Hono Nui |
| Level | Senior |
| Events | 44 (21 men, 22 women. 1 mixed) |
The event was overshadowed by the death of New Zealand racewalker Lesley Cantwell. She collapsed while waiting for the medal ceremony after winning the gold medal in the 5000 metres race walk event, and was taken to Papeete Hospital on life support. However, she died a few days later.
In the open division, a total of 44 events were contested, 21 by men and 22 by women, as well as 1 mixed medley relay.