Guardians of the Flame
A worldwide foundation of Law Enforcement employees, The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is the largest grassroots awareness and fundraising vehicle for Special Olympics.
We help to provide opportunities for inclusion and improved quality of life for children and adults with intellectual disabilities through support for Special Olympics programs and championing fundraising initiatives.
With more than 1.9 million athletes in 35 countries, Special Olympics programs in the Asia Pacific region are expanding rapidly. Across the region, our goal is to promote respect, inclusion and human dignity for people with intellectual disabilities through sport.

Support
To develop and maintain fundraising initiatives to provide continuing support to Special Olympics Australia. With more than 1.9 million athletes in 35 countries, Special Olympics programs in the Asia Pacific region are expanding rapidly. Across the region, our goal is to promote respect, inclusion and human dignity for people with intellectual disabilities through sport.

Awareness
To raise awareness within Australia's Police, other government agencies and the communities we serve of the existence and nature of the Special Olympics movement.

Awareness
To raise awareness within Australia's Police, other government agencies and the communities we serve of the existence and nature of the Special Olympics movement.
Special Olympics is a global movement that inspires people with intellectual disabilities of all ages, to reach their personal best through regular sport & competition
See how we’re creating change
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1. Breaking down the barriers.
Torch Run creates trust and confidence within the intellectual disability sector.
2. Develop healthy habits
and longer life-spans through involvement in sport.
3. Drives the Inclusion Revolution.
4. Being heard in a voice that they understand.
5. The opportunity for development to become ‘work ready’.
Upcoming events
You can find events in every state listed here. Please click View Details to learn more.
Melbourne Inner East Inter Club Basketball Tournament
LETR are seeking volunteers and athlete leaders to attend and assist with medal presentations the MIE Interclub Basketball Tournament on 13th September 2026 at Nunawading Basketball Stadium.
Melbourne Inner East Tennis Club Games
LETR are seeking volunteers and athlete leaders to attend and assist with medal presentations at the Melbourne Inner East Tennis Club games on Saturday 19th September 2026 at Willison Park Tennis Club. LETR have also been asked to speak at the Opening of the event.
MILDURA – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the MILDURA Torch Run on 14th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at Langtree Mall for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
SWAN HILL – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the SWAN HILL Torch Run on 15th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at Swan Hill Clocktower for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
ECHUCA – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the ECHUCA Torch Run on 15th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at Hopwood Gardens for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
ALBURY & WODONGA – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the ALBURY & WODONGA Torch Runs on 16th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at NSW / VIC Border line on Lincoln Causeway,
Wodonga for the official handover of the ‘Flame of Hope’ from NSW to VIC or Junction Square for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Wodonga Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
BENDIGO – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the BENDIGO Torch Run on 16th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at Bendigo Town Hall for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
BALLARAT – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the Ballarat Torch Run on 16th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at Bridge Mall for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
GEELONG – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the GEELONG Torch Run on 17th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at Pavillion Geelong for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
MELBOURNE – 2026 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL GAMES FINAL LEG
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 will travel via two national routes—WA to Melbourne and QLD to Melbourne—before both teams join to open the National Games.
2026 is also a significant year for Special Olympics Australia as it marks it’s 50th Year anniversary milestone further increasing the honour we have in Victoria to have been selected as the hosting state this year.
We would love for LETR/Victoria Police members and Special Olympics Athletes to join us at the MELBOURNE Torch Run on 18th October 2026.
Please note: This is a light jog to a run, for those unable to complete this activity we welcome you to register and join us at TBC for the Final Leg Ceremony following the Torch Run.
Further details surrounding start/finish times and locations will be distributed to registered attendees.Â
Melbourne Eastern Ranges Bocce Competition
LETR are seeking members and Athlete Leaders to attend and assist in Medal Presentations at the Melbourne Eastern Ranges Bocce Competition being held on 6th November 2026. Medal Presentations are expected to be held from 8:00pm.
Melbourne Inner East Bowling Presentation Day
LETR are looking for volunteers to attend and assist in setting up and presenting medals and trophies to the 2026 MIE Bowlers at Zone Bowling Forest Hill Chase on 22nd November 2026
International Day of People with a Disability CBD Torch Run
Law Enforcement Torch Run is celebrating IDOPWD
All Victoria Police employees and volunteers are encouraged to come along and celebrate International Day of People with a Disability (observed annually on 3 December) by participating in the Law Enforcement Torch Run on Friday, 4th December 2026. Joining us for the run will be Special Olympics Athletes from across the state!
The route starts from the VPC and concludes on the Southern Riverbank where the Disability Sport and Recreation Festival will be taking place.
We look forward to seeing you there!