{"id":431584,"date":"2026-01-23T06:00:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T06:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/431584\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T06:00:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T06:00:17","slug":"f1-news-australian-gp-wish-program-returns-for-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/431584\/","title":{"rendered":"F1 news: Australian GP Wish Program returns for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tThomas Randle helping deliver memorable experiences as part of the program. Image: Aus Grand Prix<\/p>\n

Across the four days at Albert Park from March 5\u20138, 23 wish recipients and their families will take part in personalised experiences as part of the grand prix weekend, with access ranging from garage visits to meetings with drivers and teams.<\/p>\n

The program is delivered in partnership with Starlight Children\u2019s Foundation, Make-A-Wish Australia and My Room Children\u2019s Cancer Charity, providing moments of connection and positive distraction during the event.<\/p>\n

Australian Grand Prix Corporation Social Impact Manager Alex Corry said the initiative extended the impact of the race weekend beyond the on-track action.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Australian Grand Prix is about more than what happens on track \u2013 it\u2019s about the moments we create for people,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThrough the Wish Program, we\u2019re proud to help deliver experiences that bring joy, connection and lasting memories to families who deserve something truly special.\u201d<\/p>\n

In the lead-up to the event, several children visited Albert Park alongside Supercars drivers Cam Waters and Thomas Randle.<\/p>\n

Melbourne will host the second round of the 2026 Supercars season with four sprint races and a dedicated paddock that is accessible to the public.<\/p>\n

Randle said the program highlighted the broader role of sport.<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing able to play our part in the Wish Program is incredibly special,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cSeeing the excitement on the kids\u2019 faces reminds us how powerful sport can be.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re looking forward to seeing these kids and their families back at the circuit during race week, soaking up the atmosphere and experiencing the event alongside us.\u201d<\/p>\n

My Room Children\u2019s Cancer Charity chief operating officer Margaret Zita said the program provided lasting benefits for participating families.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re incredibly grateful to the Australian Grand Prix Corporation for including My Room families in this year\u2019s Wish Program,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThese wishes create moments of joy and memories that families will hold onto forever, often during the hardest chapter of their lives.\u201d<\/p>\n


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