| VII Oceania U20 Athletics Championships | |
|---|---|
| Dates | 28 June–1 July |
| Host city | Suva, Fiji,  |
| Venue | ANZ Stadium |
| Level | Junior |
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The 2017 Oceania U20 Athletics Championships were held at the ANZ Stadium in Suva, Fiji, between June 28 and July 1, 2017. They were held together with the 2017 Oceania Senior Championships and the 2017 Oceania U18 Athletics Championships.
Complete results can be found on the Oceania Athletics Association webpage. [1]
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