The 1996 Oceania Athletics Championships were held in Townsville, Australia, between November 28–30, 1996.

A total of 42 events were contested, 22 by men and 20 by women.

Medal winners were published.

[1] Complete results can be found as compiled by Bob Snow from Athletics PNG.

[2] *   Host nation (Australia) The participation of athletes from 16 countries was reported by the Pacific Islands Athletics Statistics publication.