Weightlifting at the 2006 Commonwealth Games

Weightlifting at the 2006 Commonwealth Games

The Weightlifting at the 2006 Commonwealth Games was held in a custom-built temporary venue within the Melbourne Exhibition and Convention Centre from March 16 to 24.

Coverage of the weightlifting on Melbourne's Nine Network included the colourful and "over-the-top" commentary from Darrell Eastlake, which received widespread attention.

Weightlifting medal count


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