A very warm welcome to the 2026 Competition.
In our competition, the focus goes well beyond winning debates. We’re passionate about giving students skills that last a lifetime—critical thinking, confident communication, respectful disagreement, and the ability to engage thoughtfully with the world around them. These are skills that matter not just in competition, but in everyday life.
As part of our exciting 35th-year celebrations, we’ll also be unveiling a revamped website later in the season. The new look will be easier to navigate and include fresh features designed to keep our debating community informed, supported, and connected.
Be sure to keep a lookout for our training sessions for students and coaches. There will be plenty of opportunities to learn, grow, and celebrate debating together in this very special year.
I am here to help and support you. Please feel free to contact me via return email or phone 0405 924 949.
I look forward to working with you.
Kind regards,
Sonja Lowen
Chairman