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From the department

The Premier's Debating Challenge – applications closing soon

24 Feb 2023

Four high school students talking while sitting at a table with a laptop and notebooks.

Act today, entries close soon.

Back for 2023, the Premier's Debating Challenge is open to all NSW government schools with the aim of developing the reasoning and public speaking skills of students from Years 5 to 12.

Closing dates

For the Years 11 and 12 age division the deadline to enter is Tuesday 28th February.

The deadline for the other age divisions is Wednesday 1 March.

Who can enter?

Students in: Years 5 and 6, Years 7 and 8, Years 9 and 10, and Years 11 and 12.

How can students enter?

To enter the 2023 Premier's Debating Challenge, students should get in touch with their school's debating coordinator.

How can schools enter?

Schools can enter their school’s teams into the challenge by completing the online entry forms on the Art’s Unit website.

Where can I find out more

Students should talk to their school's debating coordinator and visit The Arts Unit for more information about the challenge.