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The DAV is a non-profit association which exists to promote debate. It
is the peak debating body in Victoria and runs large competitions for
adults and for schools across Victoria. It provides training and
resources for debaters, teachers and adjudicators.
Draws
Geelong
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Round 1: Wednesday, April 29th 2026
A Grade at 8pm
That the cosmetics and fashion industries do more harm than good.
| Affirmative team | Negative team | |
|---|---|---|
| Werribee Secondary College 1 | vs. | St Joseph's College Geelong 1 |
| North Geelong Secondary College 1 | vs. | Geelong Grammar School 1 |
| Iona College 1 | vs. | The Geelong College 1 |
| The Geelong College 2 | vs. | Geelong Grammar School 2 |
| Geelong Grammar School 3 | vs. | Bye |
B Grade at 7pm
That the government should require all police officers to wear and activate body-worn cameras when on duty.
| Affirmative team | Negative team | |
|---|---|---|
| Geelong Grammar School 3 | vs. | The Geelong College 1 |
| Werribee Secondary College 1 | vs. | Geelong Grammar School 4 |
| Geelong High School 1 | vs. | Geelong Grammar School 1 |
| North Geelong Secondary College 1 | vs. | Geelong Grammar School 2 |
| Iona College 1 | vs. | Clonard College 1 |
| Clonard College 2 | vs. | The Geelong College 2 |
C Grade at 7pm
That we should ban airlines from overbooking flights.
| Affirmative team | Negative team | |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart College Newtown 1 | vs. | Geelong Grammar School 1 |
| Sacred Heart College Newtown 2 | vs. | The Geelong College 1 |
| Geelong Lutheran College 1 | vs. | The Geelong College 2 |
| Werribee Secondary College 1 | vs. | Iona College 1 |
| Geelong High School 1 | vs. | Sacred Heart College Newtown 3 |
| Geelong High School 2 | vs. | Bye |
D Grade at 8pm
That it should be free to camp in all national parks in Australia.
| Affirmative team | Negative team | |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart College Newtown 1 | vs. | St Joseph's College Geelong 1 |
| Sacred Heart College Newtown 2 | vs. | St Joseph's College Geelong 2 |
| Geelong Lutheran College 1 | vs. | The Geelong College 1 |
| Werribee Secondary College 1 | vs. | Clonard College 1 |
| Geelong High School 1 | vs. | Clonard College 2 |
| North Geelong Secondary College 1 | vs. | Iona College 1 |
| Geelong High School 2 | vs. | Bye |
Round 2: Thursday, May 14th 2026
A Grade at 8pm
Secret Topic
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
B Grade at 7pm
Secret Topic
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
C Grade at 7pm
That we regret the rise of social media as a primary news source.
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
D Grade at 8pm
That it should be compulsory for all young people to complete 50 hours of community service each year.
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
Round 3: Thursday, May 28th 2026
A Grade at 8pm
Secret Topic
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
B Grade at 7pm
Secret Topic
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
C Grade at 7pm
Advised Topic: That schools should ...
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
D Grade at 8pm
That we should ban petrol cars from being used for business purposes (e.g. taxi, food delivery) from 2030.
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
Round 4: Thursday, June 18th 2026
A Grade at 8pm
Secret Topic
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
B Grade at 7pm
Secret Topic
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
C Grade at 7pm
Secret Topic
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
D Grade at 8pm
That we should pursue life on Mars.
The draw for this round will be published closer to the start of the round.
Round 5: Wednesday, July 29th 2026
A Grade at 8pm
Secret Topic
Round five is power-paired (teams will debate against a team adjacent to them on the ladder). Draws for round five will be released after round four.
B Grade at 7pm
Secret Topic
Round five is power-paired (teams will debate against a team adjacent to them on the ladder). Draws for round five will be released after round four.
C Grade at 7pm
Secret Topic
Round five is power-paired (teams will debate against a team adjacent to them on the ladder). Draws for round five will be released after round four.
D Grade at 8pm
That dynamic pricing should be banned.
Round five is power-paired (teams will debate against a team adjacent to them on the ladder). Draws for round five will be released after round four.