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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.

Schools Competition
(Yr 9-12 Debating)

Regional Debating Days

Throughout terms 2-4 the DAV runs a number of Regional Debating Days at host schools across Victoria. These programs are an excellent opportunity for students in years 5 and 6 to put their skills to use in ‘friendly’ debates with students from other schools. We welcome first time debaters as well as those who have previously participated in our programs.

Days are run within school hours, with teams of 4 to 9 students participating in three debates (two will have prepared topics and one will have a secret topic announced on the day). Accredited DAV adjudicators provide students with feedback after each debate.

No debating experience is required, although these days assume that students are familiar with the very basics of debating. Schools may register up to four teams per regional day, but are only guaranteed entry of two teams, subject to regsitration numbers. The cost per team is $90.

Please note:

  • Timing for prepared speeches is 3-4 minutes
  • Timing for secret topic speeches is 2-3 minutes
  • Students not speaking in a debate may not assist speakers during the debate
  • Teachers and parents should not assist students during secret topic preparation
  • No electronic devices are to be used during debates or secret topic preparation

For more information please read the Frequently Asked Questions.

2023 Region Dates

Additional regions will be added as dates are confirmed.

Status
Region
Venue
Date
CLOSED
 Brighton St Leonard's College Wednesday 21 June
CLOSED
 Geelong Geelong Lutheran College Tuesday 15 August
OPEN
 Werribee Al-Taqwa College Thursday 12 October
CLOSED
 Mt Waverley Huntingtower School Friday 25 August
CLOSED
 Brunswick East Brunswick East Primary School Monday 28 August
CLOSED
 Fitzroy Fitzroy Community Primary School Wednesday 26 July
CLOSED
 Templestowe Templestowe Park Primary School Friday 26 May
CLOSED
 Hampton Park Hampton Park Primary School Thursday 17 August
CLOSED
 Preston St Raphael's Primary School Wednesday 16 August
OPEN
 State Tournament St Leonard's College Friday 17th November

Click here to register for a Regional Debating Day!

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