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Debating SA is a not-for-profit association that conducts debating activities for schools and the wider community within South Australia.

Visit us at www.debatingsa.com.au Debating SA is South Australia's largest debating organisation that leads the way in conducting debating activities for schools and the wider community within South Australia

The Association holds an annual interschool debating competition for Primary and Secondary Schools from May to September. Debating SA also runs a range of extensive training programs for sch

ools and can supply adjudicators and coaches for a range of community, social, educational and professional events. Debating is an education-based activity that promotes the development of communication, interpersonal and leadership skills. The Association encourages positive interaction between all its members so that each participant, from every background, feels supported and comfortable in the environment in which s/he participates.

03/06/2026

Round 2 at St Dominic's Priory College 🎤✨

Students from across Adelaide came together at St Dominic's Priory College for another fantastic evening of debating in the Debating SA Schools’ Competition.

Throughout the night, students demonstrated thoughtful arguments, strategic rebuttal, confident speaking, and outstanding teamwork as they tackled challenging topics and represented their schools with pride.

It has been wonderful to see so many debaters continuing to develop their skills, challenge themselves, and grow in confidence throughout the season.

A huge thank you to St Dominic's Priory College for hosting, and to all of the adjudicators, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and students who helped make the evening such a success.

Here are some highlights from the night 📸🔥

Tag your teammates and schools 👇

02/06/2026

Round 2 at Endeavour College 🎤🔥

Another fantastic evening of debating saw students from across Adelaide come together at Endeavour College for Round 2 of the Debating SA Schools’ Competition.

Throughout the night, students demonstrated thoughtful arguments, strategic rebuttal, confident speaking, and outstanding teamwork as they tackled challenging topics and represented their schools with pride.

It has been wonderful to see so many debaters continuing to develop their skills, challenge themselves, and grow in confidence throughout the season.

A huge thank you to Endeavour College for hosting, and to all of the adjudicators, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and students who helped make the evening such a success.

Here are some highlights from the night 📸✨

Tag your teammates, schools, and friends!

01/06/2026

Round 2 at Nazareth Catholic College 🎤🔥

Last Thursday, students from across Adelaide gathered at Nazareth Catholic College for another fantastic evening of debating in the Debating SA Schools’ Competition.

Throughout the night, students demonstrated thoughtful arguments, strategic rebuttal, confident speaking, and outstanding teamwork as they tackled challenging topics and represented their schools with pride.

It has been wonderful to see so many young people developing their communication, critical thinking, and leadership skills through debating, while building friendships and connections across the competition.

A huge thank you to Nazareth Catholic College for hosting, and to all of the adjudicators, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and students who helped make the evening such a success.

Here are some highlights from the night 📸✨

Tag your teammates, schools, and friends!

31/05/2026

Round 2 at Immanuel College 🎤✨

Wednesday evening saw another fantastic night of debating as students from across Adelaide came together at Immanuel College for Round 2 of the Debating SA Schools’ Competition.

From thoughtful arguments and strategic rebuttal to confident speeches and outstanding teamwork, the standard of debating on display was fantastic to see.

It has been wonderful watching students continue to grow in confidence, challenge themselves, and represent their schools with pride throughout the season.

A huge thank you to Immanuel College for hosting, and to all of the adjudicators, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and students who helped make the evening such a success.

Here are some highlights from the night 📸🔥

Tag your teammates and schools 👇

28/05/2026

Round 2 at Mercedes College 🎤🔥

Debaters from across Adelaide took to the floor for another fantastic evening of thoughtful arguments, confident speeches, strategic rebuttal, and impressive teamwork.

It has been wonderful to see students continuing to challenge themselves, support one another, and grow in confidence throughout the competition season.

A huge thank you to Mercedes College for hosting, and to all of the adjudicators, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and students who helped make the evening such a success.

Here are some highlights from the night 📸✨

Tag your teammates, schools, and friends!

27/05/2026

Round 2 is officially underway! 🔥🎤

Earlier this week, Debating SA students took to the floor at Gleeson College and Mercedes College for two fantastic evenings of debating.

Across both venues, students delivered thoughtful arguments, confident speeches, strategic rebuttal, and outstanding teamwork as they tackled challenging topics and represented their schools with pride.

It has been wonderful to see so many debaters continuing to grow in confidence and skill.

A huge thank you to Gleeson College and Mercedes College for hosting, and to all of the adjudicators, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and students who made the evenings such a success.

Here are some highlights from Round 2 so far 📸✨

Tag your teammates, schools, and friends!

19/05/2026

Round 1 of the Debating SA Schools’ Competition is officially in the books! 🔥🎤

What an incredible start to the season.

Hosted at schools across Adelaide, Round 1 saw students deliver sharp arguments, confident speeches, clever rebuttal, and outstanding teamwork. From first-time debaters to experienced speakers, the energy in every room was fantastic to see.

A huge thank you to our adjudicators, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and host schools for making the first round such a success — and of course to all the students who brought the passion, preparation, and debating spirit.

Here are just some of the many teams who proudly represented their schools in Round 1 📸

Tag your teammates, schools, and friends!

Round 2… we’re coming for you 👀

17/05/2026

We are delighted to have Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC as our Patron. Government House will be holding an Open Day next Sunday 24 May which will coincide with the SA History Festival. The house and grounds will be open from 10am to 2pm.

Additionally, the Winter Conversation Series bookings open on Monday 18 May at 9am.

See details in the shared post.

03/05/2026

The stage is set, the topics are ready, and the voices are about to rise 🎤🔥

This week, we’re not just starting a competition — we’re kicking off a season of bold ideas, fierce challenges, and powerful voices.

To every speaker stepping up: own the floor, stand by your arguments, and make your mark 💬✨

Let the battle of minds begin.

12/04/2026

📣 Debating SA Training Workshops – April 2026

Looking to build confidence, sharpen critical thinking, and develop powerful speaking skills? Our upcoming Debating SA Training Workshops are the perfect place to start!

🗓 Upcoming sessions:
• Learn to Debate Seminar – Monday 20 April
• Debating Masterclass: Thinking, Evidence & Rebuttal – Friday 24 April
📍 Payinthi – City of Prospect
⏰ 10:00am – 4:00pm
💲 $60 per person

These interactive, full-day workshops are designed for students of all experience levels. Participants will learn:
✅ How debates work (roles, structure, scoring)
✅ How to build strong arguments and respond to others
✅ Key skills in Argument, Presentation and Structure
✅ Techniques for rebuttal, evidence, and critical thinking

Debating isn’t just about competition—it builds confidence, teamwork, and the ability to engage thoughtfully with the world.

🔗 Register now and view all training events:
https://www.debatingsa.com.au/events/?filtereventtype=Training

Spots are limited—don’t miss out!

Address

PO Box 53, Collinswood
Adelaide, SA
5081

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.debatingsa.com.au/

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