The 2025 Australian Orienteering Championships in Brisbane started hot, though thankfully not as hot as predicted. There were 7 events with 960 participants from 15 different countries. AUS CHAMPS  SPRINT  – 27 September  2025Finally the day we had all been waiting for – the first real competition of the Australian Orienteering Championships. The Sprint took […]

The four events at the Pokapū Champs saw some fascinating racing. The middle and long distances were held on Knottingly and Koitiata respectively, both using areas of the map essentially untouched by the Oceania Champs last January. They presented very low, intricate topography requiring both accurate compass use and reading of the contour detail. In […]

Sprint – St Cuthbert’s CollegeThe sprint event turned into a true test – even for the hardy Blunt umbrellas – as torrential rain, wild winds, and saturated conditions made for a challenging day. Despite the weather, 13 marshals were stationed around the course, joined by many dedicated club and family members who braved the elements […]