Nationals
Every year in August, the top secondary school debaters from around New Zealand gather in Wellington for the National Finals of the Russell McVeagh New Zealand Schools’ Debating Championships. There are five rounds of impromptu debates, with the top four teams then progressing to the semi-finals. The Grand Final is traditionally held in the Legislative Council Chamber of Parliament in front of the Hon. Peter Dunne, MP, and His Excellency the Governor-General, Patron of the New Zealand Schools’ Debating Council.
The 2009 National Championships were held from 7-10 August at Victoria University of Wellington. Click here for a report on the tournament.
History of the National Championships
For information about the history of the National Championships please click on one of the links below.
Nationals Winners
Nationals Runners-Up
Best Speakers
Most Promising Speakers
Captains of the New Zealand Schools’ Debating Team
2005 Championship Report
2005 Championship Results
2008 Championships Report
2009 Championships Report
