The 39th New Zealand Schools’ National Debating Championships were held over the weekend of the 22 – 25 May in Wellington. Forty-two competitors and eighteen reserves, representing fourteen regional teams, descended upon Wellington for a weekend of debating. We were honoured to open Nationals at the Supreme Court, hosted by our wonderful Patron, Sir Stephen …
Public feedback is now open on applicants who have applied to adjudicate the National Finals and coach the New Zealand Schools’ Debating team. The community feedback process is not concerned with a candidate’s skill but rather their conduct. In particular, the New Zealand Schools’ Debating Council are interested in any feedback members of the community …
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The New Zealand Schools’ Debating Council is extending the submission period for applications to coach the 2026 New Zealand Schools’ Debating team. Final submissions are now due by 5pm on Friday the 15th of May 2026. NZSDC is excited to announce that this position will be fully subsidised, with the possibility to negotiate a stipend. …
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