Key Dates for 2026
School Registrations Close- Friday 19th June, 2026
Challenges Released- Wednesday 24th June, 2026
Team Nominations open- Monday 14th July, 2026
Team Nominations close - Friday 31st July, 2026
Regional Tournaments 2026
| Region | Venue | Date |
| Metro Central | Deakin University, Burwood | Sat 15th and Sun 16th Aug, 2026 |
| Central Victoria | La Trobe University, Bendigo (TBC) | Sat 15th Aug, 2026 |
| Metro Northern | Deakin University, Burwood | Sat 15th and Sun 16th Aug, 2026 |
| Gippsland | Federation University, Gippsland | Sat 22nd Aug, 2026 |
| Geelong | Deakin University, Waurn Ponds | Sun 23rd Aug, 2026 |
Maps of each venue can be accessed
here.
* Competition timetables for each region will be released approx two weeks before the Regional Tournament date
Finals
Victorian State Final
Sunday 13th September, 2026 - venue TBC
TOM International Final
Saturday 31st October, 2026 - Darwin, NT
Tournament of Minds Workshops
We will be running a number of online workshops designed to support facilitators in 2026. Registration and workshop details can be found on the 'Workshop' tab above.
If you are new to TOM , it is strongly recommended that you attend one of our workshops.
| Workshop | Venue | Date and Time |
| What is TOM? *free workshop for new facilitators | Online | Thurs 5 March 4:30-5:30pm |
| Implementing TOM: An Intro to TOM | Online | Mon 4 May 4.30-6:00pm |
| Implementing TOM: An Intro to TOM | Online | Thurs 11 June 4:30-6:00pm |
| Unpacking the Challenges | Online | Thurs 23 July 4:30-6:00pm |
School Incursions
We can assist you and your team with the adventure that is TOM. We are happy to chat with you to see how TOM can meet the needs of your team to prepare fully for TOM. There are a limited number of days and times available. Please contact the TOM Vic office via our email: [email protected].
Join the TOM Victoria team
We are always seeking judges, TOM officials, and venue guides for our Tournaments. Additionally, we warmly welcome new members to join the Victorian TOM committee. Membership is open to everyone. To get in touch email: [email protected].
More Information
The Victorian Office is always there to assist and support you to implement the TOM program at your school. We endeavour to respond to you within 24 hours. The best method of contact is by email, as our office is not always attended during business hours.
Email: [email protected]
Follow the Tournament of Minds - Vic Facebook Group for general updates, tips and tricks and important reminders. We also have a Facebook Group designed to provide support for registered facilitators only: TOM Facilitators(for registered school facilitators only)
Tournament of Minds Victoria is proudly sponsored by:
La Trobe University is proud to support Tournament of Minds Victoria Inc. as exclusive Learning Partner
Gifted Education
Teacher Learning Network - TOM Article
Victorian Committee
Director & Professional Learning Coordinator
Geraldine Nicholas
Deputy Director
Geoff Whyte
Treasurer & Secretary
Lauren Ho
Regional Representative
Darren Hodgson
General Members
Kym Ramsdale, Thilakavathi Chengodu and Karen Paul