Please make sure you bring along your:

– Skates

– Safety Equipment (including mouth guard)

– Team jersey

– Black scrim top with your number on the back

– White scrim top with your number on the back

– Arm bands with your number on them if you own them (if not, they will be drawn on)

– If you are skating within a team, please make sure you bring your team jersey for the games

– If you are NSOing please make sure you have a black top

– If you are reffing, please bring your REF shirt and whistle

– LOTS of water!

– Snack items you might like

– Bandaids if you need/want them

Our schedule is:
Saturday morning: Bootcamp sessions (skater level-appropriate)

Saturday afternoon & evening: GAMES

Sunday all day: GAMES

Level 1 – entry level, passed basic skills. Positional blocking games (think: 4-walls)

Level 2 – modified contact, some modifications to speed coming into the back of the pack, no winding hits, no multi-lane run-up hits, no apex jumps, no whips.

Level 3 – full contact games.

SKATERS PLAYING MULTI-LEVELS

After careful thought and through discussions with coaches from a range of leagues, the organising committee has decided that this year, skaters will need to remain in their own level for all games.

In practice, this means a Level 3 skater will only skate in Level 3 games and won’t be able to “skate down” into a lower level.

We’ve also spoken with several newer leagues who have shared how important it is for their skaters that Level 2 games be a true Level 2 experience.

We want to make sure these games are a safe, supportive learning space where developing skaters can build skills and confidence without being overmatched.

Ultimately, our goal is to create fair, level-appropriate matchups for every skater, supporting both safety and skill development while keeping the competition fun and balanced.

After careful thought and thorough discussions with coaches from a range of leagues, the organising committee has decided that this year, skaters will need to remain in their own level for all games.

In practice, this means a Level 3 skater will only skate in Level 3 games and won’t be able to “skate down” into a lower level.

We’ve also spoken with several newer leagues who have shared how important it is for their skaters that Level 2 games be a true Level 2 experience.

We want to make sure these games are a safe, supportive learning space where developing skaters can build skills and confidence without being overmatched.

Ultimately, our goal is to create fair, level-appropriate matchups for every skater, supporting both safety and skill development while keeping the

Additionally to ensure that teams are fair across the board, we’re not allowing skaters to play in multiple teams within the same level (or other level).

Yes. Your skater will be in the same level bootcamp as they are in games. If they select multiple levels at registration, please note we will liase with the coach of that team (or home league/club) to confirm what level the skater should be in. They cannot move ‘across levels’.

For example: If they are going to play level 2 games, they will need to be in level 2 bootcamp.

Each skater needs to be registered individually – we don’t take team registrations.

Each skater when registering will nominate what league/club they skate with. Where the league/club has enough skaters for a team in that level, your skater will be allocated to that team.

In the instance where a league/club does not have enough for a team at the skater-registration level, they will be allocated to a combo team for that level.

However if your league/club has an alliance with another league/club, you can ask us to do our best to combo you together.

If you want to ask a question specifically about your league/club, email the organisers at : borderclash@ausjrd.com.au

We have a clear and transparent ‘early bird’ pricing schedule for 2026:

You can sign up as an official here:  https://www.revolutionise.com.au/ausjrd/events/306660

As this is a junior tournament, we are keeping the ages that can participate of Under 18.

The exception to this, is if the junior human turns 18 during the month of BorderClash, then we will accept that junior human as a junior skater. They fall under all the same rules/guidelines as all other junior participants (including supervision, etc).

This means for 2025, they may turn 18 in October, 2025. If they turn 18 prior to this, then they are ineligible to register

NSO/SO Uniform Policy

To maintain a professional and consistent appearance during the tournament, all Non-Skating Officials (NSOs) and Skating Officials (SOs/Referees) are required to adhere to the following uniform guidelines:

NSO Uniform:

• Top: Plain black top (non-club affiliated; no logos, graphics, or league branding). No club/league logos permitted.

• Bottoms: Black bottoms (appropriate for movement and officiating). No club/league logos permitted.

• Footwear: Closed-toe, non-marking shoes suitable for indoor sports

SO (Referee) Uniform:

• Top: Standard black-and-white striped referee shirt. No club/league logos permitted.

• Bottoms: Black pants or black skirt/shorts. No club/league logos permitted.

• Footwear: Skates

Please ensure your attire is clean, neat, and functional for the role. If you are unsure whether an item meets the policy, please consult with the Head NSO or Head Referee prior to the tournament.

There are to be no club/league logos on your officiating uniform.

Please take a look at our Borderclash Junior Policy here

The long and the short of it is this: you are responsible for your junior and at no time are the Borderclash organisers nor Borderclash coaches to be ‘left in charge’ of your junior. If you wish to leave, you will need to nominate a parent/guardian to be responsible for your junior.

If you have something specific you’d like to ask, please do so here: borderclash@ausjrd.com.au

Bendigo is a vibrant city with plenty of accommodation options to suit all budgets. 

From Caravan & Holiday parks, holiday homes and self-contained apartments the options are limitless.

In very close proximity to the stadium are coffee shops, supermarkets and fast food outlets. There is a cafe in the stadium that has a range of food and beverage options.

October in Bendigo can range from very cold to cool, so make sure you come prepared.

Spectators: Bring blankets, jackets and hand warmers! BYO chairs is a MUST.

Skaters: Layer up! It’s always better to have a jacket/warm up vest that you can peel off when you warm up rather than skating around feeling like an ice cube.

Yes please. There may be seating but it’s likely to be limited

Absolutely.

Spectator entry will be $5 with under 16 a gold coin donation. (Skaters get 1 free companion ticket).

We are sorry to hear that your circumstances have changed. Please get in touch with us so we can adjust team allocations, etc.

Unfortunately we don’t offer refunds for this event due to change of circumstances/change of mind.

Australia Roller Derby Incorporated (AUSRD) & Australia Junior Roller Derby Incorporated is a not-for-profit, incorporated organisation dedicated to bringing the national roller derby community together through inclusive, empowering, and high-quality events for both junior and adult participants.

Our mission is to create meaningful opportunities for connection, development, and celebration across all levels of the sport, from grassroots to experienced skaters, from first-time officials to seasoned bench staff. 

AUSRD (Australia Roller Derby Inc) supports the adult community through national tournaments, training events, and collaborative programs that elevate the game while fostering respect, diversity, and a strong sense of belonging.

AUSJRD (Australia Junior Roller Derby Inc), our junior-focused arm, is devoted to empowering the next generation of skaters by creating safe, fun, and skill-building experiences that boost confidence, connection, and community spirit. We believe junior skaters deserve powerful pathways to grow both on and off the track and we’re here to help create them.

Together, AUSRD and AUSJRD are building a connected, inclusive, and thriving future for roller derby in Australia, one event at a time.