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Win 1 of 3 Trips to Canberra for Students in Years 10, 11 & 12

Prize pool $750 NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, TAS, NT, ACT Closes 20 Jul 2026
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About this Australia competition: Enter the About the House - Australian House of Representatives giveaway for your chance to win a prize pool worth $750. Open to residents in NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, TAS, NT, ACT. Verified daily by Competitions.com.au — free to enter, no purchase necessary. Closes Monday, 20 July 2026.

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What is the My First Speech Competition 2026?
The My First Speech Competition 2026 is a national competition organised by the Department of the House of Representatives. It invites Australian students in Years 10, 11, and 12 to imagine themselves as newly elected members of the House of Representatives and write a 3-minute speech on a topic they are passionate about. This competition aims to engage young people with the parliamentary process and promote parliamentary education.
What are the prizes for the My First Speech Competition 2026?
In the My First Speech Competition 2026, one winning entrant from each year group (Years 10, 11, and 12) will win an expenses-paid trip to Canberra. Winners will present their speech at Parliament House to the Speaker and guests. Additionally, each winner will receive a prize pack valued at $250.
When does the My First Speech Competition 2026 close?
The My First Speech Competition 2026 closes at 11:59 PM AEST on Monday, 20 July 2026. Participants must ensure their entries are submitted by this deadline to be considered.
How do I enter the My First Speech Competition 2026?
To enter the My First Speech Competition 2026, eligible students must write a 3-minute speech envisioning themselves as newly elected members of the House of Representatives. The speech should focus on a topic they are passionate about. Entries must be submitted through the specified website before the closing date.
Who is eligible to enter the My First Speech Competition 2026?
The My First Speech Competition 2026 is open to Australian students in Years 10, 11, and 12. This eligibility allows high school students across Australia to participate and engage with the democratic process.
How is the winner selected in the My First Speech Competition 2026?
Winners in the My First Speech Competition 2026 are selected based on their submitted speeches. Each year group will have one winning entrant who will be chosen to present their speech at Parliament House. The selection process aims to recognise speeches that effectively engage with parliamentary topics.
How will the My First Speech Competition 2026 winner be notified?
Winners of the My First Speech Competition 2026 will be notified through the contact details provided during entry submission. They will receive information regarding their trip to Canberra and details about presenting their speech at Parliament House.
Who is the promoter of the My First Speech Competition 2026?
The promoter of the My First Speech Competition 2026 is the Department of the House of Representatives. This competition is part of their efforts to promote parliamentary education among Australian high school students.

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