Spectators are permitted and may enter FREE of charge.

We encourage spectators and it is often good to come watch first to understand how a competition operates. You will then know what to do when you do compete. There are also plenty of opportunities to get involved as a volunteer. If you would like a judging tutorial please approach a Delegate, they will be wearing the bright red polo shirts.

Spectators are encouraged to learn how to judge. Tingman has made an excellent video that tells you everything you need to know. We will run a judging tutorial at the same time as the new competitor tutorial and you can also have someone teach you how to judge later in the day. Judging is not difficult and you don't need to be a cuber to be a successful judge, it is an excellent way to make the time fly by!

No tickets are required for spectators but we ask you to avoid the busy morning period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How can I change my events?
You must make any change to your registered events by 20th November 11:59 PM UTC+11. You can change your events via the competition registration page.

Q. What time should I arrive at the competition?
You should arrive for Check-in from 8AM. You should always be at the venue ready to compete 30 minutes before you are scheduled. Sometimes we run ahead and if you are not available for your group you most likely will not be permitted to join a later group. Please note the schedule is subject to change on the day.

Q. I have never been to a competition before, is this a good competition for me?
YES! All of our competitions cater for newcomers. There is a new competitor tutorial and plenty of friendly delegates to help you understand what you need to do. Watch these tutorial videos to understand what a competition looks like and what is expected of you.

Q. How old do I have to be to compete?
Anyone can compete at any age! We encourage anyone considering to compete to register as it will be a great experience regardless of age.

Q. Do children need to have adult supervision?
YES. Adult supervision of children is required at ALL times. The WCA Delegates and Organisers are very busy running the competition and cannot be responsible for supervising children.

Q. How fast do I have to be to compete?
To compete you only need to know how to solve the cube! Please check the events tab for information in time limits for each event.

Q. How can I prepare before the competition day?
Before attending you should have read and understood the WCA regulations and watched our tutorial videos.

Q. What do I need to bring?
You need to bring a puzzle for each event you are signed up to compete in - make sure they are allowed per the WCA regulations. We also recommend you bring a water bottle. Many competitors also bring a 'warm up cube' to use between submitting their puzzle for scrambling and starting their official solve. All timing equipment is provided by Speedcubing Australia.

Q. How do I find out if I've progressed to the second round?
Times will be uploaded through the day onto WCA Live. Please allow up to an hour from finishing your solves to them being uploaded. After all the times of a round has been entered, you can see if you are in the following round.

Q. Who can I ask for help on the day?
There will be several WCA Delegates wearing red polo shirts, feel free to ask them any questions you may have on the day.

Q. Can I help on the day?
Of course! Throughout the day we will need judges and runners so please see our Delegates to ask how you can best assist. If you would like to learn how to judge - here is a helpful video.

Q. How do I find out about other upcoming competitions in Australia?
You can find out about upcoming competitions in Australia by signing up to the Speedcubing Australia mailing list.

Q: How do I get a WCA ID?
After official results are posted after the competition, you will receive an email with information on your WCA ID.

Q: I lost a puzzle at the competition, what should I do?
There are hundreds of puzzles at these events, make sure to keep yours together so you don't lose them! Keeping them in a bag and looking after it at all times is recommended. If you do lose a puzzle (or anything else), please speak to us at the event or contact the organisational team, it is possible someone has handed it in to us.

Q. Where can I ask other questions?
The organisational team can answer all your questions.

Venue

By car

The competition venue is located at 349 Barkers Rd, Kew VIC 3101. There is plenty of parking close to the venue which can be accessed via Daniell Pl off Bakers Road on the east-side of the school.

By Train

The closest train station is Auburn, 1km from the venue. Auburn is on the Alamein and Belgrave lines.

By Tram

The closest tram stop is on Barkers Road/Glenferrie Road, 1.1km from the venue, on tram line 16.

By Bus

The closest bus stop is on Thomas Street/Sackville Street, 350m from the venue, on bus route 624.

Live Results

Live results will be provided via WCALive. It may take up to an hour between times being set and them appearing online.

Speedcubing Australia Apparel

Speedcubing Australia sells hoodies, t-shirts and caps - printed on demand and sent to your door

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Thanks to Spark Education and Spark Cubing for sponsoring Melbourne Cube Days 2025!

Spark Education was founded with the mission of delivering children a superior, well-rounded learning experience. Through the integration of research-based curricula, interactive technology, engaging content, and expert educators, we create an environment where learning is both enjoyable and transformative. Our aim is to inspire a lifelong love of learning, empower students to achieve academic excellence, and nurture their ongoing personal growth.

Spark Cubing proudly offers Australia’s first in-person Rubik’s Cube Workshops and 1-on-1 training, open to cubers of all skill levels. Led by a world-class Rubik’s Cube champion, our exclusive programs deliver personalised, hands-on coaching designed to sharpen skills, build confidence, and ignite a passion for cubing. Spark Cubing is also launching its online 1-on-1 tutoring program, bringing the same world-class expertise and personalised guidance to cubers around the globe.

You can find an individual schedule here. Each competitor will be provided with a printed copy of their invididual group assignments at registration.

Throughout the competition we will also need judges, runners and scramblers. All competitiors will need to do some judging at the bare minimum, usually in other groups of your events, the more events you do the more your will need to help out. If you don't know how to help please come and ask, there is almost always something for you to do.

If you have any questions about the groups please contact us here.