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Thursday Daily Wrap 2019 – EBTV [Video]
Well, it was a day of wild weather in Marybrough on Thursday 21 November 2019 - but the teams that were able to make it to Maryborough battled through the wind and heat in good spirits. Thanks to everyone from the students, teachers, support staff, judges, volunteer crews, camping coordinators and medical and emergency services for pulling together to safely get through the day. Check out our Daily Wrap video.
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Extreme Weather Advice: Thursday 21 November
Important Heat/Health information has been released on our website. At this point in time (5:00pm Wednesday 20th November) we are planning for the event to continue as per the Schedule. We are aware that due to the weather forecasts and the declaration of a Total Fire Ban in Maryborough for Thursday November 21, schools may wish to change their travel arrangements. Further information is included in this News article.
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2019 School’s Information Kits Released
The 2019 Schools Information Kits are now ready for download! These act as each team's 'Event Guide': packed full of all the details you will need to know for this year’s Energy Breakthrough, including judging schedules, marshal rosters and final information.
Transurban joins the team to drive the Energy Breakthrough into the future
Great news! Australian toll road company Transurban, which owns and operates CityLink in Melbourne, has joined forces with the Energy Breakthrough to help the next generation of transport innovators.
TRYathlon Obstacle Training Sesh – Call for interest
Calling all TRYathlon teams: We have a test session for you to practice the skills needed to excel in the Obstacle Rally! This practice session is FREE, but schools MUST complete an online registration form to ensure a safe day for all.
2019 Student Workshops, presented by La Trobe University
To help teams prepare for this year's Energy Breakthrough, La Trobe University will be hosting TWO free preparation sessions on Friday 1st of Nov in Bendigo and Friday 8th of Nov in Bundoora. The sessions will also live-streamed online via our website and YouTube.
Pit Request and Camping forms now open until Oct 13
Pit and Camping requests are now open for this year's Energy Breakthrough. Team Managers: please be sure to get your requests in via the Online Registration System by Midnight on October 13 to help the team complete their allocations and schedules.
Aged 12 – 18? Share your thoughts on the impact of EB
Bendigo-based Energy Breakthrough student, Hugh, is running a survey as part of his Year 12 VCE Extended Investigation Project. To help Hugh out, he's seeking survey responses from 12 - 18 year olds who have participated in the Energy Breakthrough in the past. We here at the Energy Breakthrough LOVE helping students' learning, so if you're aged between 12 and 18 (or know some students who are!), please take the time help out Hugh.
Join our Volunteer team in 2019
It’s time once again to start rattling the trees and checking under rocks for anyone and everyone interested in joining our EB Volunteer team for the 2019 Energy Breakthrough celebration event in Maryborough. As part of our commitment to child safety, ALL volunteers MUST hold a valid Working With Children’s Check. Apply today!
Invitation to join the Country Education Partnership’s Rural Learning Summit
How do we recruit (and retain!) quality educators and education leaders in rural and remote communities? This is the question posed and the challenge set at Country Education Partnership's upcoming Rural Learning Summit in Creswick on August 30. If you have an interest in this area, we encourage you to apply to attend this free event.