The Australian Open and the Australian Esports League have teamed up to invite students from across Australia to rebuild and reimagine the iconic Australian Open precinct in the immersive world of Minecraft Education. This is more than just a challenge; it’s your chance to showcase innovation, master sustainable design, and win exclusive, money-can’t-buy experiences at AO 2025. Whether you’re a tennis enthusiast, a budding architect, or just love the endless possibilities of Minecraft, this is your opportunity to shine.
Build the Future of Tennis in Minecraft Education – Your Creativity, Your Court!
Introduction
Welcome to the AO All In Block Buster Tennis Challenge - For solo students and homeschooled students aged 8-18!
Whether you’re playing solo or you’re home-schooled, this competition allows you to showcase your creativity, problem-solving, and design skills. Compete for amazing prizes and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have your work featured at the Australian Open. Prizes and experiences valued at more than $25,000 are up for grabs.
Ready to build something amazing? Find out more about this challenge below.
Trademarks and affiliation
This event is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by Microsoft Corporation and Mojang AB.
Key Info
Register:
Entry is $25 +GST per entrant, with $2 from every entry being donated to the Tennis Foundation.
Click here to Register
Important Dates:
The challenge runs for five weeks from the commencement date.
Registration Due – 25th Oct
Building Commences – 28th Oct
Submissions Due – 29th Nov
Judging Complete – 22nd Dec
Winners Announced – 2nd Jan
Competition Rules:
The competition is taking place using Minecraft Education Edition, students require a license to the game.
Platform: PC, MAC, Chromebook, Android / Tablet & iPhone / iPad
Publisher: Mojang
Terms & Conditions:
Participants must be aged between 8-18 years old and be either a student at an Australian school or homeschooled. Participants are expected to work solo but may seek the support of their parents or guardians.
Challenge Theme
AO Tomorrow – Reimagining the Future of Tennis and Major Events
In this challenge, students are tasked with envisioning the Australian Open precinct as it could be in the future, focusing on environment, sustainability, technology, and community. Working in year groups, students will tackle varying levels of complexity:
- Years 4-6 will redesign a specific element inside the AO
- Years 7-9 will expand their vision to a broader area of the precinct
- Years 10-11 will reimagine the entire precinct in relation to the broader community
This challenge invites students to push the boundaries of creativity, sustainability, and innovation, transforming the future of tennis and community spaces.
Prizes
AO All In Block Buster Tennis Challenge features prizes and experiences valued at over $25,000.
For the National Winning Team (up to 1 entrant and 1 parent):
| 1st place certificate & medal |
| Custom made Trophy by Hench & Scrap Workshop |
| Return economy flights from the nearest capital city in Australia and two nights’ accommodation for AO25 |
| Tickets to AO25 Women’s and Men’s Finals |
| Meet the AO Trophy Experience, subject to availability |
| AO Tour at Melbourne Park, subject to availability |
| Airport and Hotel transfers in exclusive AO KIA Player Car |
| AEL Gaming Pack (including an AGON Gaming Monitor, and a Gaming Headset) |
Runner Ups:
| National 2nd Place: | 2nd place certificate & medal, an AGON by AOC Gaming Monitor, Voucher to Fortress Australia’s venues valued at $30 and a Family Pass to any Oz Comic-Con valued at $160. |
| National 3rd Place: | 3rd place certificates & medals, a Gaming Headset and a Family Pass to any Oz Comic-Con valued at $160. |
all prizes are per group (Ages 8-12, Ages 13-15, Ages 16-18)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Minecraft Education?
Minecraft Education is a game-based platform that inspires creative, inclusive learning through play. Built in the traditional blocky world of Minecraft, the education platform is a walled environment that unlocks new ways to tackle any subject or challenge. Teachers and Students can dive into subjects like reading, math, history, and coding with lessons and standardized curriculum designed for all types of learners. Our project will emphasise creativity with a focus on sustainable design, encouraging students to integrate eco-friendly features such as renewable energy sources, green roofs, and water conservation systems.
Who can participate?
Individual students at an Australian school or homeschooled aged between 8-18 years old.
How long is the event?
The challenge will run for six weeks, starting on 28th October 2024.
What are the submission guidelines?
Participants must submit their Minecraft world file along with a brief presentation explaining their design choices and innovative features.
What are the prizes?
Winners will receive exclusive prizes and trophies and their winning submissions will be showcased on the AO website and social channels. The national champions will be flown to Melbourne for an unforgettable AO experience. The grand prize includes a money-can’t-buy Rod Laver Arena court walk and behind-the-scenes tour, a player meet and greet, and a photoshoot with the AO trophies.
How much does it cost to enter?
Entry is $25 +GST per Student.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledges the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation as Traditional Owners of the land on which Melbourne & Olympic Park is located and recognise their ongoing connection to this land, and rich culture. We pay respects to their Elders past, present and future.