International Geography Olympiad

International Geography Olympiad

The team at Yehliu

A member of the Sacred Heart school choir

Emily (centre) at the Opening Ceremony

Sophie winning the Mexican's jalapeno eating contest

Sam (l) and Baris at the Palace Museum restaurant

Sophie (l) and Emily making paper at Puli

Sam and Jeff (student volunteer) at Tanshui night market

Lex Chalmers (NZ), Chair of IGU Commission on Geographical Education, & Kath Berg (Aust), Secretary of IGU Olympiad Task Force, checking marking

Australia's medal winners - Baris (l), Sam, Emily

Emily on Taiwan's east coast

Sophie turns 18 in Hengshun

Great news! Australia came second in the team scores in the International Geography Olympiad held in Taipei, Taiwan, from 29 July to 4 August 2010. The Australian team is supported by the Australian Government through the Quality Outcomes Program, administered by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.

The team was chosen from students who participated in the senior level of the National Geographic Channel Australian Geography Competition via Geography's Big Week Out:

Samuel Buttenshaw, All Saints College St Mary's, Maitland, NSW
Baris Dilaver, John Paul College, Kalgoorlie, WA
Sophie Miller, Tasmanian Academy Hellyer Campus, Burnie, Tas
Emily Thoday-Kennedy, Modbury High School, Adelaide, SA

Sam won Australia's first ever gold medal. Baris just missed out on a gold, winning a silver medal, as did Emily.

Twenty-seven countries took part – Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Taiwan, Tunisia, United Kingdom.

The Singapore team came first with the highest combined score, winning two gold and two silver medals. This was a great achievement as it was the first time Singapore had been to a Geography Olympiad. Other teams new this year were Croatia, Denmark and Hong Kong. In the team scores, Poland came third, Lithuania fourth and Estonia fifth.

The venue for the Olympiad was the Sacred Heart High School for Girls, a large well-equipped boarding school located beside the Tanshui River at Pali, on the outskirts of Taipei. The staff were incredibly supportive. Many had given up a week of their holidays to help us – administration staff, IT staff, school nurse, etc – as had some students.

Lights, camera, geography! After much anticipation and excitement, the Opening Ceremony to the 2010 iGeo started at 6.30 pm Thursday 29 July. The opening speech was made by the president of the Geographical Society of China located in Taipei, which was done in Chinese, so it was slightly strange when all the Chinese speakers reacted and the rest of us had to wait for the translation to understand the reactions. After a few more speeches the teams were introduced with much patriotism and cheering from the masses. The best part of the night was a performance by the acclaimed Sacred Heart School Choir. Dressed in the costume of a local indigenous tribe they sang two traditional songs. The choir then taught the participants the Chinese version of "It's a small world", and a participation dance that resulted in an interesting version of organised chaos. A fitting start to the Olympiad, everyone holding hands with strangers, soon to be friends. Emily

The next morning it was straight into the first test, called the Written Response Test. The questions are based on sets of stimulus material. Answers are maximum paragraph length as all students have to answer in English. (This is to ensure transparency of marking. Non-native English speakers get various concessions.)

Well, tests are tests, never the best part of the day, but always bring results. The first test, the Written Response Test was tough, as it should be, with questions on topics such as, floods, natural hazards and demographics, with a few random questions, such as India's agricultural practices. The last test, the Multimedia Test, was also tough, with most questions using not only general knowledge but also our skills at collecting data and relevant information from sources given and analysing it to fit into one of the plausible answers given. Of course some questions were plain strange while others were simply general knowledge. The best of the three tests was the Fieldwork Test, which was done in two parts. The first part of the fieldwork day, Saturday, saw all participants collecting primary data on the vegetation and infrastructure around Guandu Wetland. This was then converted into a field-map using only observation and analysis skills. The second part involved using our analytical and geographical skills to answer questions about development issues in wetlands and in the Guandu Wetlands in particular. Emily

The Australian students did particularly well in the Fieldwork Test, so it is not surprising that Emily liked it the most. On the Friday evening the first of the cultural functions was held.

Cultural functions were held over two nights of the iGeo featuring performances from each of the 27 participating countries. There was everything from a humourous yet clever performance of the "Princess and the Pea" from the Danes, to traditional dances and songs. These were quizzes and games – which of course brings us to the Australian performance. Our team held the first International Thong Throwing Competition, which proved a tough event and resulted in many vegemite grimaces from the losers, and a few Tim Tam smiles from the winners. I also won the Mexican's jalapeno eating contest, getting a lovely pair of green maracas. Sophie

After the Fieldwork Test on the Saturday, the whole group (105 students, 58 leaders and various organisers) went to a special Chinese banquet at the Palace Museum, followed by a guided tour. The guided tour was in small groups and we each had headphones so that we could hear what our guide was saying. If you've been to the Forbidden City in Beijing and thought the rooms looked empty, this is why. The contents are in the Palace Museum in Taipei.

The Palace Museum was a highlight of our fieldtrips, for both its historical information about China and Taiwan and the exquisite artefacts on display. I particularly liked how galleries were themed into different artistic mediums, such as ceramics, bronze, jade and ivory exhibits. The most impressive pieces of the museum would have to be the concentric spheres of ivory which seemed impossible to create. A minutely detailed boat carved out of an olive pit was another noteworthy exhibit. Sam

On the Sunday we had an early start, with a "breakfast box" on the coach, as we travelled into central Taiwan.

Our first full day iGeo excursion started early, when we split up into 5 buses and travelled south to the Earthquake Museum of Taiwan, located at the old, earthquake-ruined Kuangfu Junior High, a victim of the 921 earthquake of 21 September 1999. This museum is both a memorial to those lost as well as a warning and learning centre for the earthquake-prone country. The most interactive demonstration display included how to brace buildings and to not build on sand, but the most stark reminder of the power of an earthquake are the crumpled school buildings. After travelling along the Puli River terraces, we reached the Puli Papermill, where they make handmade paper from local plant fibres. Here, after a tour, we each made our own sheets of paper and decorated then with traditional stencils. To ranging degrees of success, each person made a traditional paper fan, before venturing into the souvenir shop filled with delights made of handmade papers. All in all it was an adventure into the centre of Taiwan which encompassed both fun and education. Emily

On the Monday morning the students sat the last of the tests, and in the afternoon, in three parallel sessions, the teams gave presentations on a geographical issue in their country.

Part of the preparation for the iGeo was to create a poster about a geographical issue in your country. Ours was titled "Coastal Management Issues in Australia". Case studies were prepared by Sam, Baris and Emily, then the poster was compiled by me! However, it was not quite up to scratch and Croatia took out the prize for the best poster. Each country also had to present their poster. Sophie

That night the teams went to the Tanshui night market for dinner. During the Olympiad, each team had two Sacred Heart students to help them. So getting the ferry to Tanshiu, helping order food from stalls, or going into central Taipei in any spare time, all were facilitated by our student volunteers.

Tuesday was free of tests so that all the marking could be finalised and the data entry checked. The teams visited Yehliu GeoPark on the northern coastline and Taipei 101.

Imagine walking for two hours in the most amazing coastal erosion scenery, then add 42°C heat and 70% humidity and you get our day at the Yehliu GeoPark. There was so much to see and so many types of erosion in one small place that it boggled the mind. There were candle rocks, mushroom rocks and even red bean-curd rocks. Yet the weather stopped many from climbing to the top of the hill, including me I'm afraid. Taipei Tower 101, what can I say. It is big, tall and home to the biggest collection of boutique and brand name shops imaginable. We had a lovely clear view of the surrounding city and mountains, able to see all the sights. Yet despite the view the best part was the post office located at the 89th floor where lots of students sent post cards to either "family, friends or lovers", with the special post mark. Emily

The Australian students very much appreciated the opportunity to explore another country, and one with a culture different from their own.

Taiwan itself exceeded my expectations by far, both its physical beauty and its people. It was interesting to see that even in regional cities agricultural land uses such as rice paddy fields could be found alongside or within commercial and residential areas. Taipei and its surrounds were surprisingly clean and not as chaotic as I expected it to be, especially in terms of traffic. The Taiwanese people were constantly cheerful, courteous and helpful, and the volunteer Taiwanese students assigned to each country exemplified this. It was evident that most residents disliked their at times stifling climate and were often nocturnal in their activities, making for a busy nightlife. Night markets seemed the most popular attraction. I found it surprising (coming from Australia) how insignificant sport seems to be in Taiwan. The Taiwanese food was quite an experience, and definitely an acquired taste. Sam

The official part of the Olympiad finished with a Closing Ceremony and lunch.

The closing ceremony was a more formal event, but that didn't stop the fun. A video of the iGeo was shown which brought many laughs to the crowd. The ceremony was a little saddening as it was the first real indicator that we would be parting with many of our new friends. The awards section of the closing ceremony pulled everyone to the edge of their seats. Three Australians received medals – Sam got gold (5th place), Baris the first silver (10th) and Emily also a silver (14th). This put Australia 2nd in the overall ladder, after the boys from Singapore. Sophie

Following the Olympiad many teams, including Australia (minus Sam who felt he couldn't afford any more time away from school), went on a tour around Taiwan.

The Olympiad was over, we said our goodbyes, sadly, to the people who weren't coming on the trip. Waking up early the next day we packed the buses in searing heat and set off on our relaxing holiday. The beautiful mountains of Taiwan with sheer drops and lushly covered peaks were breathtaking. We travelled through the stunning gorges and amazing rainforests of Taroko National Park, stopping to take pictures. Our guide, who was very cheeky, pointed out many major landmarks for us. The first night we were all spoilt when we arrived in a luxury hotel Silks Place in the heart of the national park.

The second day we hiked a trail in the park. The scenery was worth the effort. As we descended from the mountain sanctuaries the sea came into view, contrasting with the mountains in spectacular fashion. Next was the Jade and Marble City, Hualien City, where we visited a rock museum and a marble workshop. We thankfully decided to skip the fish museum and went to our hotel. Although less flash than the previous night, it was closer to the beach, which we visited with the Dutch team and also the famous night markets. The Australian and Dutch teams became quite close because some of us shared rooms. We got accustomed to Dutch humour which we still couldn't understand. Plus we realised why the Dutch were so tall – to keep their heads above sea level.

Day 3 was quite eventful as we drove along the coastline visiting the rough Pacific coast. We were warned to watch our step on the craggy coastline. Our hotel at Kenting was also a popular resort.

Day 4, we toured around the large unspoilt Kenting National Park in the morning and travelled for our last night to the city of Kaohsiung. Some went to the night markets for dinner, but as it was quite late the Australian and Dutch teams had a spontaneous craving for Subway which was quickly satisfied.

Day 5 and we knew it was the last day together. We walked uphill to see a mud volcano hoping to see something fascinating inside. The 60 minute journey in searing heat burnt off enough calories for the month. But through that gruelling journey more bonds were made and reinforced. Sadly the Australian team was first to depart, stopping at the airport hotel while the rest continued to Taipei. Waving goodbye to our friends was upsetting, but we were glad to be coming home. Baris

We'll leave it to Emily to sum up the whole experience.

Amazing, unique, immersing and challenging are only a few of the myriad of ways to describe the experience that was the 2010 International Geography Olympiad in Taipei, Taiwan. It was not until I arrived that I realised just how lucky I was to experience all the Olympiad has to offer. Not only was experiencing the unique culture of Taiwan, through the night-markets and excursions, fantastic, but so was meeting new people from all over the world and seeing their impressions of their countries during the cultural functions. It was brilliant to see lots of people my own age with a common interest, united with a wish to learn and succeed to the fullest. The organisation and the tests were wonderful, with the fieldwork the most enjoyable. Yet it was all the people involved from teachers to students to the wonderful volunteers that made the 2010 iGeo the most wondrous experience ever. Emily

The full International Geography Olympiads will be changing to annual in 2012. In 2011 the last of the Regional Olympiads will be held, including the Asia Pacific Regional Geography Olympiad in Mexico, 4-9 July. Australia's team will be picked from students who competed in the senior level of the 2010 Australian competition.

To give your students a chance to experience the 2012 International Geography Olympiad in Köln, Germany, enter your Year 10s and 11s in the 2011 Australian competition.

Younger students have the chance to represent Australia at the National Geographic World Championships. The next one is in San Francisco, 23-28 July 2011.

The 2006 International Geography Olympiad was held in Brisbane, and was hosted by the Australian competition organisers. Complete information, including photos, is on our 2006 Olympiad website.

Last updated 21 December 2010. For more information email admin@rgsq.org.au
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International Geography Olympiad
The team at Yehliu A member of the Sacred Heart school choir Emily (centre) at the Opening Ceremony Sophie winning the Mexican's jalapeno eating contest Sam (l) and Baris at the Palace Museum restaurant Sophie (l) and Emily making paper at Puli Sam and Jeff (student volunteer) at Tanshui night market Lex Chalmers (NZ), Chair of IGU Commission on Geographical Education, & Kath Berg (Aust), Secretary of IGU Olympiad Task Force, checking marking Australia's medal winners - Baris (l), Sam, Emily Emily on Taiwan's east coast Sophie turns 18 in Hengshun	Great news! Australia came second in the team scores in the International Geography Olympiad held in Taipei, Taiwan, from 29 July to 4 August 2010. The Australian team is supported by the Australian Government through the Quality Outcomes Program, administered by the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations. The team was chosen from students who participated in the senior level of the National Geographic Channel Australian Geography Competition via Geography's Big Week Out: Samuel Buttenshaw, All Saints College St Mary's, Maitland, NSW Baris Dilaver, John Paul College, Kalgoorlie, WA Sophie Miller, Tasmanian Academy Hellyer Campus, Burnie, Tas Emily Thoday-Kennedy, Modbury High School, Adelaide, SA Sam won Australia's first ever gold medal. Baris just missed out on a gold, winning a silver medal, as did Emily. Twenty-seven countries took part – Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Japan, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Romania, Russia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Taiwan, Tunisia, United Kingdom. The Singapore team came first with the highest combined score, winning two gold and two silver medals. This was a great achievement as it was the first time Singapore had been to a Geography Olympiad. Other teams new this year were Croatia, Denmark and Hong Kong. In the team scores, Poland came third, Lithuania fourth and Estonia fifth. The venue for the Olympiad was the Sacred Heart High School for Girls, a large well-equipped boarding school located beside the Tanshui River at Pali, on the outskirts of Taipei. The staff were incredibly supportive. Many had given up a week of their holidays to help us – administration staff, IT staff, school nurse, etc – as had some students. Lights, camera, geography! After much anticipation and excitement, the Opening Ceremony to the 2010 iGeo started at 6.30 pm Thursday 29 July. The opening speech was made by the president of the Geographical Society of China located in Taipei, which was done in Chinese, so it was slightly strange when all the Chinese speakers reacted and the rest of us had to wait for the translation to understand the reactions. After a few more speeches the teams were introduced with much patriotism and cheering from the masses. The best part of the night was a performance by the acclaimed Sacred Heart School Choir. Dressed in the costume of a local indigenous tribe they sang two traditional songs. The choir then taught the participants the Chinese version of "It's a small world", and a participation dance that resulted in an interesting version of organised chaos. A fitting start to the Olympiad, everyone holding hands with strangers, soon to be friends. Emily The next morning it was straight into the first test, called the Written Response Test. The questions are based on sets of stimulus material. Answers are maximum paragraph length as all students have to answer in English. (This is to ensure transparency of marking. Non-native English speakers get various concessions.) Well, tests are tests, never the best part of the day, but always bring results. The first test, the Written Response Test was tough, as it should be, with questions on topics such as, floods, natural hazards and demographics, with a few random questions, such as India's agricultural practices. The last test, the Multimedia Test, was also tough, with most questions using not only general knowledge but also our skills at collecting data and relevant information from sources given and analysing it to fit into one of the plausible answers given. Of course some questions were plain strange while others were simply general knowledge. The best of the three tests was the Fieldwork Test, which was done in two parts. The first part of the fieldwork day, Saturday, saw all participants collecting primary data on the vegetation and infrastructure around Guandu Wetland. This was then converted into a field-map using only observation and analysis skills. The second part involved using our analytical and geographical skills to answer questions about development issues in wetlands and in the Guandu Wetlands in particular. Emily The Australian students did particularly well in the Fieldwork Test, so it is not surprising that Emily liked it the most. On the Friday evening the first of the cultural functions was held. Cultural functions were held over two nights of the iGeo featuring performances from each of the 27 participating countries. There was everything from a humourous yet clever performance of the "Princess and the Pea" from the Danes, to traditional dances and songs. These were quizzes and games – which of course brings us to the Australian performance. Our team held the first International Thong Throwing Competition, which proved a tough event and resulted in many vegemite grimaces from the losers, and a few Tim Tam smiles from the winners. I also won the Mexican's jalapeno eating contest, getting a lovely pair of green maracas. Sophie After the Fieldwork Test on the Saturday, the whole group (105 students, 58 leaders and various organisers) went to a special Chinese banquet at the Palace Museum, followed by a guided tour. The guided tour was in small groups and we each had headphones so that we could hear what our guide was saying. If you've been to the Forbidden City in Beijing and thought the rooms looked empty, this is why. The contents are in the Palace Museum in Taipei. The Palace Museum was a highlight of our fieldtrips, for both its historical information about China and Taiwan and the exquisite artefacts on display. I particularly liked how galleries were themed into different artistic mediums, such as ceramics, bronze, jade and ivory exhibits. The most impressive pieces of the museum would have to be the concentric spheres of ivory which seemed impossible to create. A minutely detailed boat carved out of an olive pit was another noteworthy exhibit. Sam On the Sunday we had an early start, with a "breakfast box" on the coach, as we travelled into central Taiwan. Our first full day iGeo excursion started early, when we split up into 5 buses and travelled south to the Earthquake Museum of Taiwan, located at the old, earthquake-ruined Kuangfu Junior High, a victim of the 921 earthquake of 21 September 1999. This museum is both a memorial to those lost as well as a warning and learning centre for the earthquake-prone country. The most interactive demonstration display included how to brace buildings and to not build on sand, but the most stark reminder of the power of an earthquake are the crumpled school buildings. After travelling along the Puli River terraces, we reached the Puli Papermill, where they make handmade paper from local plant fibres. Here, after a tour, we each made our own sheets of paper and decorated then with traditional stencils. To ranging degrees of success, each person made a traditional paper fan, before venturing into the souvenir shop filled with delights made of handmade papers. All in all it was an adventure into the centre of Taiwan which encompassed both fun and education. Emily On the Monday morning the students sat the last of the tests, and in the afternoon, in three parallel sessions, the teams gave presentations on a geographical issue in their country. Part of the preparation for the iGeo was to create a poster about a geographical issue in your country. Ours was titled "Coastal Management Issues in Australia". Case studies were prepared by Sam, Baris and Emily, then the poster was compiled by me! However, it was not quite up to scratch and Croatia took out the prize for the best poster. Each country also had to present their poster. Sophie That night the teams went to the Tanshui night market for dinner. During the Olympiad, each team had two Sacred Heart students to help them. So getting the ferry to Tanshiu, helping order food from stalls, or going into central Taipei in any spare time, all were facilitated by our student volunteers. Tuesday was free of tests so that all the marking could be finalised and the data entry checked. The teams visited Yehliu GeoPark on the northern coastline and Taipei 101. Imagine walking for two hours in the most amazing coastal erosion scenery, then add 42°C heat and 70% humidity and you get our day at the Yehliu GeoPark. There was so much to see and so many types of erosion in one small place that it boggled the mind. There were candle rocks, mushroom rocks and even red bean-curd rocks. Yet the weather stopped many from climbing to the top of the hill, including me I'm afraid. Taipei Tower 101, what can I say. It is big, tall and home to the biggest collection of boutique and brand name shops imaginable. We had a lovely clear view of the surrounding city and mountains, able to see all the sights. Yet despite the view the best part was the post office located at the 89th floor where lots of students sent post cards to either "family, friends or lovers", with the special post mark. Emily The Australian students very much appreciated the opportunity to explore another country, and one with a culture different from their own. Taiwan itself exceeded my expectations by far, both its physical beauty and its people. It was interesting to see that even in regional cities agricultural land uses such as rice paddy fields could be found alongside or within commercial and residential areas. Taipei and its surrounds were surprisingly clean and not as chaotic as I expected it to be, especially in terms of traffic. The Taiwanese people were constantly cheerful, courteous and helpful, and the volunteer Taiwanese students assigned to each country exemplified this. It was evident that most residents disliked their at times stifling climate and were often nocturnal in their activities, making for a busy nightlife. Night markets seemed the most popular attraction. I found it surprising (coming from Australia) how insignificant sport seems to be in Taiwan. The Taiwanese food was quite an experience, and definitely an acquired taste. Sam The official part of the Olympiad finished with a Closing Ceremony and lunch. The closing ceremony was a more formal event, but that didn't stop the fun. A video of the iGeo was shown which brought many laughs to the crowd. The ceremony was a little saddening as it was the first real indicator that we would be parting with many of our new friends. The awards section of the closing ceremony pulled everyone to the edge of their seats. Three Australians received medals – Sam got gold (5th place), Baris the first silver (10th) and Emily also a silver (14th). This put Australia 2nd in the overall ladder, after the boys from Singapore. Sophie Following the Olympiad many teams, including Australia (minus Sam who felt he couldn't afford any more time away from school), went on a tour around Taiwan. The Olympiad was over, we said our goodbyes, sadly, to the people who weren't coming on the trip. Waking up early the next day we packed the buses in searing heat and set off on our relaxing holiday. The beautiful mountains of Taiwan with sheer drops and lushly covered peaks were breathtaking. We travelled through the stunning gorges and amazing rainforests of Taroko National Park, stopping to take pictures. Our guide, who was very cheeky, pointed out many major landmarks for us. The first night we were all spoilt when we arrived in a luxury hotel Silks Place in the heart of the national park. The second day we hiked a trail in the park. The scenery was worth the effort. As we descended from the mountain sanctuaries the sea came into view, contrasting with the mountains in spectacular fashion. Next was the Jade and Marble City, Hualien City, where we visited a rock museum and a marble workshop. We thankfully decided to skip the fish museum and went to our hotel. Although less flash than the previous night, it was closer to the beach, which we visited with the Dutch team and also the famous night markets. The Australian and Dutch teams became quite close because some of us shared rooms. We got accustomed to Dutch humour which we still couldn't understand. Plus we realised why the Dutch were so tall – to keep their heads above sea level. Day 3 was quite eventful as we drove along the coastline visiting the rough Pacific coast. We were warned to watch our step on the craggy coastline. Our hotel at Kenting was also a popular resort. Day 4, we toured around the large unspoilt Kenting National Park in the morning and travelled for our last night to the city of Kaohsiung. Some went to the night markets for dinner, but as it was quite late the Australian and Dutch teams had a spontaneous craving for Subway which was quickly satisfied. Day 5 and we knew it was the last day together. We walked uphill to see a mud volcano hoping to see something fascinating inside. The 60 minute journey in searing heat burnt off enough calories for the month. But through that gruelling journey more bonds were made and reinforced. Sadly the Australian team was first to depart, stopping at the airport hotel while the rest continued to Taipei. Waving goodbye to our friends was upsetting, but we were glad to be coming home. Baris We'll leave it to Emily to sum up the whole experience. Amazing, unique, immersing and challenging are only a few of the myriad of ways to describe the experience that was the 2010 International Geography Olympiad in Taipei, Taiwan. It was not until I arrived that I realised just how lucky I was to experience all the Olympiad has to offer. Not only was experiencing the unique culture of Taiwan, through the night-markets and excursions, fantastic, but so was meeting new people from all over the world and seeing their impressions of their countries during the cultural functions. It was brilliant to see lots of people my own age with a common interest, united with a wish to learn and succeed to the fullest. The organisation and the tests were wonderful, with the fieldwork the most enjoyable. Yet it was all the people involved from teachers to students to the wonderful volunteers that made the 2010 iGeo the most wondrous experience ever. Emily The full International Geography Olympiads will be changing to annual in 2012. In 2011 the last of the Regional Olympiads will be held, including the Asia Pacific Regional Geography Olympiad in Mexico, 4-9 July. Australia's team will be picked from students who competed in the senior level of the 2010 Australian competition. To give your students a chance to experience the 2012 International Geography Olympiad in Köln, Germany, enter your Year 10s and 11s in the 2011 Australian competition. Younger students have the chance to represent Australia at the National Geographic World Championships. The next one is in San Francisco, 23-28 July 2011. The 2006 International Geography Olympiad was held in Brisbane, and was hosted by the Australian competition organisers. Complete information, including photos, is on our 2006 Olympiad website.
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