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Week of learning leaves lasting impact in Samoa
Young people across Samoa have taken their first steps into the world of parkour and gymnastics following a week-long development visit led by Australian National Parkour Coach Caedyn Hardy. Delivered by Oceania Gymnastics Union and Gymnastics Samoa, the visit combined school programs, community activities and coach education, helping to build local coaching capability while inspiring the next generation of participants to discover the joy of movement. Throughout the week, Ca
Jun 292 min read


Development visit to Tonga a great success
Recently, OGU Development Officer Emilene supported the Tonga Gymnastics Federation Incorporated as part of OGU’s regional development projects, working alongside the ACTS Community School to observe how gymnastics is delivered within its kindergarten program and to lead daily 45-minute gymnastics classes. The children loved every session and greeted Emilene with huge smiles each morning. Teachers created engaging and creative setups each day, ensuring students were excited,
Jun 192 min read


Australia claims all four team titles at 2026 Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships
Australia has claimed all four team titles at the 2026 Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Brisbane, delivering a strong performance across both Women’s and Men’s Artistic Gymnastics competition. In the Women’s Artistic Gymnastics competition, Australia secured the Senior Team title with a score of 156.497 ahead of New Zealand on 138.229. Australia also topped the Junior Team standings with 147.463, finishing ahead of New Zealand’s 123.862. Dual Olympian Emily Whiteh
May 91 min read


What to Look Out for at the 2026 Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships
The 2026 Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships are set to take over Brisbane this weekend, with Australia and New Zealand going head-to-head in one of the most important events on the Oceania calendar. Held at the Sleeman Sports Complex, the Championships will feature both Junior and Senior competition across Men’s and Women’s Artistic Gymnastics, with athletes competing not only for Oceania titles, but for valuable international qualification opportunities. World Champio
May 82 min read


OGU President receives Life Member status
Oceania Gymnastics Union (OGU) congratulates its President, Kitty Chiller AM OLY, on her admission as a Life Member of the Australian Olympic Committee in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the Olympic Movement and sport. A significant honour for sport in Australia. Across her time with OGU, spanning two terms as President (2018–2023 and from 2025-Present), Kitty has strengthened connection and a sense of belonging across Oceania’s gymnastics community. Her leader
May 42 min read


Australia secures World Championships qualification at Oceania Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships
Australia has secured qualification to the World Championships following a strong performance in the group competition at the Oceania Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships in Tshwane, South Africa. The Australian senior group of Isabella Wang, Aggie Fan, Joselyn Cheung, Victoria Wei and Alina Yu delivered across both routines to finish first overall with a total score of 40.100, confirming the Oceania qualification spot. In the senior individual all around, Australia’s Alicia Tan
May 21 min read


Alicia Tan leads early results at Oceania Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships
The Oceania Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships are underway in Tshwane, South Africa, with strong early performances across the senior individual and group competitions. Day 1 saw Australia’s Alicia Tan led the field in Senior Hoop with a score of 25.800, finishing ahead of New Zealand’s Havana Hopman on 25.050. Australia’s Sofia Hemmings placed third with 24.550. Tan continued her form in the ball, again taking top position with 24.850, Hemmings followed closely in second on
May 11 min read


The stage is set for Oceania Rhythmic Championships
The road to the World Championships begins this week, with Oceania’s rhythmic gymnasts set to compete at the Oceania Rhythmic Championships in South Africa from 30 April to 2 May, alongside the African Championships. With World Championships qualification on the line, the stakes are clear. The top-performing nation will secure an individual place. Australia will field both group and individual athletes as they look to secure one of those positions. The senior group of Isabell
Apr 302 min read


Gymnastics launches in Vanuatu with formation of national federation
Gymnastics has officially taken a major step forward in Vanuatu, with Vanuatu Gymnastics formally established on 23 April 2026, marking an important milestone for the sport across the Oceania region. With the support of the Oceania Gymnastics Union (OGU), the new federation brings together a committed group of local leaders to guide the sport’s development in the country. Marcellina San Jose has been appointed President, supported by Vice President Lydie Petersen-Visser, Trea
Apr 292 min read
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