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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


Australia v New Zealand: Teams announced for Oceania Championships
Teams have been announced for the upcoming Oceania Rhythmic and Artistic Gymnastics Championships, with Australia and New Zealand set to go head-to-head across the disciplines. The Oceania Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships will take place from 30 April to 2 May in Tshwane, South Africa, before attention turns to the Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships on 9 May in Brisbane. Across both events, the stakes are clear. The winning nation will secure a team place at this year
Apr 242 min read


Tickets now on sale for 2026 Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships
Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships, set to take place in Brisbane on Saturday 9 May 2026. The event will bring together the region’s leading Junior and Senior artistic gymnasts, with Australia and New Zealand headlining what promises to be an exciting day of international competition. Held at the Sleeman Sports Complex, the Championships form an important part of the pathway towards the 2026 World Championships and beyond. Fans can
Apr 201 min read


Gymnastics set to launch in Vanuatu
The Oceania Gymnastics Union (OGU) will visit Port Vila from 22–26 April to support the establishment of a national gymnastics’ federation in Vanuatu, marking an important step in bringing the sport to the country. Working in partnership with Vanuatu Association of Sports and National Olympic Committee and local stakeholders, the visit will focus on creating opportunities for people in Vanuatu to get involved in gymnastics and experience the benefits of the sport within their
Apr 172 min read


Young gymnasts invited to design an Oceania inspired leotard
In the lead up to the upcoming Oceania Artistic Gymnastics Championships, the Oceania Gymnastics Union has launched a Design a Leotard Competition for gymnasts aged 5 to 14 from across the Oceania region with thanks to Sylvia P Teamwear. Young gymnasts are invited to design an Oceania inspired leotard that reflects what the region means to them. Designs might draw on culture, connection to land and ocean, strength, movement or pride in representing their nation within Oceania
Mar 202 min read
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