David Musgrave (previously WA Line Rescue Coordinator) has shared a demonstration video of his Rescue Line (Primary and Secondary) Lego Spike Prime robot in action on a 300mm Tile course with a raised rescue zone.He also shares hints on how to detect silver and accurately detect colours regardless of lighting conditions or shade of the...Read More

RCJQ Inaugural Annual Sumo CompetitionAbout the CompetitionRobot-sumo is an exciting robotics competition inspired by traditional sumo wrestling. In this event, two robots engage in a head-to-head battle aiming to push each other out of a circular arena. It’s a test of strength, strategy, and engineering skills—no weapons, just pushing power!All robots participating in the RCJQ...Read More

To help with your ideation and provide some inspiration when working on your 2025 Spike Prime entries, we have put together a couple of showcase Padlets from our record breaking 2024 Spike Prime Challenge.2024 Spike Prime Showcase – National Awardees2024 Spike Prime Showcase – VictoriaA bit thanks to Luke Milgate from Patterson Lakes Primary School...Read More

With the release of the 2025 Rescue Maze Rules, the Open Maze victim design for Unharmed and Harmed victims has been updated. To closer align with the International Maze rules we are removing the heating component from the victims and increasing the use of letters.NOTE: Removing the need for heated victims also saves on the...Read More

RoboCup Junior Australia is Back for 2025! 🚀We’re excited to kick off another year of robotics innovation, learning, and competition! As teams across the country start their robot development and preparations, we’re thrilled to announce the 2025 rules—including two major updates:What’s New in 2025?✅ Intermediate Maze League: Building on the success of Mighty Mazy Maze,...Read More

Hello to all soccer competitors! We have recently been informed of new Lego-compatible infrared sensors that can be used in conjunction with the RoboCup Junior soccer ball. These sensors are either already available in the market or are coming soon:Spike Prime IR Sensor Ring by Advanced Bot Works:  https://advancedbotworks.com/products/Spike-Prime-IR-Sensor-Ring-p630192260 QikEasy IR Seeker: https://www.qikeasy.com/facebook-ad-funnel/landing-page/Please note that...Read More

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A beginner’s guide to getting started with the RoboCup Junior Rescue Line competitionThis presentation will take you through all the basics of getting set up for Riley Rover Rescue Line. It makes no assumptions about your level of expertise, so you can move through it as you please. Thanks to David Ebert and Michael Russo...Read More