Queensland Bridge Competition
The Queensland Bridge Competition is returning in 2026, bringing students together to test their engineering designs in real-world conditions.
Can anyone beat the current record of 86.6 kg, set in 2022?
How It Works
Teams will test their bridge designs at multiple locations across Queensland using TELG’s official testing rig.
The main testing day will be held at QUT Gardens Point in Brisbane and will be live-streamed.
Teams unable to attend can courier their bridge to TELG. Testing will be recorded and shared for viewing.
Prizes
A total prize pool of $2000 (thanks to the Queensland Government) will be shared across multiple teams.
- 1st Place: $700
- 2nd Place: $400
- 3rd Place: $300
- Local Winners: up to $75 per location (max of 8 locations)
Teams are only eligible for one prize.
Testing Locations & Dates
- The Lakes College (North Brisbane) – Tuesday 9 June
- QUT Gardens Point (Brisbane) – Monday 10 August
- St Eugene College (North Brisbane) – Wednesday 12 August
- Townsville State High School (Townsville) – Friday 14 August
- Hillcrest Christian College (Gold Coast) – Wednesday 19 August (am)
- Marsden State High School (Logan) – Wednesday 19 August (pm)
- Heights College (Rockhampton) – Wednesday 26 August
- Suncoast Christian College (Sunshine Coast) – Monday 31 August (am)
Register your school
Schools that register will receive a load hook. Once your school has confirmed its teams, please complete the team registration form and submit it by email at least 3 days before testing
Additional hooks are available ($10 each plus postage).
Teacher Webinar
TELG, the Department of Transport and Main Roads, and Engineers Australia hosted a free webinar on 13 May 2026.
The session explored bridge engineering principles and provides tips for success in the competition. You can download the presentation and watch the recording – a valuable resource for your teams!
Resources
Click below to download
What Teachers Say
“Our students thoroughly enjoyed the experience!”
— Andrew Spina (Mt Gravatt High School)
“Thank you for the opportunity. We are looking at building on the experience we have had this year.”
— Shane Burt (West Moreton Anglican College)