Welcome to the DAV Website
The DAV is a non-profit association which exists to promote debate. It
is the peak debating body in Victoria and runs large competitions for
adults and for schools across Victoria. It provides training and
resources for debaters, teachers and adjudicators.
Latest DAV News 
DAV Finals results -
October 20th
The DAV Grand Finals were held on Wednesday 19th October at Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School. The results are as follows:
A Grade
"That the media should not broadcast messages or graphic footage from terrorists"
Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School defeated Wesley College in a split decision (4-1).
B Grade
"That Victoria should never seek to prohibit any hate speech that does not incite violence"
Camberwell Grammar School defeated Melbourne High School in a split decision (2-1)
C Grade
"That we should institute a 100% tax on inheritance"
Mt Eliza Secondary College defeated St Kevin's College in a unanimous decision
D Grade
"That we should abolish all ‘sin taxes’"
Melbourne High School defeated St Kevin's College in a unanimous decision
The DAV would like to thank all the students who participated in this year's competition and congratulate the finalists. more...
Schools Competition Grand Final -
October 13th
The Schools Competition Grand Final will be held at Lowther Hall Anglican Grammar School in Essendon from 6pm on Wednesday, October 18th.
more...Junior British Parliamentary Competition - October 30th -
September 26th
The Junior Division (Years 7-9) of the Schools British Parliamentary Competition will be held at Wesley College Prahran on Sunday, October 30th.
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