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About Nigel Preston

Nigel Preston is a self-confessed 'HPV Tragic'. After 'catching the bug' from his older brother, he helped launch the Energy Breakthrough program at Eaglehawk SC with his dad and some mates way back in 1998. Having participated in the EB for four years he finished his VCE in 2001 and volunteering to help with the event management straight away. He's been helping out ever since. Nigel has also been a part of teams that have taken line honours at the EB in 2000 & 2001 (Bendigo Senior SC); the Australian International Pedal Prix 2003, 2004 & 2009 (Bendigo Youth Racing); and the Wonthaggi Human Powered Grand Prix in 2019.

Nominate your school to share your EB journey with us this year

This year, we are seeking out four or more schools to share their Energy Breakthrough journey with us and the broader EB community. Through a series of progress reports published at the end of each term, we’ll be able to find out what the students and teachers have been up to, what’s gone well, what’s not gone so well and what they’re looking forward to in the term ahead.

By |2022-03-18T17:36:24+11:00March 21st, 2022|Event Preparation|Comments Off on Nominate your school to share your EB journey with us this year

2022 Energy Breakthrough – Entry Details, Key Changes and Program Update

Hello 2022 and hello Energy Breakthrough community! Here’s some of key updates about the EB program for 2022 across entries, pushcarts, Innovations In Technology; and Display & Presentation. We look forward to seeing you and the students progress through the year!

By |2022-03-04T11:39:52+11:00March 3rd, 2022|Generally Newsworthy|2 Comments

Survey Time

As part of our post-event evaluation process, we the Energy Breakthrough has not ONE but TWO surveys open right now to capture people's feedback, assess how the year went and help plan for the future. One survey is designed to capture general event and program feedback, whilst the second survey is designed for our volunteers.

By |2019-12-04T20:57:50+11:00December 4th, 2019|Feedback|Comments Off on Survey Time

2019 Energy Breakthrough – a test of endurance, innovation and challenging weather!

This year’s Energy Breakthrough wasn’t just a test of endurance and innovation, with the thousands of students, teachers, event organisers and volunteers being tested by the horrific weather conditions on Thursday. But from Friday we enjoyed near-perfect weather conditions and enjoyed a smooth and successful 29th edition of the Energy Breakthrough!

By |2019-11-25T13:41:58+11:00November 25th, 2019|Generally Newsworthy|2 Comments

2019 School’s Information Kits Released

The 2019 Schools Information Kits are now ready for download! These act as each team's 'Event Guide': packed full of all the details you will need to know for this year’s Energy Breakthrough, including judging schedules, marshal rosters and final information.

By |2019-11-06T17:42:43+11:00November 6th, 2019|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on 2019 School’s Information Kits Released

Transurban joins the team to drive the Energy Breakthrough into the future

Great news! Australian toll road company Transurban, which owns and operates CityLink in Melbourne, has joined forces with the Energy Breakthrough to help the next generation of transport innovators.

By |2019-10-23T21:50:23+11:00October 23rd, 2019|Generally Newsworthy|1 Comment

TRYathlon Obstacle Training Sesh – Call for interest

Calling all TRYathlon teams: We have a test session for you to practice the skills needed to excel in the Obstacle Rally! This practice session is FREE, but schools MUST complete an online registration form to ensure a safe day for all.

By |2019-10-17T21:13:58+11:00October 17th, 2019|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on TRYathlon Obstacle Training Sesh – Call for interest

2019 Student Workshops, presented by La Trobe University

To help teams prepare for this year's Energy Breakthrough, La Trobe University will be hosting TWO free preparation sessions on Friday 1st of Nov in Bendigo and Friday 8th of Nov in Bundoora. The sessions will also live-streamed online via our website and YouTube.

By |2019-10-28T14:53:38+11:00October 15th, 2019|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on 2019 Student Workshops, presented by La Trobe University

Pit Request and Camping forms now open until Oct 13

Pit and Camping requests are now open for this year's Energy Breakthrough. Team Managers: please be sure to get your requests in via the Online Registration System by Midnight on October 13 to help the team complete their allocations and schedules.

By |2019-09-13T12:29:40+10:00September 13th, 2019|Generally Newsworthy|Comments Off on Pit Request and Camping forms now open until Oct 13
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