Bundoora Students Access Cross Country Events and Four-Lane Track Facilities

Bundoora Park hosts the Victorian All Schools XCR Cross Country Championships each June, giving high school athletes a direct entry point into organised competition with a cost of $27.50 per athlete.

Participating in Cross Country Championships

The Victorian All Schools XCR Cross Country Championships at Bundoora Park provide the main annual pathway for high school students. Entry opens through Athletics Victoria channels and requires payment of the listed fee before the June date. The XCR'26 Round 6 event held on July 11, 2026, at the same venue served as selection trials for the Australian Cross Country Championships in the U20 and Open categories, showing how local races link to higher-level opportunities.

Using Local Training Facilities

Bundoora Secondary College maintains a four-lane 388m track and long jump pit that high school athletes use for regular track and field preparation. Access to this facility supports consistent training ahead of events at Bundoora Park without needing external venues.

Understanding Race Distances

High school cross country participants in Bundoora compete over distances that vary by age group, including 3km, 4km, 6km and 8km races. Juniors select the appropriate distance when entering events such as the Victorian All Schools XCR Cross Country Championships.

Requirements for Para Athletes

Para athletes entering Victorian school athletics events must hold a current provisional or full national classification issued by Athletics Australia. This step must be completed before registration for events at Bundoora Park or training sessions at Bundoora Secondary College.

Interested students begin by confirming eligibility for the next Victorian All Schools XCR Cross Country Championships and checking the classification process if required. Local coaches at Bundoora Secondary College can advise on track use and distance selection for upcoming rounds.