Goulburn to Host 2026 National Table Tennis Championships and TTA Tour

Table Tennis Australia (TTA) has announced a partnership with Goulburn Mulwaree Council, securing the city as the host for two major national events in 2026.

The Veolia Arena will serve as the venue for both the Table Tennis Australia Tour New South Wales and the flagship TTA National Championships, positioning Goulburn as a central hub for high-performance table tennis this year.

The agreement is important for TTA’s national event strategy, utilising Goulburn’s regional infrastructure to deliver large-scale competitions while driving sports tourism and economic activity into regional New South Wales.

Noting that the arena provides an “outstanding setting” for an event of this magnitude, Table Tennis Australia CEO, Nicole Adamson, said: “Bringing not just one, but two major national events to Goulburn is a fantastic outcome for our sport.” 

Highlighting the broader benefits for the region, and noting that the events will energise the local community and showcase Goulburn’s facilities to a nationwide audience, Mayor, Cr Nina Dillon, said: “These events will bring visitors to our city, energise our community and showcase our excellent facilities at Veolia Arena.” 

The influx of athletes and supporters is expected to deliver significant “visitor night” revenue for local hospitality and accommodation providers.

Key Event Dates and Structure

Goulburn will host two distinct tiers of competition, catering to both tour-level point scoring and the crowning of national titles:

• 2026 Table Tennis Australia Tour New South Wales: Scheduled for 30–31 May, this serves as the third stop of the four-event national tour series.
• 2026 Table Tennis Australia National Senior, Youth & Para Championships: Taking place from 6–11 July, this flagship event will feature U19, U21, Open, and Para categories.

The National Championships represent the cornerstone of the Australian table tennis calendar, bringing together the country’s elite athletes, coaches, and officials for a week of high-intensity competition.

Veolia Arena: A High-Performance Hub

The selection of Veolia Arena was driven by its capacity to meet the technical requirements of elite table tennis. The multi-purpose venue offers the precise playing conditions, lighting, and spectator layout required for a national broadcast-quality environment.

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