VEX Robotics is steadily expanding in Australia, with more and more schools and students rising to the challenge to build, program, and design robots to compete at the highest level. This year, three outstanding teams – 1940C Burnout, 75477M Frij, and 1831A King’s Team Alpha – have qualified for the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas, Texas.
All these teams share the talent, passion, and creativity that define Australia’s robotics community. Their journey to the international stage was paved by years of refining their technical skills, making stronger teams, and learning from both victories and setbacks.
Here’s an overview of the Australian teams competing at the international level.
1940C Burnout – Knox Grammar’s Next Generation of Competitors
Team 1940C Burnout from Knox Grammar School in Wahroonga, Australia is no stranger to top-tier competition. Some of its members were part of Team High-Q competing in VEX IQ Robotics Competition in 2023, which became the first Australian primary school-based team to reach the VEX Robotics World Championship Finals. That experience gave them a strong foundation as they transitioned into the more advanced VEX V5 Robotics Competition.
Now in their second year of V5RC, Burnout has focused on continuous improvement, refining their robot’s design and pushing the limits of their technical abilities. Beyond their own success, they’re committed to giving back to the wider robotics community—mentoring younger students and sharing knowledge with teams across Australia.
At the 2025 VEX Robotics World Championship, they’ll be looking to apply everything they’ve learned and make a strong impact on the global stage.
75477M Frij – South Australia’s Finest
In just three years, VEX V5 Robotics Competition Team 75477M Frij from St John’s Grammar School in the Adelaide Hills has emerged as one of South Australia’s top robotics teams. Their rapid rise to the top is the result of strategic thinking, technical precision, and teamwork.
That hard work was recognised at the 2024 Australian National Championship, where Frij earned the Excellence Award—one of the highest honours in VEX Robotics competitions, given to teams that excel in all areas of competition.
With a cutting-edge robot design and a carefully crafted competition strategy, Frij is ready to take on the world’s best in Dallas this year at the VEX Robotics World Championship. Their success reflects the growing strength of South Australia’s robotics scene, and they’ll be representing their state with pride.
1831A King’s Team Alpha – A Middle School Team Making Waves
One of the most impressive aspects of 1831A King’s Team Alpha from The King’s School in Sydney, Australia is that they are a middle school team competing at an exceptionally high level. As one of the original teams when King’s Robotics launched in 2022, they’ve built a strong program that has helped both experienced and new members develop their skills.
This season was particularly challenging, with three new students stepping into major leadership roles. The team had to adapt quickly, but their ability to learn and improve throughout the year paid off. They secured the Excellence Award at the Australian National Championship, earning their spot at the VEX Robotics World Championship.
Beyond competition, King’s Team Alpha is dedicated to giving back to the broader VEX Robotics community. Their members have volunteered at events across Australia and even internationally at the Asia Open Signature Event in China. For them, robotics is more than just a competition—it’s about shaping the future of the sport.
A Strong Future for Australian Robotics
The success of these three teams highlights the growing strength of VEX Robotics in Australia. Schools across the country are investing in robotics education, and students are rising to the challenge – developing engineering, programming, and problem-solving skills that will benefit them well beyond competition.
As 1940C Burnout, 75477M Frij, and 1831A King’s Team Alpha take on the world’s best, they’re representing not just their schools, but Australia’s expanding presence in the global robotics community. Their journey to Dallas is a testament to their hard work, and they will undoubtedly inspire the next generation of Australian robotics students.
For those looking to get involved, now is the time to explore VEX Robotics. The future of Australian robotics is being built today, and it’s only getting stronger.