2026 Greenpower Australia Burnie Heat (F24/F24+)

2026 Greenpower Australia Burnie F24/F24+ Heat

Real electric racing. Real engineering. Extraordinary opportunities for young Australians.

Join us for an exciting day of electric vehicle racing as Greenpower Australia returns to the North Western Kart Club at Highclere on Saturday, 14 November 2026!

Watch teams of young engineers from across Tasmania and beyond put their skills, creativity and determination to the test as they compete in the 2026 Burnie F24/F24+ Heat.

These aren't remote-controlled cars or classroom models. They're real, single-seat electric racing vehicles that students have built, developed, tested and improved themselves.

From designing aerodynamic bodywork and refining electrical systems to planning pit stops, managing energy consumption and developing race strategies, every aspect of Greenpower brings STEM learning to life.

And now it's time to put all that hard work to the test on the racetrack!

What is Greenpower Australia?

Greenpower is an internationally recognised STEM education challenge that inspires young people to design, build and race electric vehicles.

Delivered nationally by GreenSTEM Education, a Tasmanian-founded not-for-profit organisation, Greenpower Australia provides an exciting pathway for students to develop real-world skills in engineering, technology, sustainability, teamwork, problem-solving, communication and leadership.

But Greenpower is about much more than building the fastest car.

It's about giving young people opportunities to discover what they're capable of achieving, develop confidence, work collaboratively and connect their learning to exciting future pathways.

Two categories. One exciting day of racing.

The Burnie Heat features two Greenpower competition categories:

Formula 24 (F24) – Years 5–10

School teams compete in two 90-minute endurance races, combining vehicle performance, engineering reliability, energy efficiency, driver changes, pit-stop strategy and teamwork.

Formula 24+ (F24+) – Years 11 to age 25

Our senior category features a 60-minute endurance race, giving older students and young adults the opportunity to take their engineering and racing skills even further.

Both categories showcase how innovation, persistence and careful engineering can make a real difference on the track.

Event schedule – Saturday, 14 November

Times are indicative and may change due to weather, safety or event operational requirements.

Throughout the day, we'll also celebrate the achievements of teams through awards recognising engineering, innovation, teamwork and the Spirit of Greenpower.

Event location

North Western Kart Club
1522 Ridgley Highway
Highclere TAS 7321

The North Western Kart Club provides an exciting motorsport setting for students to experience real circuit racing and apply the engineering skills they've developed throughout the year.

Spectators and families welcome!

We'd love to welcome parents, families, friends, educators and members of the wider community to experience Greenpower Australia firsthand.

Come along, cheer on the teams, see these incredible electric vehicles in action and celebrate what young people can achieve when they're given access to meaningful, hands-on STEM opportunities.

Spectator registration is available through this Humanitix event page.

What to bring:

• Drinking water, food and snacks

• Sunscreen and suitable outdoor clothing

• Folding chairs if you'd like to settle in and watch the racing

• Plenty of encouragement for our young engineers!

On-site parking is available. Please follow event signage and directions from officials, and remain within designated spectator areas. Access to the live circuit and controlled pit areas is restricted.

From Tasmania to the world!

2026 has been an incredible year for Greenpower Australia, including taking the first-ever Australian Formula 24 team to compete at the Greenpower International Final at Goodwood Motor Circuit in England.

Now we're building on that achievement, creating opportunities for even more Australian students to experience world-class STEM education and international competition.

The Burnie Heat forms part of the lead-up to the 2026 Greenpower Australia National Final at Symmons Plains Raceway on Friday, 11 December, where teams from across Australia will have the opportunity to come together and celebrate their achievements.

Leading Australian teams will also have the opportunity to earn invitations to represent Australia at the 2027 Greenpower International Final in the United Kingdom.

For students involved in Greenpower, the possibilities extend well beyond the finish line!

Supporting the next generation of engineers

Greenpower Australia is proudly delivered by GreenSTEM Education, a not-for-profit organisation committed to making outstanding STEM education opportunities accessible to young people, regardless of their background or location.

Optional donations are greatly appreciated and help us support more schools, more students and more extraordinary opportunities across Australia.

Whether you're a motorsport enthusiast, an engineer, an educator, a parent or simply someone who loves seeing young people achieve amazing things, we'd love to see you there.

Come and experience the excitement of Greenpower Australia at Highclere on Saturday, 14 November!

For event enquiries, please contact daniel.edwards@greenstem.org.au.

Greenpower Australia | Delivered by GreenSTEM Education