Gardiner Chess

03/09/2026

Far North Queensland Interschool is on today with over 500 players taking part across 9 divisions! Stellar effort from Andrew, Michael and Michael to make this happen smoothly and a big thank you to Trinity Anglican School, Cairns for hosting the event once again!

15/08/2026

Next weekend we have the Gold Coast One Day Challenge being held at William Duncan State School! These events are always great events for students to get involved in as there are two divisions:

Novice: For unrated players only - this is also perfect for players taking part in their first weekend event (think a step up from interschool competitions in most cases).

Open: For rated players and those seeking to get a rating (that are ready for the more competitive games).

15 minutes + 3 seconds per move added on the clocks and usually around 8 games played.

Come join the fun!

24/07/2026

Here are some of the photos from the recent Gold Coast Open. What's your thinking pose?

11/07/2026

11/07/2026

Final day of the Gold Coast Open!

11/07/2026

The GM Hou Yifan interview is now available on our YouTube site! You can watch it via: https://youtu.be/w93FwNTcokI?si=RVyvvDFxgkhDCjBZ

Massive thank you to Hayley for getting this up so quickly! Our awesome go to for photos and media stuff!

08/07/2026

We are underway at the Gold Coast Open Premier division! 52 players taking part in this year's event.

We'll have 6 games broadcast to begin with as more tripods are being delivered tomorrow.

Link to live games (half hour delay on broadcast) in comments.

07/07/2026

EXCITING NEWS!!

On Friday 10th July, GM Hou Yifan will be making an appearance at the Gold Coast Open. There will be an opportunity for Q&A as well as photos and autographs.

Hou Yifan is a 4-time Women's World Champion (2010, 2011, 2013 and 2016) and is currently the highest rated female in world chess.

3.30pm - 4.45pm Friday 10th July
Broadbeach Cultural Centre - main auditorium.

This is one amazing opportunity to meet an absolute legend of chess.

Chess Association of Queensland Queensland Junior Chess