Vale Stephen Burgess
Stephen Burgess passed away January 3, 2026.
My ABF Maintenance - January 8
In the early morning of Thursday 8th January, we will be continuing with an update to the My ABF database
My ABF maintenance outage
In the early morning of Monday 29th December we will be doing an update to the My ABF database.
Update to Playoff Qualifying Points (PQPs)
Effective immediately, PQPs will accrue to partnerships rather than individual players. This change applies to all PQP-earning events from the 2025 GNOT onwards and will affect the 2027 Open and Mixed Teams Playoffs.
Vale Marika Pogany
The Australian Bridge Federation was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Marika Pogany, who was tragically killed in the recent Bondi Beach attack.
GNOT Update – New Format for 2026 Announced
The ABF is pleased to confirm the 2026 Grand National Open Teams (GNOT) format.
ABF Statement
The Australian Bridge Federation is deeply shocked and saddened by the terrorist attack at Bondi yesterday. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this horrific event.
We know that this tragedy has had a profound impact on many within the wider community. Our thoughts are particularly with the Jewish community, as well as with everyone in the Australian bridge community who may be feeling distressed or unsettled at this time.
The ABF stands firmly against all forms of violence, hatred, and intimidation. We remain committed to fostering an environment where every player feels safe, respected, and welcomed.
We encourage anyone who is feeling distressed to seek appropriate support through trusted personal networks or professional services.
ABF Newsletter (December 2025)
The December 2025 edition of the ABF Newsletter is available for viewing online
2026 Australian Youth Bridge Championships
Canberra Accommodation Centre, Braddon, January 10 - January 18
2026 Summer Festival of Bridge
Canberra Rex Hotel, Braddon, January 14 - January 25
2026 Online Gold Coast Congress
RealBridge, , February 7 - February 8
3rd European Winter Transnational Championships
Top Hotel Praha & Congress Centre, Prague, February 10 - February 19
2026 Australian Open Playoff
Canberra Bridge Club, Deakin, February 14 - February 18
2026 Interactive Workshop for Directors
Victorian Bridge Centre, Brighton East, February 21 - February 22
2026 Tasmanian Festival of Bridge
MyState Bank Arena, Glenorchy, March 19 - March 22
2026 Australian Seniors' Playoff - Stage 1
MyState Bank Arena, Glenorchy, March 21 - March 22
2025 ABF Club Teams Knockout
Congratulations to the Victorian Red team, the winners of the 2025 ABF Club Team Knockout competition
2025 GNOT National Final
Sydney 22-23 November, 2025
Website | Results
Kibitz on BridgeBase Online
2025 Golden West Swiss Pairs
Mandurah 14-16 November, 2025
Website | Results
2025 NZ National Congress
Palmerston North 8-15 November, 2025
Website | Results | Bulletins
2025 Sydney Spring Nationals
Canterbury 18-26 October, 2025
Website | Results and Seating | Bulletins
2025 HCL International Bridge Championship
New Delhi 6-14 October, 2025
Website | Results
The WHAM team (Michael Whibley, Sartaj Hans, Andy Hung and Matt Brown) are defending champions of the Gold Teams, having won the $75,000 AUD first prize last year.
Update: the WHAM team successfully defended the Gold Teams defeating the OLIMP team 164-137 in the final.
2025 Canberra in Bloom
Belconnen, 3-6 October, 2025
Website | Results
2025 GNOT National Qualifying
RealBridge 19-21 September, 2025
Website | RealBridge links, Seating and Results
Kibitzing will be available. Check the Results page for the links.
2025 HGR Memorial Mixed Swiss Pairs
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