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Enrol in our courses - Guardian Girls Australia

Karate Australia is proud to support Guardian Girls Karate, an empowering self-defence program designed to help women and girls build confidence, awareness and practical skills in a safe and supportive environment.

Sat 03 Oct 2026

Vale Richard Bradford

On behalf of Karate Australia, I wish to express our deepest sympathies to the Bradford family and the entire Goshin-Ryu karate family for the tragic loss of Sensei Richard Bradford.

Sat 05 Sep 2026

2026 Assistant National Coach (Veterans) Expression of Interest

Karate Australia (KA) invites applications for the newly established Assistant National Coach (Veterans - Kata & Kumite) position.

Thu 23 Jul 2026

2026 Karate World Cup Team Announcement

The Board of the Australian Karate Federation and the National Coaches Commission proudly announce and would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been selected to represent Australia at the 2026 Karate World Cup.

Wed 15 Jul 2026

2026 WKF World Karate Championships Team Announcement

Karate Australia proudly announce and would like to congratulate the following athletes who have been selected to represent Australia at the 2026 WKF Cadet, Junior & U21 WKF World Championships.

Wed 15 Jul 2026

Karate Australia Board Update

We are excited to welcome you to the Karate Australia Board

Fri 26 Jun 2026

Nominations for Board Appointed Director and Finance Audit and Risk Committee

The AKF is seeking nominations for the positions of: • two (2) Appointed Directors for a three (3) year term • three (3) members of the Finance Audit and Risk committee (FAR)

Fri 22 May 2026

Australia Announces National Karate Team for Historic 2026 Tri-Nations Championships

Karate Australia is proud to announce the official selection of the Australian National Karate Team set to compete at the 2026 Tri-Nations Championships, a prestigious international event featuring competitors from Australia, Turkey, and New Zealand.

Tue 14 Apr 2026

2026 Oceania Team Championship Team Announcement

Wed 18 Mar 2026

2026 Call for Director Nominations and Motions

2026 Call for Director Nominations and Motions by 26 March 2026

Tue 17 Mar 2026

Strategic Media Partnership - Kaizen Culture

Karate Australia is proud to announce Kaizen Culture as our Official Media Partner, marking a powerful step forward in how we showcase, celebrate, and support our athletes and community.

Tue 10 Feb 2026

Karate Australia Appoints Elizabeth Mahler as National Program Director, Guardian Girls Karate Australia

Karate Australia is proud to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Mahler as National Program Director, Guardian Girls Karate Australia, a national role overseeing the growth and delivery of this important social impact initiative.

Mon 20 Oct 2025

World Karate Federation and Karate Australia Sign Agreement to Roll Out Guardian Girls Programme in Oceania

World Karate Federation and Karate Australia Sign Agreement to Roll Out Guardian Girls Programme in Oceania https://www.wkf.net/news-center/article/!/2954/world-karate-federation-and-karate-australia-sign-agreement-to-roll-out-guardian-girls-programme-in-oceania

Thu 18 Sep 2025

2025 WKF World Championship - Qualified Athletes

The Board of the Australian Karate Federation and the National Coaches Committee proudly announce and would like to congratulate the athletes who have qualified to represent Australia at the 2025 WKF World Championship

Mon 11 Aug 2025

Appointment of Alan Key as Managing Director - Karate Australia

Karate Australia is pleased to announce the appointment of Alan Key as its new Managing Director, effective immediately. Alan steps into the role as Ian Basckin transitions into a new position as Chief Operating Officer, focusing on operational delivery, local and national events, and ongoing support across key national initiatives and key governing bodies that support Karate Australia.

Mon 02 Jun 2025