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Woolmark Performance Challenge

The Competition

BE AT THE FOREFRONT OF INDUSTRY CHANGE

The Woolmark Performance Challenge is a problem-solving platform, bringing together leading performance apparel brands with a global pool of world-class talent. It is designed to facilitate innovative, environmentally-considerate product solutions for the sports and performance market, by harnessing the unique natural properties of Australian Merino wool. 

The challenge also provides a unique learning experience for participants and awards the finalists and winners with opportunities to connect with supply chain partners as well as financial rewards, and potential for career development. 

2023 Woolmark Performance Challenge

From Merino wool blended with marine waste to Merino wool/rubber blended materials, glucose-releasing technology and more, this year’s Woolmark Performance Challenge finalists drive fresh applications of Merino wool for the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli sailing team.

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2025 COMPETITION PARTNER

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Past Partners

2023 Competition Partner 2022 Competition Partner 2021 Competition Partners 2020 Competition Partner

2025 PRIZES

Brand Internship

Brand Internship

The winner will be presented with an internship with the 2025 brand partner

Woolmark Research Bursary

Woolmark Research Bursary

Up to 5 innovative concepts will be selected to participate in an Innovation Accelerator Program with Woolmark technical experts and supply chain partners to further develop the idea.

Institution Development Award

Institution Development Award

In recognition of their role in developing and supporting the growth of some of the most innovative minds, Woolmark will globally recognise the institution that is judged to have encouraged the highest number of quality student submissions.

 

How to Enter

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Step 1

Check your eligibility

To enter the Woolmark Performance Challenge, you must be currently enrolled in tertiary level education at a participating university. The challenge is open to all students at all levels of tertiary-level academia (from foundation/undergraduate to post-doctorate level), for individual entry only.

Your institution must also be registered for you to be eligible. Check the 2023 participating universities by clicking the link below. If your institution is not yet registered, please speak to your tutor or lecturer about participating and direct them to the link below.

View Participating Universities

Step 2

Register to gain access to learning resources

Student registrations are now open. While the submission deadline isn’t until 16th July 2023, make sure you register early to gain access to the category briefs and exclusive educational resources.

Step 3

Develop your proposal

Now is the time to think about the next big wool innovation. Whether you are a fibre scientist or fashion designer, our education program is designed to build your knowledge of Merino wool while you work on your innovation. 

Step 4

Submit your proposal

Once submitted, your proposal will be reviewed and judged by a panel of industry experts to determine the finalists, who will proceed to the finalist workshops and judging events.

KEY DATES (GMT)

01
Nov
2024
Student registration opens
01
May
2025
Student submissions open
30
May
2025
Student submissions close
15
Jul
2025
Selection of the 2025 Woolmark Performance Challenge Finalists
06
Nov
2025
2025 Woolmark Performance Challenge Winners announced
Participating Universities

EDUCATIONAL PARTNERS

Educational partners

"EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF HUMAN CREATIVITY AND GOODWILL WHEN PEOPLE WORK TOGETHER TOWARD BETTERMENT OF HUMANITY."

HYOKYOUNG LEE, WPC 2019 WINNER
HYOKYOUNG LEE, WPC 2019 WINNER
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