QLD STATE Competition 2025
Queensland State Jigsaw Puzzle Competition 2025 event information
The Queensland State Jigsaw Puzzle Competition 2025 will take place on Sunday 3rd August at Brisbane State High School.
The competition has two divisions:
- Pairs (2 hour time limit, 2 people, 500 pc puzzle)
- Individuals (2.5 hour time limit, 500 pc puzzle)
Prizes
The top three winners in each category (solos and pairs) will take home a puzzle. The solo winner also wins a free entry to the solo event at our national competition. Raffle prizes and spot prizes are also available on the day, including prizes for best costume.
Timing
- 10am: Doors open
- 10.40am: Be seated for pairs
- 11am – 1pm: Pairs competition
- 1pm – 1.30 pm: Pairs prize presentation
- 1.40pm: Be seated for solos
- 2pm – 4.30pm: Solo competition
- 4.30pm – 5pm: Solo prize presentation
Check-in
We have a new check-in process! You’ll be given a competition card and lanyard with a QR code to look up your table number and results. No need to show your ticket at the door! See how it works!
Aim to be seated at least 20 minutes before the competition start time. If you can no longer attend, please let us know as soon as possible.
You will have an allocated table at this event. If you have accessibility needs, let us know before the event so we can assign a table that meets your needs.
More information
General tips for smooth day
- Read our event info to find out how to make your day a success.
- Read our competition rules.
Address
Brisbane State High School, Corner Cordelia and Glenelg Streets South Brisbane, QLD 4101
Enter via the Vulture Street Gate (V3) and head to the Indoor Sports Complex (F on the map below).
Getting to the venue
Public Transport
The nearest stations for both bus and rail are at South Bank.
Parking
There is limited parking around the venue — 2 hour restrictions apply.
Limited free parking is available on the day at the Edmondstone Street Car Park on a first come, first serve basis (E1 on the map below). Volunteers will be manning the boom gates.
Paid parking is available through:
- Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC) External link
- Secure Parking External link
- Southpoint External link
- South Bank Parklands
What’s available on the day
Raffle and merch: There will be a raffle and AJPA merchandise on sale. Bring your AJPA membership card for 20% off merch.
Pop-up shop: Puzzles Plus
Pick up a 2025 membership pack: Become a member at the event and pick up your membership pack on the day, saving $15 on postage.
Refreshments: No catering is available onsite, so BYO food/drinks or walk to nearby cafes.
Tickets
Tickets are available on Eventbrite. If you are joining the waitlist, please specify which type of ticket you are looking for after your name (e.g. Emily Smith PAIRS).
AJPA members get priority access to tickets and 20% off personal use tickets. Become a member today!
