The Games will be hosted by Transplant Australia.
The Games have two objectives: to promote organ donation and encourage more people around Australia to register and support donation; and to help recipients improve their health and fitness around their transplanted organ.
26 September to 3 October in Launceston, Tasmania
To be eligible to compete in the Australian Transplant Games transplant participants must be among the following situations:
Tissue donors are also eligible to compete in The Australian Transplant Games alongside solid organ donors as both lead to improving the quality of life and/or saving the lives of Australians.
In 2026 Transplant Australia will conduct a trial permitting autologous stem cell recipients to also participate in the (Warrior) Transplant Recipient category.
The following sports will be at the 2026 Australian Transplant Games:
New in 2026: Pickleball and Netball (women’s exhibition match)
Please refer to the schedule page for when each sport will be run.
Early bird registrations will open in late March – 6 months out from the start of the Games.
Your very last chance to register will close 3 August 2026.
Yes you do. Transplant Australia membership is free and easy to complete prior to your register via our new registration portal.
All current Transplant Australian members will also need to renew their membership (which was is due to expire on 30 June 2026) in the new membership database as well prior to registering for the 2026 Australian Transplant Games.
If you plan on competing at the Australian Transplant Games you are required to pay a State Participation Levy as part of your 2-year membership of $60. This contributes to the operations of your State Committee and the training days, social activity and support they offer over the upcoming 2-year period through to 30 June 2028.
Yes – for Transplant Recipients only.
Please refer to the Medical Page for more information, download to the forms and where to submit to complete your registration.
Registrations costs vary based on how you want to be involved, your registration category, your age and when you register. We recommend registering as early as possible to get the best price.
For families registering 4 or more individuals in one transaction, a 10% discount will also be applied. All four registrations must occur in one transaction for this discount to be applicable.
When you register as a Competitor you will receive;
*Not included in non-competitor registrations categories
Spectator registrations are free and therefore do not receive the above value.
Some special events require the pre-purchase of tickets due to capacity and ensuring a quality event experience. Please refer to the special events page for more information.
Yes! You don’t have to compete in the sports to enjoy a full schedule of special events, peer support sessions and junior activities to connect with everyone.
Register via the online registration system to ensure we can include you in the most applicable way. For example, if you would like to participate in the Opening Ceremony Parade, you will need to register as a non-competitor. For spectators only – the registration is free.
You can participate in as many sports and activities as you are well enough to manage, pending your eligibility and scheduling.
Our schedule is divided into Morning, Afternoon and Evening Sessions – you may only participate in one sport per session. If that sport runs for the full day, that is the only sport you can participate in that day. For example – on Tuesday you may only participate in Table Games, Pétanque or Swimming; but on Friday, you may choose to participate in Golf and Darts but not Pickleball or Cycling as they overlap.
Please refer to the schedule page to understand which sports overlap.
Please refer to the eligibility page for details as to what sports and subsequent events are open to various registration categories and ages.
Unfortunately, no. You may only pick one sport per session. If that sport runs for the full day, that is the only sport you can participate in that day. For example – on Tuesday you may only participate in Table Games, Pétanque or Swimming; but on Friday, you may choose to participate in Golf and Darts but not Pickleball or Cycling as they overlap.
Please refer to the schedule page to understand which sports overlap.
No – if you wish to participate in these sports please register.
You are given the option in your registration questions to list the name of someone you may like to be teamed up with (from the same State). Your State Team Manager will be notified of the registration upon the close of registrations and will facilitate the pairings/make up of teams.
Transplant Australia will be offering a ATG Shuttle Service from Launceston CBD to each of the venues in use daily. Tickets to use the shuttle must be purchased through the registration platform and may become limited.
The transport page will be updated closer to the event with the Shuttle service routes and times.
You may also utilise your own transport or ride share options if you would prefer.
The Australian Transplant Games is a participation event – we want everyone to have a go, feel included and go at a pace that each individual can manage. That said, there are Gold, Silver and Bronze medals on offer for each event for those who want to push themselves.
If you have further questions, please email contactus@transplant.org.au.
