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Featured Esports May 17, 2026

Order Esports Signs Three New Valorant Roster Members Ahead of VCT Pacific

Australian organisation Order Esports has confirmed the signing of three international players as they prepare for the upcoming VCT Pacific season. The roster changes signal a bold new direction for one of Australia's most storied esports organisations.

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EsportsMay 17, 2026

Order Esports Signs Three New Valorant Roster Members

The Sydney-based organisation bolsters its Valorant squad ahead of the VCT Pacific season with three high-profile international signings.

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IndustryMay 15, 2026

Australia's Esports Industry Report 2026: Record Viewership

A new report from the Interactive Games & Entertainment Association reveals record viewership figures for Australian esports events in 2025, with grassroots participation up 34%.

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CommunityMay 12, 2026

Grassroots Spotlight: How the Canberra Gaming Collective Is Growing OCE Esports

We sit down with the founders of the Canberra Gaming Collective to discuss how a small community group became one of the most influential grassroots esports organisations in Australia.

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IndustryMay 10, 2026

Riot Games Confirms Dedicated OCE Server Upgrades for 2026

Riot Games has announced a significant infrastructure investment for its Oceania servers, promising lower latency and improved stability for Australian players across all its titles.

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EsportsMay 8, 2026

Dire Wolves Announce Return to Competitive League of Legends

One of Australia's most beloved esports organisations is making a comeback to competitive League of Legends with a rebuilt roster and new management team.

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CommunityMay 5, 2026

Melbourne Retro Gaming Festival 2026 Draws Record Attendance

The annual Melbourne Retro Gaming Festival attracted over 8,000 visitors this year, celebrating classic titles from the 80s and 90s alongside modern indie releases.

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EsportsMay 17, 2026

Order Esports Signs Three New Valorant Roster Members

The Sydney-based organisation bolsters its Valorant squad ahead of the VCT Pacific season.

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EsportsMay 8, 2026

Dire Wolves Announce Return to Competitive League of Legends

One of Australia's most beloved esports organisations is making a comeback with a rebuilt roster.

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IndustryMay 15, 2026

Australia's Esports Industry Report 2026: Record Viewership

Record viewership figures for Australian esports events in 2025, with grassroots participation up 34%.

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IndustryMay 10, 2026

Riot Games Confirms Dedicated OCE Server Upgrades for 2026

Riot Games announces a significant infrastructure investment for its Oceania servers.

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CommunityMay 12, 2026

Grassroots Spotlight: How the Canberra Gaming Collective Is Growing OCE Esports

We sit down with the founders of the Canberra Gaming Collective to discuss their impact on Australian esports.

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CommunityMay 5, 2026

Melbourne Retro Gaming Festival 2026 Draws Record Attendance

The annual Melbourne Retro Gaming Festival attracted over 8,000 visitors this year.