Mini Robot Rumble is a combat robotics competition for students in New Zealand.

Students build 1.36kg robots and compete in a to-the-death brawl, until one robot is crowned the victor!

Entry is free and is open to current students in a Primary to Tertiary level.

This competition is run by AURA, the Auckland University Robotics Association and is made possible through our Primary Sponsor, Vodafone New Zealand.

1. Pre-Order a kit from our store or use parts that you already have.
   
   
2. Build a robot according to the specifications laid out in our Build Specifications and Match Rules.
   
   
3. Register for the competition once the Registration goes live.
   
   
4. Stay in touch with us through Facebook and Email.

Q: Can I build my own robot?

A: YES! Your robot should be built to be tough and ruthless. You will be fighting for survival in the arena! We will not provide ready-made robots, so if you don’t bring a robot, you can’t compete.

Q: Who can compete?

A: Robots for the school competition must be driven by a tertiary, high school, intermediate or primary school student. If you are interested in an open event, send info@aura.org.nz an email and we'll notify you of other competitions.

Q: I can’t build robots but still want to enter! Help!?

A: We are selling beginner’s kits with assembly instructions for cheap thanks to Vodafone. These will be ultra-simple with instructions provided on how to do the basic electronic wiring. You are encouraged to modify the rest of the design to make your robot even more dangerous.

Q: Isn't it expensive to build new robots just to have them destroyed?

A: The majority of the cost is electronic components, which tend to remain intact, even in a brutally beaten robot. This means you can use the majority of the kit year after year.

Q: What are the rules?

A: You can read the rules here.