2026/27 D.H. Mckenzie (AFC1)
September 11, 2026 - September 13, 2026
David Henry Mckenzie
David Henry McKenzie (1936–1981) was one of the most influential figures in the history of Australian fencing, recognised both for his achievements as an elite athlete and for his lasting impact on the sport’s development.
A three-time Olympian, McKenzie represented Australia at the 1956, 1960 and 1964 Olympic Games, competing in foil at the highest international level. He also won a silver medal in the team foil event at the 1962 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Perth, marking one of Australia’s early successes in international fencing.
Beyond his competitive career, McKenzie played a pivotal role in shaping fencing in Australia. He served as President of the Australian Fencing Federation and was deeply involved in national sports administration, helping to guide the sport through a key period of growth and organisation.
His influence extended well beyond fencing. At just 38, he was appointed to the International Olympic Committee, where he contributed to the global Olympic movement. He also served as Vice-President of the Australian Olympic Committee and held senior leadership roles across Australian sport, reflecting the respect he commanded as both a leader and advocate.
David McKenzie’s legacy is one of excellence, leadership, and service to sport. Events named in his honour recognise not only his achievements as an athlete, but also his enduring contribution to fencing in Australia and his impact on the broader sporting community.
Tournament Schedule
Thursday – 10th September
Equipment Control will be open for 2 hours in the evening
Friday – 11th September
Equipment Control will open one hour before each individual event.
AM Senior Men’s Epee
AM Senior Women’s Sabre
PM Veteran Men’s and Women’s Sabre
Saturday – 12th September
Equipment Control will open one hour before each individual event.
AM Senior Women’s Foil
AM Senior Men’s Sabre
PM Veteran Men’s and Women’s Epee
Sunday – 13th September
Equipment Control will open one hour before each individual event.
AM Senior Women’s Epee
AM Senior Men’s Foil
PM Veteran Men’s and Women’s Foil
Location
Victorian State Fencing Centre
204-206 Arden Street
North Melbourne,
Victoria
3051
Australia
Acknowledging the people
The Australian Fencing Federation acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land where this tournament is being held, and pays respect to ancestors and Elders, past, present and emerging.
Entry Management
to confirm your entry has been correctly received, please check the Fencers List below one hour after you have registered. If there are any issues with the recorded entry please email [email protected]
If you are no longer able to attend the tournament, please email [email protected]
Important
Fencers are required to be present at the venue and checked in with the DT no later than 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of their event. Failure to do so may result in removal from the event.
It is strongly recommended that equipment control be completed the day before your event. Please be aware that processing times at equipment control may exceed 30 minutes, depending on demand.
Fees and charges:
Note, some states may add a state levy to cover team management and other state-related costs. These levies are in addition to AFF tournament charges and are collected at the time of registration. Please check your state association website for more information.
IMPORTANT - Entries via JustFence
Entries for this event must be made by accessing the AFF JustFence system. YOu need to have an account in JustFence, with your membership from your state added.
If you have not accessed JustFence before, you will need to create an account. Fencers in ACT, QLD and WA are able to purchase memberships for their state within JustFence. Fencers in NSW, SA and VIC need to ensure they have purchased their membership in their states system, and their state needs to transfer the membership to JustFence.