On Tuesday, 10 June 2025, students from across the Darling Downs region gathered at Highlands Christian College in Toowoomba to compete in the Readers Cup—a vibrant literary competition that celebrates teamwork, reading comprehension, and a shared love of books.

Running from 12:00pm to 2:00pm, the event brought together teams of up to five students from schools such as Toowoomba Grammar School, Fairholme College, Dalby Christian College, and many more. Each team had spent weeks preparing by reading a curated list of books, including:

• Silver Linings by Katrina Nannestad
• Running with Ivan by Suzanne Leal
• Losing the Plot by Annaleise Byrd
• The Kindness Project by Debora Abela
• The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead

The competition was not only a test of memory and understanding but also a celebration of literature, with guest author Katrina Nannestad attending to inspire and engage with the young readers.

Prizes, including book vouchers sponsored by The Book Tree, were awarded to the top-performing teams, making the day both intellectually rewarding and fun for all involved.