Direct audio from PAX Australia 2013, the State of Play panel.
Link with description:
http://www.paxaustralia.com.au/schedule/panel/state-of-play-competitive-gaming-and-esports-in-australia
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State of Play: Competitive Gaming and Esports in Australia

How much fun is it to get really good at your favourite games? How much more fun to prove your skills in competition? And is it fun to watch?  I hear crazy talk you can even get paid to play. How do I get involved?

Here are the people who have the answer to all of these questions - and have organised hundreds of events between them to show their passion for competitive gaming, eSports, spectatorship and community.

Find out how the Australian scene is growing, where it’s going, and how to take part from some of the leaders and organisers, and pro players that make it happen.
Panelists:

Daniel Chlebowczyk [President, Tournament Organiser, CouchWarriors, Ozhadou], Nick Vanzetti [CEO, Australian Cyber League], Alex Walker [Esports Journalist, Games.On.Net], Jessica Rozema [Creative Director (Formerly Community, ESL), Offbeat Media & eSports], Mark West [Operations Manager, ESGN], Derek Reball [Manager / Events Consultant, Team Nv]