| Two weeks until massive Season Opener at SIRC |
In just over two weeks, SIRC will play host to a massive season opening weekend.
The 2025 Loreto Normanhurst Regatta (Saturday 25 October) celebrates the oldest schoolgirl rowing program in NSW, and for the first time in 10 years the regatta programme incorporates schoolboy events too. After a big offseason honing their skills and endurance in training camps, we're excited to see the top school rowers in NSW battle it out over 2000m for the first time this season.
The 2025 Spring Time Attack (Sunday 26 October) continues the competition with the same popular time-based progression system which debuted at All Schools last year, now open to HP, Masters, and Club athletes. Look forward to razor-thin margins and extremely close finals.
Entries are open now for both regattas - see you at SIRC! read more > |
| NSW Rowsellas bring home two World Championships medals |
Two bronze medals are coming home to NSW! We're incredibly proud of the NSW Rowsellas who represented Australia at the 2025 World Rowing Championships last month, facing incredibly tough hot conditions in Shanghai.
NSW para athletes led the charge. Lisa Greissl from Lake Macquarie delivered an amazing final 500m in the PR3 Mixed Double with Sam Stunnell to take bronze. Erik Horrie of Sydney Rowing Club added another World Championships medal to his legendary career tally, finishing 3rd in the PR1 Single. Congratulations to our medallists!
In the big boats, Alexander McClean (Mosman Rowing Club), Alex Nichol and cox Nick Dunlop (both Sydney Rowing Club) helped the Men's Eight to a close 4th place. Laura Gourley (UTS Haberfield), Zara Collisson, Jaime Ford and Sophie Houston (all SUBC) were part of the Women's Eight which finished 6th.
Nik Pender (UTS Haberfield) was in the Men's Four which came 5th, and Georgie Rowe (UTS Haberfield) won the Women's Four B Final to finish 7th. The all-NSW Women's Pair of Taylor Caudle and Eleanor Price, (both SUBC), finished 11th overall.
Congratulations and well done to all our World Championships representatives - we are so proud of your efforts, and we can't wait to see you at SIRC this season. read more > |
| Outstanding showing for NSW clubs at World Rowing Masters Regatta |
The 2025 World Rowing Masters Regatta took place in Banyoles, Spain, last month from 10-14 September, and NSW clubs were out in force. Armidale, Balmain, Drummoyne, Glebe, Lake Macquarie, Leichhardt, Manning River, Mosman, Newcastle, North Shore, St George, and UTS Haberfield were all represented.
Their performances were amazing: a haul of gold medals for many of our clubs, even though only first place receives a medal at this regatta! The success of these athletes is a testament to the strength of the Masters rowing community in NSW. We are so proud of your efforts and achievements. read more > |
| Rowing NSW Sprint Eliminator set for return in 2026 |
The Rowing NSW Sprint Eliminator returns in March 2026.
Same electric format, same elite competition, bigger prize money.
The competition is sure to be even tougher this time, but anyone can take their shot - there's one qualifying spot per gender available at these regattas:
Check out our website for more information, including qualifier info and replays from 2025.
Will we see new winners in 2026 or will last year's champions defend their titles? read more > |
| Calling All Volunteers – 2025/26 Season Kick-Off! |
Rowing NSW is excited to launch the 2025/26 season, starting with the Spring Time Attack Regatta on Sunday, 26th October. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us in making this event a success!
Roles include boat drivers, timekeepers, commentators, and bow numbers. We’re also looking for volunteers across all regattas this season – check out the regatta calendar to see which events you’d like to be part of.
Head to our website to register your interest and join the team for an exciting season ahead!
Thank you! read more > |
| Fun in the sun at Beach Sprint Nationals in Sydney |
The 2025 Australian Beach Sprints Championships delivered fast starts, tight finishes and plenty of action on the sand at Monterey Beach.
Held in NSW for the first time, spectators and athletes alike got a firsthand look at this dynamic form of racing, which will make its Olympic debut at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
Highlights for NSW athletes included Mackenzie Thompson (UTS Haberfield) and Beach Sprint Rowsella Sophia Wightman (SUBC) taking out the U23 Men's and Women's Solos, respectively, while Andrea Cooze and Alan Robertson (both St George) secured gold in the Masters Mixed Double.
Beach Sprint Rowsella Spencer Turrin (Sydney) took silver in the Open Men's Solo and gold in the Open Men's Double and Quad, coxed in the latter race by fellow Beach Sprint Rowsella Ryder Taylor (UTS Haberfield).
NSW's Beach Sprint Rowsellas will represent Australia at the 2025 World Rowing Beach Sprint Finals in Antalya, Turkey, from November 6-9.
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| Boat Race Officials - We want you! |
We’re welcoming new and returning BROs (Boat Race Officials) to join us this season!
BROs (Boat Race Officials) are the heartbeat of our regattas, keeping things safe, fair, and flowing smooth. No experience? No worries. We’ll support you with everything you need. Whether you can offer a few hours or a full day, your time makes a real difference.
If you love being part of a team, enjoy the buzz of regatta days, and want to contribute in a meaningful way, we’d love to have you onboard!
Come be part of something special.
Please email if you are interested!
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| Nominations now open for 2025 Hancock Prospecting Rower of the Year Awards |
Rowing Australia is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Hancock Prospecting Rower of the Year Awards and Rowing Australia Centenary Ball– celebrating the outstanding people and programs that make our sport thrive.
We invite the rowing community to nominate those who have gone above and beyond across the following categories: Volunteer of the Year, Official of the Year, High Performance Club of the Year, Program of the Year, Bont Club of the Year, and Service to Rowing.
These awards recognise the passion, dedication, and excellence that drive Australian rowing at every level – from our community clubs to the world stage.
Nominations close Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Winners will be announced at the 2025 Hancock Prospecting Rower of the Year Awards and Rowing Australia Centenary Ball, to be held in Canberra at Hotel Realm on Friday, 5 December 2025 – an evening celebrating the athletes, coaches, volunteers, supporters, partners and sponsors who embody the spirit of Australian rowing.
Award Criteria click here
Submit a nomination below:
For all the details on the event click here
read more > |
| Congratulations Charlie Appleton - NSW's latest Level 3 BRO |
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Rowing NSW extends its congratulations to Charlie Appleton, NSW's latest Boat Race Official to pass the Level 3 Accreditation and becoming a Rowing Australia Umpire. Charlie sat his board exam and practical assessment at the 2025 Australian Masters Rowing Championships held at the Sydney International Regatta Centre.
Charlie is a fantastic example of how anyone can Get Involved in rowing in NSW - click here to find out more! read more >
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| Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program now open |
The NSW Government has now opened the 2025/2026 Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program. This program aims to improve safety at community sport by increasing access to life-saving equipment.
Eligible sport and active recreation organisations across NSW can apply for grants of up to $3,000 to purchase and install an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at their facilities.
This program aims to improve safety at community sport by increasing access to life-saving equipment.
Key Details:
Applications open: 25 September 2025
Applications close: When funds are exhausted or by 1 December 2025, 1:00 pm (whichever comes first)
Funding available: $500,000 total
Grant amount: Up to $3,000 per AED package
Be sure not to miss out. Funding is allocated on a first-in, first-served basis and demand is high!
For program guidelines, eligibility criteria, approved AED packages and how to apply, please visit the website. read more > |
Next Rowing NSW eNewsletter - 31 October 2025
We'd love to hear from your club or school! If you have anything of interest to share with our community, get in touch with comms@rowingnsw.asn.au |
Don't forget to renew your membership for the 2025/26 racing season! Check out our membership hub on the RNSW website for full details. |
The app for boating safely in NSW
If you own a boat, download the Marine Rescue NSW app to help you stay safe on the water.
The app has tools and information including:
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the option to log a trip, with live safety tracking updates, to help Marine Rescue NSW locate you if needed
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tide, weather and sea conditions
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boat ramp and fishing spot locations
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safety checklists
- emergency procedures
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Bike Helmets and Etiquette @ SIRC
We would like to thank everyone for complying with this request at our past few regattas at SIRC, and we look forward to seeing this continue.
- Only coaches are able to access the bike paths to follow their crews down the course. Spectators will not be allowed to access the bike paths to walk around the venue or to ride up and down the course.
- Please wear your bike helmets when riding around the venue.
- Please click here to read Transport for NSW's 'Safety on Wheels' brochure.
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Working with Children Checks
Working with Children Checks are valid for 5 years. If yours expires soon, you can now save time by renewing it online.
- To help verify your identity, you’ll be asked to scan your face using the camera on your phone, tablet or computer. Your scan will then be matched with the photo on your NSW Driver Licence or NSW Photo Card. Scans will be permanently deleted after the check has been completed.
- If you’d prefer, you can still renew in-person with your identity documents at a Service NSW centre.
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Upcoming Regattas
Date: 11 October
Regatta: NSW High Performance Pathway TT 1
Location: Nepean River
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Date: 11 October
Regatta: 2025 National Club Omnium
Location: Lake Burley Griffin [ACT]
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Date: 12 October
Regatta: Iron Cove Classic 2
Location: Iron Cove
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| Nominations now open for 2025 Hancock Prospecting Rower of the Year Awards |
Rowing Australia is pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Hancock Prospecting Rower of the Year Awards and Rowing Australia Centenary Ball– celebrating the outstanding people and programs that make our sport thrive.
We invite the rowing community to nominate those who have gone above and beyond across the following categories: Volunteer of the Year, Official of the Year, High Performance Club of the Year, Program of the Year, Bont Club of the Year, and Service to Rowing.
These awards recognise the passion, dedication, and excellence that drive Australian rowing at every level – from our community clubs to the world stage.
Nominations close Wednesday, 29 October 2025.
Winners will be announced at the 2025 Hancock Prospecting Rower of the Year Awards and Rowing Australia Centenary Ball, to be held in Canberra at Hotel Realm on Friday, 5 December 2025 – an evening celebrating the athletes, coaches, volunteers, supporters, partners and sponsors who embody the spirit of Australian rowing.
Award Criteria click here
Submit a nomination below:
For all the details on the event click here
read more > |
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