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As the 2026 regatta season draws to a close, we reflect on an exciting few months of racing across WA, with the Pennant and Sculling Ladder series now complete and the State Championships just around the corner. We also celebrate the achievements of our WA athletes at the 2026 World Rowing Championships and wish our Masters rowers well for the World Rowing Masters Regatta. There is plenty to celebrate across our rowing community as the season reaches its finale.
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Welcome Ellie Madin
Rowing WA is pleased to welcome Ellie Madin as our new Development Manager. A familiar face within the WA rowing community, Ellie brings a wealth of experience across sport development, club leadership, recruitment and stakeholder engagement. In her new role, she will lead member engagement initiatives, coach and official development, athlete pathways and event delivery.
Join us in welcoming Ellie to the team! 🚣♀️
Read more about Ellie's background and vision for supporting the growth of rowing in Western Australia.
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UWA Boat Christening | 5 September
UWA invites you to join them at UWA Boat Club as they celebrate the christening of their newest additions to the Club's fleet. Drink and nibbles will be provided by UWA Boat Club
Gavin Rezos — Coxed Eight
Tamsin Keevill — Double/Pair
Grant Adendorff — Double/Pair
📅 Saturday 5 September
🕟 4:30pm
This special occasion will honour three members of UWA Boat Club who have contributed to the Club in ways that go far beyond their own achievements on the water, shaping UWA Boat Club across decades as athletes, leaders, mentors and long-serving volunteers.
Join UWA in celebrating these members and toast the newest boats in the fleet.
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State Team Nominations Open
Ever dreamed of representing WA? Nominations are now open for athletes and coxswains seeking selection in the 2027 WA State Team. If you're ready to challenge yourself, compete alongside the state's best, and wear the black and gold with pride, now is the time to put your hand up.
Nominations close 9.00pm Monday 14 September 2026, with extended deadlines available for Year 12 athletes completing WACE.
Submit your nomination today and help shape the 2027 State Team. 💛🖤
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Rower of the Year Awards 2026 | Tickets On Sale Now
Join us for an evening celebrating the people, performances and stories that make rowing in Western Australia so special. Whether you're attending with your club, crewmates, family or friends, the Rower of the Year Awards is the perfect opportunity to come together and recognise the achievements of our rowing community.
This year's event will also feature an exclusive panel discussion with the Women's U19 Four, fresh from their outstanding performances on the international stage. 💛🖤
📅 23 October 2026
📍 East Fremantle Yacht Club
🕕 6:00pm
Gather your crew or secure your individual ticket today and help celebrate rowing in WA.
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Injury Prevention Workshop | 3 September
Join renowned physiotherapist and athlete Greg Kerr for an insightful workshop on why injuries occur and how coaches can help prevent them. Suitable for coaches of all levels and athletes wanting to learn more about keeping themselves and their crews healthy and performing at their best.
📅 3 September 2026
📍 Horizon Physio, Scarborough
🕕 7:15pm to 8:30pm
Register now and don’t miss this valuable learning opportunity.
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All Schools Surveys Open
2026 All Schools Season surveys are now open for athletes and parents/guardians!
Whether you raced, coxed, supported from the bank throughout the season, we’d love to hear about your All Schools experience. Survey closes on the 18th September
Complete the survey today and help shape the future of All Schools rowing in WA.
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UniNationals Volunteers Needed
UniNationals is heading to Perth, we are on the lookout for volunteers, multiple roles available.
Whether you can spare one day or all three, your support on the water will make a real difference to the regatta's success. Join the action and help showcase rowing to athletes from across the country.
📅 Dates: 30 September - 2 October 2026
🕗 Time: Approximately 8:00am - 3:00pm daily
📍 Location: Champion Lakes Regatta Centre
Interested? Contact Conall to register your interest and help make UniNationals a success.
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Pennant #4 Wrap Up
Pennant #4 brought challenging conditions to Champion Lakes, with racing suspended for an hour following the lunch break, before the difficult decision was made to cancel the remainder of the regatta.
Days like these are a reminder that while clubs compete fiercely on the water, the camaraderie, sportsmanship and genuine care shown for one another when difficult decisions are required is one of the greatest strengths of our rowing community.
The 2026 Sculling Ladder Series has now concluded, with final standings locked in ahead of the season finale. Sculling Ladder winners will be recognised at the Rower of the Year Awards in October.
Next up is the 2026 WA State Championships, where crews will battle for state titles and championship honours. 💛🖤🏆
For Pennant #4 results, follow the link below.
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RWA State Championships | 12-13 September
The pinnacle of the RWA rowing season has arrived, with crews set to battle it out for State Championship titles at Champion Lakes. Hosted by Canning Bridge Rowing Club and Fremantle Rowing Club, the weekend promises more than just great racing.
Visit the event marketplace featuring The Regatta Shop, test yourself in the 100m Erg Challenge with prizes from Concept2, explore Fluid Performance Nutrition, experience Force Plate Testing, and discover the Perth Hills with the City of Armadale.
Can't make it down to the finish line? Catch every stroke, sprint and state title race live on the big screen at the venue or via the event livestream.
View the event information, schedule and livestream details 💛🖤🚣♀️
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WA Athletes Make Their Mark on the World Stage
Six Western Australian athletes have flown the flag proudly at the 2026 World Rowing Championships in Amsterdam, highlighted by Bronwyn Cox, Jacqueline Swick and Giorgia Patten securing a World Championship Silver Medal in the Women's Four.
Fellow WA stars Annabelle Mcintyre, Johnson Daubney and Ben Scott also delivered impressive performances across A and B Finals, showcasing the depth of talent emerging from WA rowing.
Read how our athletes fared against the world's best and relive a memorable championship campaign.
Read the full story here 💛🖤
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Kill Switch Check: Is It Working... and Are You Attached?
The kill switch can only do its job if it's both working and connected to you.
✅ Test your kill switch before heading out
✅ Attach the lanyard securely to yourself
✅ Check that it can stop the engine if needed
✅ Make it part of your pre-launch routine
If you're separated from the boat, the kill switch could prevent a runaway vessel and help keep you, your crew and other water users safe.
Be sure you're ready to launch safely, Water Safety Guidelines below 💛🖤
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Customer Set Up Assist
If you purchased a boat from PBR, Alastair is happy to ensure the boat is set up correctly for you. This is a free service and is ongoing. Here are the steps to get set up support from PBR:
- Take some video of your rowing, ideally from a motor boat, from;
- Side on
- Straight behind
- 45 degrees behind
- Complete this form and follow the next steps
- Ensure you complete your contact information and Alastair will be in touch to discuss the footage and suggest set up changes to improve your comfort and performance
Perfect Balance Rowing, supporting rowers in WA!
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Pre-Loved Equipment Alert: 2012 Filippi F14 Single Scull
Looking for a quality racing boat without the new boat price tag? This 2012 Filippi F14 Single Scull has just landed in our Pre-Loved Equipment listings and is an opportunity not to be missed.
Featuring a carbon honeycomb hull, carbon bow wing rigger, carbon fin and seat, plus boat and rigger covers, this well-maintained racing shell is ideal for competitive rowers in the 85-100kg range.
💰 $6500.00 ONO
Don't let this one slip by. View the full listing on our Classifieds page today.
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Do you have a rowing photo or a story to share?
Send through your photos or pitch a guest article (opinion or community story) to our General Manager and help showcase the voices of our rowing community.
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