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The racing season is reaching a thrilling crescendo, with outstanding performances at the All Schools State Championships and WA athletes continuing to make their mark on the international stage. As champions are crowned, records are challenged and crews build momentum towards the business end of the season, anticipation is growing for the final rounds of Pennant racing and the battle for Sculling Ladder honours. There is plenty happening across the WA rowing community, and plenty to celebrate.
- State Team Coach Nominations Now Open
- Rower of the Year Award Nominations Now Open
- All Schools Regatta State Champs Wrap-Up
- U19 World Rowing Championships results
- Pennant Regatta #3 results
- Pennant Regatta #4
- Bunbury's Country Titles Regatta
- UniNationals volunteers needed!
- And much more
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State Team Coach Nominations Now Open
Have you got the passion and experience to help lead Western Australia at the 2027 Australian Rowing Championships?
Nominations are now open for State Team Coaches for the WA team heading to Champion Lakes in March 2027.
This is an opportunity to support and develop some of WA's best rowing talent on the national stage.
📅 Nominations close 31 August 2026
Submit your nomination today and help shape the 2027 State Team.
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Rower of the Year Awards Nominations Now Open
Know someone who makes a real difference at your club? Nominations are now open for the 2026 Club Volunteer of the Year and Club Coach of the Year Awards. These awards recognise the dedicated individuals whose commitment, leadership and passion help rowing thrive across WA.
⏰ Nominations close: 4 October 2026
Winners will be announced at the Rower of the Year Awards 🏅.
Help us celebrate the volunteers and coaches by submitting a nomination today.
Club Volunteer of the Year Club Coach of the Year
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A Practical Guide on Injury Prevention
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.
📅 Date: 3 September 2026
📍 Venue: Horizon Physio, Scarborough
🕕 Time: 7:15pm to 8:30pm
Register now and don’t miss this valuable learning opportunity.
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Urgent Call for Volunteers!
UniNationals is heading to Perth, and boat drivers are still needed to help deliver one of Australia’s biggest university sporting events. 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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Bunbury Rowing Club's Country Titles Regatta
Enjoy fast-paced 500m racing at the Bunbury Country Titles, with straight finals creating exciting competition from the first race to the last.
Open to both junior and masters rowers, this regional regatta is a great opportunity to race, reconnect and enjoy a day on the water.
Entry is just $50 per person, or $25 for juniors. While you're there, grab a bite from the Gull & Anchor, conveniently located next to the club.
Register now and make a weekend of it in Bunbury! 🚣♀️🚣♂️
📍 Where: Bunbury Racing Course
📅 When: 17 October 2026
⏰ Entries Close: 12 October 2026
Get your crews together and make a weekend of it!
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Pennant #3 Wrap Up
Pennant #3 delivered a fantastic day of racing, with sunshine and light winds providing ideal conditions on the water, and in - for some!
The day opened with the Asian Tour Pair Selection trials before crews turned their attention to the Sculling Ladder events. Oliver Cliff claimed the Men's A Grade Single Scull, while Imogen Hubbard took out the Women's A Grade title.
With one round remaining, the Sculling Ladder standings are tightening and pennant points remain up for grabs, with UWA currently leading the overall club scoreboard.
For full results, follow the link below.
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All Schools State Championships | 8 August 2026
Despite challenging weather, athletes delivered outstanding performances at the 2026 All Schools State Championships. The market place was a hit with athletes testing their vertical jump ability and stocking up with their favourite regatta merch!
Records tumbled, State titles were decided, and schools battled it out for Champion School honours in an exciting finale to the school rowing season.
Shenton College secured its third consecutive Champion School title, while standout performances across the regatta showcased the depth of talent in WA school rowing. 🚣♀️🏆🚣♂️
Click below for the full story and link to the livestream from a memorable day at Champion Lakes.
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Pennant #4 | Final Hit-Out Before States
The final Pennant Regatta before the State Championships takes place on 29 August at Champion Lakes. With a full day of sweep racing and the final opportunity to earn points in the Sculling Ladder, as crews race for the Lynne Bayliss and Neil Smith Trophies.
Don't miss the Beach Sprint Exhibition Race during the lunch break and experience one of rowing's fastest-growing disciplines.
Follow the results and tune into the livestream from home or watch it at the venue on the livestream.
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WA Crew Wins World Championship Bronze
Western Australia is celebrating a remarkable international achievement after an all-WA Women’s Four crew claimed bronze at the 2026 World Rowing Under 19 Championships in Bulgaria.
Representing Australia, Oceane Jeannerat, Charlotte Hansen-Knarhoi, Stella Wandel and Olivia Hansen-Knarhoi, coached by Tom Gatti, produced an outstanding performance to finish third behind Romania and Great Britain. 💚💛
Their result showcases the strength of WA’s athlete pathway and signals an exciting future for Australian rowing.
Read the full story and relive the crew’s bronze medal performance.
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UniRoos Gain Valuable International Experience
Australia’s UniRoos competed at the 2026 FISU World University Rowing Championships in London, Ontario, Canada, from 13-15 August, taking on some of the world’s best student-athletes.
Among the standout performances was the Women’s Four, featuring University of Western Australia rower Emma Pittman, who helped her crew finish the regatta on a high with a convincing B Final victory by over a length, with a time of 7:11.29.
Across the team, every crew improved throughout the championship, gaining invaluable international racing experience and showcasing the strength of Australia’s emerging rowing talent.
Read the full event wrap and results.
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Capsize Drills: Are Your Members Ready?
Capsize drills are a critical part of on-water safety and help ensure every rower knows what to do in an emergency.
Rowing WA's On-Water Safety Guidelines require participants to demonstrate swimming competency, including swimming in rowing kit, treading water, swimming underwater, and understanding capsize procedures.
Clubs should regularly review their records to ensure all members have completed the required training and that swimming competency and capsize drills are up to date. 🚣♀️💙🛟
Check your club's compliance and help keep everyone safe on the water.
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Supporting Rowing Across Australia
A huge thank you to Perfect Balance Rowing (PBR) for supporting the All Schools State Championships with a generous voucher prize for our athlete challenge in the Marketplace. The competition brought plenty of energy, fun and friendly rivalry off the water, helping to create a great regatta experience for competitors and spectators alike.
PBR continues to be a valued supporter of rowing in Western Australia, and we're grateful for their ongoing commitment to our rowing community. 💙🚣♀️🏆
Learn more and explore the full range at Perfect Balance Rowing
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Pre-loved Equipment
Looking for a boat bag? This week's classifieds feature a Sykes padded single scull boat bag in great condition. With only minor cosmetic marks and plenty of life left, it's a practical option for protecting your boat during transport and storage.
💰 $450
Check out the full listing and other rowing gear available in the Rowing WA classifieds.
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