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SWIMMINGNEW SOUTH WALES
LIMITED
ANNUAL REPORT&
FINANCIAL STATEMENT2006 – 2007
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NEW SOUTH WALES LIMITEDOFFICERS AND ADVISERS 2006/2007
PATRONHER EXCELLENCY PROF MARIE BASHIR AC
GOVERNOR OF NEW SOUTH WALES
VICE PATRONS
THE PREMIER OF NSWMR R PEGRAM MBE, OAM
MRS E STEWART OAM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT CLIFF HARRISDIRECTOR BILL FORDDIRECTOR FRANK LATTADIRECTOR SUZANNE BERGERSENDIRECTOR CAROL CAIRNSDIRECTOR GLORIA WEIGMANNDIRECTOR PETER LOZANDIRECTOR NEIL ROGERSDIRECTOR PAT TROYDIRECTOR JON SHAW
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER IAN HARKNESS
REPRESENTATIVES
RECORDS OFFICER HELEN WOODSELECTORS LYNN ELLIOTT
RON JORDANSUE BERGERSEN
DELEGATE TO SWIMMING AUSTRALIA LTD CLIFF HARRISDELEGATES TO NSW OLYMPIC COUNCIL STUART ALLDRITT OAM
RON JORDANDELEGATES TO AUST COMMONWEALTH GAMES STUART ALLDRITT OAM
PAT TROYAUDITORS ERNST & YOUNG
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Honour Roll of Life Members
Since the inception of New South Wales Amateur Swimming Association
Life Member Date of I nduction
J. Taylor, C.B.E* 10.09.42
E.S. Marks, C.B.E.* 10.09.42
B.R. Galland* 18.09.44
C.D. Bell* 12.09.46
J. Dexter, M.C.* 08.09.49
D. Hellmrich* 04.09.52
S.B. Grange,.* 09.09.54
W.J. Williams* 06.09.56
J.H. Morison* 06.09.56
R.F. Pegram,. 04.09.58
J. Brophy, I.S.O., K.O.SG .*; 06.09.62
Hon. L.J. Herron, C.M.G. 02.09.65
R.G. Askew* 10.06.67
P. Flynn, 14.06.69
J.C. Chapman Jnr* 14.06.69
W. Berge-Phillips* 14.06.69
J.P. Henri* 13.06.70
L. Phillips,.* 27.06.74
K.F. Knight 18.06.77
N.B. Dixon 21.06.80
R.D. Faraday,* 18.06.83
H.J. Lang 15.06.85
E. Stewart, 14.06.86
J. Valler 14.06.86
S.W. Alldritt 13.06.87
I. Wye, M.B.E. 13.06.87
I. King O.A.M.* 18.06.88
J. Harrison* 17.06.89
H.J. Schofield, 17.06.95
R. Jordan 13.06.98
T. Samuel 13.06.98
C.B. Rickards* 19.06.99
H. Wood 17.06.00
*Denotes Deceased
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SWIMMING NEW SOUTH WALES LIMITEDOBJECTS OF THE COMPANY
The objects of the Company are to: affiliate and otherwise liaise with SAL or its successor or assign and such other bodies as may be desirable to achieve these
Objects;
conduct, encourage, promote, advance, control and administer swimming activities in and throughout New South Wales;
provide for the conduct, encouragement, promotion and administration of swimming activities through and by various MemberAssociations for the mutual and collective benefit of the Members;
provide for the conduct, encouragement, promotion and administration of educational activities through and by various MemberAssociations and Associate Members for technical officials, coaches, athletes and learn to swim programs for the mutual andcollective benefit of the Members;
act in good faith and loyalty to ensure the maintenance and enhancement of the Company and swimming, its standard s, qualityand reputation for the collective and mutual benefit of the Members and swimming;
at all times operate with and promote mutual trust and confidence between the Company and the Members in pursuit of theseObjects;
at all times to act on behalf of , in the interests of, and in conjunction, with the Members;
promote the economic and sporting success, strength and stability of the Company, and each Member Association and to actinterdependently with each Member Association in pursuit of these Objects;
ensure compliance with the by-laws, policies and rules as amended from time to time of FINA, SAL and the Company;
make New South Wales the leader in Australian swimming;
apply the property and capacity of the Company towards the fulfilment and achievement of these Objects;
use and protect the Intellectual Property;
collect, distribute and publish information in connection with swimming;
promote and control state meetings, competitions and championships and to the extent relevant, promote and assist inconducting national and international meetings, competitions and championships;
strive for governmental, commercial and public recognition of the Company, the Member Associations and swimming;
promulgate and secure uniformity in such rules as may be necessary or appropriate for the management and control of swimmingand related activities in New South Wales;
promote swimming as a spectator sport;
through or in association with the Member Associations or other entities or of itself, promote the health and safet y of all IndividualMembers;
pursue through itself or others such commercial arrangements, including sponsorship and marketing opportunities as areappropriate, to further these Objects;
formulate or adopt and implement appropriate policies, including in relation to member protection, equal opportunity, equity, drugsin sport, health, safety, junior and senior programs and such other matters as arise from time to time as issues to be addressed inswimming;
represent the interests of its Members and of swimming generally in any appropriate forum;
have regard to the public interest in its operation;
do all that is reasonably necessary to enable these Objects to be achieved and to enable the Members to receive the benefitswhich these Objects are intended to achieve;
encourage and promote performance-enhancing drug free competition; and
undertake and or do all things or activities which are necessary, incidental or conducive to advance these Objects.
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SWIMMING NEW SOUTH WALES LIMITEDANNUAL REPORT 2006 / 2007
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
I am pleased to present to you the 110th Annual Report of Swimming New South Wales Limited.
The extensive number of reports covering a vast array of areas within the Company and the sport arevery informative and more than adequately encompass the activities and achievements by, and within,the Company over the last twelve months thus I will not elaborate on many points but identify a fewmajor aspects without trying to create repetition in the document.
The rekindling of a strong partnership with the NSW Institute of Sport for the ongoingdevelopment of our athletes.
The associated review of our Sharks and Flippers development programs along with the role of Regional Academies of Sport
The establishment of a Memorandum of Understanding and Service Agreement with ASCTA NSW
The distribution of New Member Kits to Clubs
The involvement in the National Junior Excellence Program.
The review of the Company governance documents and subsequent adoption of a new Constitution and By Laws.
A greater working relationship with Disability Agencies in the delivery of swim meets for athletes with a disability.
The involvement in a National Insurance Scheme resulting in increased benefits.
The delivery of the “Stepping Up To Gold” educational seminar.
The delivery of Go Club seminars in a number of Areas.
The re-signing of all the Company’s corporate partners, some for multiple year commitments
The implementation of a more informative web site.
A strong financial result for the Company during the period.
Congratulations are extended to the following members:-
Janelle Barnett, Suzanne Bergersen, Mary Carty, Brian Dry, Jann Fathers, Bill Ford, Brian Hosford, Aloysius Koh and Neil Rogersappointed as FINA Technical Officials at the 2007 Melbourne World Championships.
World Championships team members, Craig Stevens (Aquadot), Kenrick Monk and Grant Brits (SOPAC), Hayden Stoeckel, TayliahZimmer and Lara Davenport (Kingscliff), Stephanie Williams and Shelley Clarke (Hunter) along with coaching staff Tracey Menzies(Aquadot) and Greg Salter (Kingscliff) and Manager Bruce Steed.The achievements of our members in the Australian team at the Melbourne FINA World Championships and the results of our membersin the Company’s State teams / squads can be found in the Swimming Development section of this annual report.
George Cunningham and Alfred Sparkes for receiving OAM Honours in the Queens Birthday Honours List
All members who achieved selection in the various Squads and Programs conducted throughout the year
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Tom Sullivan – Life Member of Leeton Club and Riverina District Paul King – Technical Official, Orange Harry Kellett – ACT Kevin Berry – Gold Medalist in 200 Fly at 1964 Tokyo Olympics Marjorie Purcell – Technical Official
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Appreciation
There are many expressions of thanks throughout the report, rightly so, to many people involved in the sport however I would like to note thefollowing:-
Speedo, for their ongoing support of the Company Sydney Credit Union, for their continued involvement with the metropolitan championships Courtyard by Marriott North Ryde, for their commitment to the country championships Telstra, for their support at all levels particularly the Telstra Assistance Grant program Union of Old Swimmers, for their support of developing athletes Department of Sport & Recreation for the continued support of swimming Charles Turner and the NSWIS staff for their approach to the revitalized swimming partnership between our respective organizations Ross Coggan and the staff at SOPAC for their co-operation and support of our activities Glenn Tasker and the Swimming Australia staff for their assistance Ernst & Young for their professionalism in conducting the Company’s audit.
To all Board members, Committee personnel, other Company office bearers, District representatives, Club representatives, technical officials,coaches, parents and athletes who have contributed at any level over the last year I extend a general thank you for your involvement with the sportand the thanks of the staff for your support and co-operation in what has been a challenging year for most of us.
Staff
Twelve months ago there was minimal staffing at the Homebush office and I extend my thanks to Carol McDonald, Sarah Winston and MichelleBoon for their untiring efforts during a busy period for keeping the wheels of industry turning.
Gail Rea and her staff continue to produce results at the Speedo Shop and my thanks to them for their ongoing efforts.
Sarah has left us to travel overseas and Carol has chosen to reduce her workload and now assists us on a periodical basis both in the office and atthe Speedo Shop.
Michelle has been joined in the office by Mark Heathcote, Kimberly Brown, Jade Bull and Lyndall Murray and I would like to acknowledge all theirefforts during a year where we were all trying to find our feet as well as undertaking pro active projects.
Their efforts have been above and beyond and I look forward to what can be achieved in the ensuing year.
Ian HarknessChief Executive OfficerSwimming NSW
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PRESIDENTS REPORT
It is with great pleasure that I present my report to you for the 2006 –2007 financial year. My reportcomments on some of our achievements over the past year and importantly, reflects on what I foreseeas the challenges the Company faces in the year ahead.
A LOOK BACK AT OUR ACHIEVEMENTSThe highlight undoubtedly was the overwhelming endorsement of a new constitution at the SpecialGeneral Conference in March which completed the corporate governance journey commenced in 2001.The acceptance signified the communication and trust that now exists between the Arearepresentatives, staff and Directors. One major change in the constitution is for the election of Presidentand Directors which will be determined by postal voting and the result announced at the Annual GeneralMeeting. I implore all Club and Area Secretaries to ensure their organisation on receipt of the votingpapers from the Company’s returning officer register their vote.
As a result of the adoption of the new constitution the Board has reviewed and implemented changes to the By-Laws and Rules. Copies of all theCompany’s documents and Policies are available on the Company’s web site.
The Board has continued the establishment and implementation of sound governance culture and processes. These include: Delegating appropriate powers to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), staff and committees to ensure effective day to day management of
the Company; Developing, approving and monitoring the strategic direction and the financial direction of the Company; Ensuring that competitive and business risk is identified through the Company’s Risk Management and Action Plans; Director and Committee Confidential and Code of Ethics policies; and Ensuring compliance with applicable laws;
The Company’s Business Plan was reviewed by the Board on a regular basis and it is pleasing to report that at year end over eighty percent of theobjectives were achieved. A major change implemented for the coming year is for the CEO’s monthly report to the Board is based on the outcomesof the Business Plan
As indicated in the Financial Report we have ended the year with a small surplus as opposed to the budget deficit of $35050.00. The reason for thisoutcome is covered in the financial report.
A workshop was held in November with representatives invited from each District to discuss the report of the Boundary Committee. In considerationof comments and concerns raised by the representatives the Committee made amendments which were received by the Board to enable furtherdiscussion at a future workshop.
One area of concern identified in my report last year was the lack of experienced coaches at international level with home programs and the lack ofdirection and support for our developing coaches and athletes from the Company and NSW Institute of Sport. It is pleasing to report that a strongrelationship has been formed with the Institute, the appointment in October of Jim Fowlie as the Institute High Performance Coaching Director andthe implementation by Jim of programs for the development of our athletes and coaches from World Championship members to National Agemedalists. Further information on our programs is detailed in the swim development report in this publication. The Board also approved theappointment of an additional two Development Officers to primarily service our athletes and coaches outside the Sydney, Newcastle andWollongong regions.
In the competitive area the Company successfully hosted the 2006 National Age Championships at SOPAC and conducted its best State OpenChampionships for many years. Our appreciation is extended to Swimming Australia and ASCTA for their financial support which assisted inattracting the outstanding competition that competed at the championships.
At the grass root level of our sport the Company is pleased to be involved in the distribution of new member kits to all clubs and the participation inthe National Junior Excellence program.
LOOKING TO THE FUTUREThe year ahead should be one of consolidation for the Company, ensuring that the new committee structure operates as planned and for theDirectors to focus on the strategic direction of the company.
The consultation between Members, Club, Area, Committees, Staff and Directors must be strengthened by using all available means ofcommunications. The Board must continue to consult the membership on their views and future direction of the Company.Undoubtedly the boundary revision must be addressed.
As indicated in the 2007-2008 Budget the coming year will be a challenge due to the increase in expenditure on wages due to the additionaldevelopment officers and the cost associated with providing the opportunity of high level competition and benefits for all our members from club toelite. The Company’s income has to be substantially increased without the need to burden the members with increased charges.
The swim development program being implemented by Jim Fowlie is a long term remedy and to succeed requires the full support of all, coaches,athletes, parents and officials.
ACHIEVING THESE RESULTS
I would like to take this opportunity to thank my colleagues on the Board for an outstanding year of service. Their commitment, professionalism andexperience have all contributed to the significant achievements of our Company. Directors Pat Troy, Neil Rogers and Gloria Wiegman have advisedthat they will not be seeking re-election for the coming year. All have worked tirelessly for the benefit of members and the Board; I would like tothank them for their contribution.
The management of our Company, headed by our CEO Ian Harkness and his staff, Michelle Boon, Mark Heathcote, Kimberly Brown, Jade Bull,LyndallMurray, Gail Rea and Carolyn McDonald have provided outstanding service to our members over the past twelve months. We are very
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fortunate to have such a dedicated team delivering exceptional results for Swimming New South Wales. I want to express to all of them mygratitude and thanks for another exceptional year.
I MUST PAY TRIBUTE TO Olympian Ian Thorpe who announced his retirement during the year for his outstanding achievements in the sport. Ian in all aspects has
been a credit to himself, his family, Swimming NSW and Australia. The Company wishes Ian all the best in his future endeavors. Directors, Bill Ford, Frank Latta, Pat Troy, Carol Cairns, Neil Rogers, Gloria Wiegmann , Peter Lozan, Suzanne Bergersen and Jon Shaw
for their dedication and support in performing their duties. All members of the Competition, Country, Education, Finance, Learn to Swim, Metropolitan, Open Water and Technical Committees, who
give huge amounts of their time in providing assistance to the Company. The members of the Rules Revision Committee, Bill Ford, Peter Lozan and Ian Harkness who assisted me in reviewing the Company’s
Constitution, By-Laws, Articles and Rules. The Area Representatives who play a vital role in the Company’s success. The Company relies heavily on their enthusiasm to ensure
that there is an open communication flow between the Board, their Area and Clubs. The Technical Officials who continue to provide their expertise and time from Club to International level. Without these dedicated people
our sport could not function. Thank you for your continued support. The members of ASCTA (NSW) who continue to be very supportive. Thank you for guidance and assistance in maintaining the high level
of our teams and programs. The Volunteers and Parents who work at all levels of our sport, contributing many hours of their time to ensure swimming happens.
Sincere thanks for your contribution, dedication and support; the success of Swimming New South Wales is reflected in your efforts.
CONCLUSIONThis is the last Annual Report I will deliver to members as President as I will not be seeking re-election for another term.My extreme thanks go to those Directors who have served with me over the past six years for their support and loyalty.I am indebted to the members of Swimming New South Wales for giving me the opportunities to be involved in the sport in the various rolesentrusted to me.It has been a wonderful journey and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to be part of it. I have been fortunate to have worked with and beenassisted by some very dedicated people from Club to International levels. I want to thank all who have given me a helping hand along the way.
CLIFF HARRISPRESIDENT
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COMPETITION
As SNSW enters the final stages in the restructure to align our governance to meet the needs of thetwenty first century and the future needs of our sport of swimming, it is with much reflection that Ipresent to you my fifth and final report as Competition Director. The past year has been a very busy andchallenging one for the Competition committee as once again a number of changes were implementedto the timing and nature of our competition programs. Some of the changes were a deliberate attemptto increase participation in our sport and others were the result of the timing of National andInternational Swimming Events. (see Competition Committee report later in this publication for a fullsummary)
The most dramatic change to our competition program this year was with the Speedo Sprint Series. This meet had the best attendance of any ofour meets for many years. The inclusion of an additional swimmer for each event and the inclusion of District Relay events in the finals programresulted in the majority of our districts being represented on the day. As with any first time event, there were some minor problems anddisappointments, however, it appears that our aim of increased participation did occur, and with minor refinements this event should helpencourage swimmer participation.
The Summer Age Program conducted this year certainly led to much discussion and action for next year. After much consultation it has beenagreed that the Summer Age program for next year will mirror this years five day National Age program, which will include the distance and relaysevents. The 10yrs/U-12 years State Championships will be held over three session/1.5 days prior to the five day program, with the open Waterchampionships conducted on day 6 and 7.
Our Pool and Open Water Championships were well supported this year by both our own swimmers and interstate swimmers. As we move towardsBeijing, NSW’s competitions have been identified as excellent preparation meets for both competitors and technical officials. The detailedcompetition calendar that is now available from SAL and the appointment of the new NSWIS Head Coach has meant that the competitioncommittee can now establish a two year calendar with some confidence.
Once again this year the committee received an increase in communication and comments about SNSW competition programs. All feedback iswelcome and is always discussed and actioned if possible. Please remember it is through your feedback that allow the full examination of allaspects of a successful competition program.
At this point I wish to thank the members of both the Competition and Open Water Committees for their valuable time and input. The diverse natureof our committee membership, along with their commitment to our sport, has always ensured very lively meeting. I encourage those of yo u with thissame devotion to nominate for these committees in June; it is with your input and knowledge our successes will continue and multiply.
I wish to express a sincere thank you to Cliff Harris and my fellow board members, and to Ian Harkness and his dedicated Office staff who havecollated all entries and coordinated events to enable the smooth running of NSW competitions.
SUZANNE BERGERSENCOMPETITION DIRECTOR
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COUNTRY
I would like to commence my final Country Director report with a quote from the Annual Report 1998–1999 when our Vice President, Bill Ford, wrote “the Association must Change to meet the needs ofits members and to survive.”Change has taken a long time, and a detailed legal process, to meet the changes required to formSwimming NSW into a company with best business practices.
The changes mean we no longer have a Country Committee with a representative from each districtmeeting two or three times a year. Instead it is planned to have two full time employees to be out inthe country cities and towns meeting directly with the membership, clubs and areas and reportingdirectly to the CEO.Our Country Development Officers will have the opportunity to arrange adjoining areas to meet together to discuss “local” issues, create a closerbond between areas and improve communication with the office.
Some people are saying the changes now in place will see country swimming die without a Country Committee. This is incorrect as there will bemore contact with the membership. There will still be the Country Championships and Regional Meets. We will still have clubs and swimmersoperating in the same towns and pools, their needs for assistance will be addressed more promptly under the new systems in place.
During the past year we have seen the response to having staff back out in the country areas, after a lapse of two to three years. Our DevelopmentOfficer Kimberly Brown was welcomed to many towns this year to talk to clubs and districts. At times her visits were in conjunction with Eric Arnold,coach of the Hunter Club, providing coaching clinics for the country coaches. Was the renewed contact in some way responsible for the results atthe recent Country Championships? The depth we have in the country was shown when 55 clubs from the 101 clubs entered were able to go homewith a medal winner from their club. A local hero, a reason to promote our sport in the local newspapers, and television, a club member for others tofollow and inspire to higher achievements.
We do have problems, the biggest one being water. No one person can solve it. Will pools close and clubs fold? We are entering a new phase withnew challenges. To succeed we need to work together to give our members the results they deserve.I would like to think that the present Board of Swimming NSW has been able to provide “direction that will take us into the future and provide thenext generation of members with a sound foundation.”
CAROL CAIRNSCOUNTRY DIRECTOR
EDUCATION
During my 14 years involvement with the Education Committee, I would say that 2006/2007 hasbeen the most adventurous and successful.
The committee has been fortunate to include passionate and talented members, CommitteeSecretary, Chris Evans, Marilyn Roberts, Cherry Smith, Craig Boles and Ingrid Vanderberg. OurCommittee was sad to lose Gwen Ridge from our ranks, due to personal issues. Additionalmembers have been Rob McGuiness, Ian Hien and Alex Warwar.
300 young swimmers, parents and coaches participated in the highly acclaimed “Stepping Up ToGold” Seminar. Members of the committee are now finalising the Maximum Performance seminar,to be held at the NSW Institute of Sport and anticipate another success.
The very popular Meet Manager workshop has been upgraded to accommodate the new Version 2 and has been conducted all over New SouthWales throughout the year. Managing A Team, Announcer and Learning More About Swimming workshops have also been conducted.Committee members have updated all notes and publications, which can be viewed on the Swimming NSW website.
“ED’s Snack Stop” recipes are still being published in The Swimmer. Cherry Smith compiled a clever recipe booklet, containing the past two year’srecipes. 400 of these were distributed at the Expo held during the New South Wales Summer Championships.
This will be my last term as a Director, but I hope you will still see me around in another capacity associated with Swimming NSW.
On behalf of the Education Committee, now known as Projects & Membership Committee, I would like to thank the office staff, fellow Boardmembers and outgoing President, Cliff Harris, for their support. I wish the new President and Board Members every success with the new structureof Swimming NSW.
My years on this committee has been rewarding and given me great satisfaction.
GLORIA WIEGMANNEDUCATION DIRECTOR
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METROPOLITAN
Another swimming year has come to a close and already we are looking toward the Winter season. I amconfident that everyone, at all levels of the sport have achieved great things with their swimming this yearand achieved personal mile stones. Hard work and dedication to the sport pays of in the end. I have just hadthe pleasure of officiating at the World Championships in Melbourne. It was a great experience and a greatmeet with a tremendous atmosphere. It was amazing having a pool in the Rod Laver Arena and the fans soclose.
Our Clubs and Districts provide important events and activities that ensure our swimmers gain new skills tohelp them move forward with their swimming. Our champions of the future have firm foundations set at theselevels.
The Metropolitan Committee has met on a regular basis throughout the year and this ensures important information is fed back to districts andclubs and that they are kept up-to-date with information. It is also a forum for raising issues or getting ideas from other Districts and District Clubs.The committee meetings are always well attended and members are actively engaged in reviewing programs to ensure the best competition can beprovided for our swimmers. With the changes to the Swimming NSW Constitution the Committee will no longer be a standing committee of theCompany. This will be a big change for some but be assured that Clubs and Districts will still be informed about what is going on in the Company. Iwould like to thank the committee members for their valued input and dedication during the year.
The Metropolitan swimming programs continue to be well patronised and two highly competitive Championships were held during the year. Thecompetition is always fierce and some fantastic results were produced.
The Short Course Championships in July, 2006 produced great swimming. The pointscore was taken out by SLC Aquadot with Carlile (2nd) andWarringah (3rd). With the change in age groups a number of new records were established and quite a few records (Australian and World) werebroken by disabled swimmers.
The Summer Championships were also well attended by swimmers and officials. Swimmer numbers were down but this has been a trend in allState meets in the last 12 months. The pointscore was won by Carlile with Bankstown Sports (2nd) and SLC Aquadot (3rd ).
A big thankyou to Steve Williams(Short Course) and Cherry Smith (Summer Championships), who acted as Meet Directors for our Championships.
A special thank you also to the Sydney Credit Union for their continued support of our Championships.
Well done and congratulations to everyone who has made the 2006/07 a successful one. The support of officials and volunteers is always greatlyappreciated.
Congratulations and best wishes to the NSW swimmers who represented Australia over the past 12 months.
Thank you to the Swimming NSW office staff for their continued support over the past year.The year ahead will again be a busy and challenging one.
NEIL ROGERSMETROPOLITIAN DIRECTOR
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TECHNICAL
The Swimming NSW Technical Committee has completed another highly successful and satisfyingyear. Candidates continue to present themselves for training and examinations in ever increasingnumbers and Swimming NSW is approaching the figure of 4,000 active Technical Officials. This is theenvy of every other State in Australia and reinforces that our recruitment, training and accreditationprocesses are the benchmarks for all other States.
The biennial ALEC Convenors’ Workshop was held in August 2006 and again much valuableinformation was harvested from those attending. It was pleasing to see that most Districts took theopportunity to be part of this workshop and hopefully those Districts who have not been involved inthe past will reconsider their position on the matter and make every attempt to be part of future workshops. The innovative ideas, input andknowledge that the participants at the Workshops provide are a fundamental part of the success that Swimming New South Wales achieves inregards to the recruitment and training of our Technical Officials.
Congratulations go to George Cunningham on being awarded the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) for recognition of his long and outstandingservice to swimming and many other social organizations.
The revising and updating of the Training Notes and Examination Papers has again been an ongoing process throughout the year. The feedbackand suggestions received from the District ALECs greatly assist in the way that these documents are presented for the intending examinationcandidates.
The majority of the various Swimming NSW conducted meets have been more than adequately staffed by our Technical Officials. New SouthWales Technical Officials have also greatly contributed to the conduct of the Australian, Oceania and World Championships.
My thanks to The members of the Technical Committee for their untiring efforts during the year. The Board of Directors for the support that they give to the Technical Committee, our Technical Officials and all our other volunteers. The ALEC Convenors and the members of the District Committee for the work that they provide in the training and accreditation of their
District Technical Officials. To the Technical Officials who willingly give their time and expertise officiating at the various meets conducted by Swimming New South
Wales, Swimming Australia and the various other sporting organisations that had requested their assistance. Ian Harkness and all the office staff for their assistance with the large amount of correspondence, printing requirements and the various
projects which is generated by the Technical Committee.
PAT TROYTECHNICAL DIRECTOR
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PLANNING
The planning function for 2006/2007 has embraced the updating of the Business Plan as well as a revision ofthe Board level Risk Management Audit. The strategies in both of these documents are complementary andessential to the proper conduct of our business.Board members contribute to these documents and the realisation of the agreed strategies is a dualresponsibility between the CEO’s organization and the committees. Under our new constitution, directors willperform an advisory and guidance role with the committees, following the removal of portfolio responsibilities.
The regular distribution of the glossy version of the strategic plan, Strategic Direction 2005—2009 is animportant requirement to update new and existing members alike of the direction our sport is taking. It alsoallows people the opportunity to consider and provide feedback on pertinent issues. Members should remind their club secretaries to makeStrategic Directions available to all of their members. This plan is due for review later in 2007 and the review will include an opportunity for areasand members to make their contributions.A summary of progress against our Business Plan thus far indicates:
Revised Number of Strategies 80 Achieved (Fully, as Far as Possible or Ongoing activity) 53 In Progress or Partially Achieved 12 Deferred for various reasons 1 Not Achieved 14
The results are fairly commensurate with that achieved last year, but more could be done. One way we can tighten up is to express more strategiesin a way which can achieve a specific outcome during the year. Many of our strategies are ongoing and roll over from year to year. The Board mayreflect on this during the next year.
Whilst the President and Chief Executive Officer have comments on specific achievements, it is worthy of note to comment on the work done by theCEO in rationalizing the NSW Institute of Sport relationship. This has also solved the long running problem of identifying and employing a headcoach. I believe that the new arrangements will serve us well into the future.We continue to run professionally competent meets as well as assisting Swimming Australia when required.
My thanks are extended to the office staff for their continued courtesy and assistance when required.The new governance arrangements present a challenge to all concerned to enhance the development of swimming in NSW and provide a properplanning framework for the future. I look forward to being involved with this challenge.
PETER LOZANDIRECTOR
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NSW State Open Short Course Championships4-5 August 2006
The NSW Open Short Course Championships were conducted again over three sessions and this exciting format led to some exciting swimming.441 Competitors from 89 clubs, including a team from the AIS competed at the championships.Illustrating the closeness of the competition was a sensational dead heat between Jodie Henry and Alice Mills in the Women’s 100m Freestyle.SLC Aquadot with 712 points won the club point score from Hunter who were on 650 points and SAC Seals finished third on 638 points.
NSW State Age Short Course Championships15- 17 September 2006
The NSW State Age Short Course Championships continue to be the biggest event, in terms of athlete and entry numbers, on the Swimming NSWcalendar. This year did not disappoint with a total of 1268 competitors from 142 Clubs competing at the championships. These numbers are slightlydown on last year’s event (See Figure below) but still created a very strong field of swimmers for the three days of competition. Not only was thecompetition strong from within NSW, but teams from NewZealand, Queensland and Victoria were also in the hunt for swag of gold medals.
The club point score was as usual a close competition with Carlile taking the honors on 2691 points from SLC Aquadot on 2392 points andBlacktown City finished third with 1542 points. This event was once again the culmination of the winter season for many of the age group swimmersand resulted in some great swims.
NSW 13-18 Years State Age Championships6-10 January 2007
Overall 1018 Swimmers from 146 Clubs competed at this year’s State 13 -18 Years Age Championships. This was a significant increase from lastyear and is an encouraging sign for age swimming in NSW. The competition for places in finals was very tough, which led to some great swimmingin the heats.The meet club point score went to Carlile with 1903 points, in second place was SOPAC Swim Club with 1322 points and in third was Hunter with1083 points.
NSW 10 & Under -12 Years State Age Championships12-13 January 2007
This year’s event was a spectacular affair with well over 1000 competitors attending the two days of competition. This meet rarely disappoints, withswimmers continuing to achieve personal best times throughout the meet as well as breaking NSW Records. The relays again were a highlight formany and the club point score came down to the very last event on the program. SLC Aquadot won in the end with 944 points, with Carlile a mere20 Points behind on 924, Hunter finished in third place on 783 points.This year the distance meet that is usually held in November was incorporated into these championships. This gave the younger swimmers longerrecovery time between their swims and gave the program a greater mix of events.Congratulations must go to Alexandra Sinadinovic from Wests Illawarra Aquatic who had an outstanding meet claiming four gold and two silvermedals and also broke the NSW 10 years and under 100m Breaststroke record in a time of 1:23.08.
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NSW State Open Championships16-18 February 2007
The State Open Championships continue to be a highlight for many in the Swimming NSWsummer calendar. This year’s event was no exception, with the World Championships not too faraway, 31 Telstra Dolphins as well as the best talent NSW had to offer traveled to SOPAC forthree days of outstanding swimming.Extra incentive was given to both the swimmers and coaches in the form of prize money forthose swimmers who achieved the highest FINA Point score in their event. A total of $30,000was up for grabs and it made for excellent swimming amongst the 596 athletes who attend thisyear’s championships, the highest number of swimmers in 5 years.(See Figure Below).
Included in that number were athletes from all across Australia, Papua New Guinea, NewZealand, Switzerland and Denmark. As expected the Club Point score went right down to thewire with Carey Aquatic (644 points) just edging out SLC Aquadot (577 points) and RedcliffeLeagues Lawnton (449 Points). Swimming NSW would like to acknowledge the support of ASCTA and Swimming Australia in providing funding forthese championships.
NSW State Age & Open 5Km & 10Km Open Water Championships14 & 15 January 2007
This year’s the State Age Championships were once again completed with Swimming NewSouth Wales’ 5km & 10km Age and Open Water Swimming Championships. We were treated toanother spectacular day at The Olympic International Regatta Centre at Penrith. TheChampionships were contested over a modified “Olympic” OWS course to ensure that thespectators had a view of the entire races.
The Championships saw a record 203 entrants contesting the 5km event, including a team fromthe Italy who were very strong and took line honours in both the Womens and Men’s events.There were also teams competing from Canada, Victoria, South Australia and Queensland,which made for a very competitive field. Technical Officials from Queensland also came down toassist and learn at the meet and it was great to have them attend.
In the 10km event on Monday, 48 swimmers took to the water and once again the Italians weretoo strong for the local swimmers, despite some gallant swims by the NSW Swimmers. Theadded depth the Italians provided helped our swimmers gauge their performances against world class swimmers.
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Sydney Credit Union NSW Metropolitan Short Course Championships1-2 July 2006 at SOPAC
The Sydney Credit Union NSW Metropolitan Short Course Championships were held at SOPAC in early July with some strong swimmingthroughout the weekend. Although the number of athletes competing was down slightly from 2005, the number of entries actually increased. Boththe number of athletes and entries have remained stable over the last five years. (See figure below)SLC Aquadot again won the Club point score with 2988 points followed by Carlile on 2383 points and Warringah Aquatic on 1121 Points.The Sydney Credit Union Chairman’s Awards which are presented to the Men’s and Women’s 50m Freestyle winner were again a highlight of themeet with Olivia Halicek (Sydney Swim PLC) taking out the women’s event andMisha Payne (SAC Seals) winning the men’s event.
Sydney Credit Union NSW Metropolitan Championships16-17 December 2006
The Sydney Credit Union Metropolitan Championships returned to December this season and were held at SOPAC on the 16 th & 17 tth of thatmonth. A total of 1057 swimmers took part in these championships competing in 3327 events. These figures are very similar to those of last yearwithplenty of swimmers looking to get their summer season off to a good start.
Once again the Club Point Score was hotly contested and in the end it was Carlile snaring first place with 2179 points, with Bankstown Sports 1774and SLC Aquadot 1611, finishing second and third respectively.
Olivia Halicek (Liverpool) and David Goltsman (Sydney University) received the Sydney Credit Union Chairman’s Award for winning the Open 50mFreestyle events. Liverpool won the small clubs incentive award.
NSW Country Championships
Courtyard by Marriott North Ryde NSW Country Short Course Championships8-9 July 2006 at SOPAC
This year 641 athletes from all across regional NSW converged on the Sydney Olympic ParkAquatic Centre for the NSW Country Short Course Championships. Courtyard by Marriott NorthRyde continued their support of this exciting event and there were some outstanding performanceover the two days. World Champion Libby Lenton also attended the championships as part of apromotion organized with Speedo. This gave swimmers the opportunity to get photos andautographs and some extra inspiration from a swimmer many admire.
The club point score was again a good contest with Hunter (2732) beating Wests Illawarra Aquatic(1669) and Novocastrian (1563).
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Courtyard by Marriott North Ryde NSW Country Championships3-4 March 2007 at SOPACThis year 758 Swimmers took to the water at the Courtyard by Marriott North Ryde NSW Country Championships. Both the number of athletes andentries were again down, with the total number of entries dropping 28% of the last five years. (See Figure below)Despite the decrease in numbers the competition was still very strong and there were some excellent performances across the two days ofcompetition.
The Roger F Pegram Trophy, for the Grand Premier Club was won by Hunter with 1613 points followed by Ginninderra on 1397 points and in thirdplace on 1375 points was Mingara Aquatic. Mingara Aquatic won the W.J Payne Men’s Premiership and Ginninderra won the Women’sPremiership.
The Female and Male Swimmers of the meet are awarded to those swimmers who swim closest to or broke a NSW record. This year the awardswent to Alexandra Sinadinovic of Wests Illawarra Aquatic and Lachlan Staples of Kingswim, respectively. The parade of Competitors was onceagain one of the highlights of the competition. Jindabyne was the proud winner of the small team’s trophy whilst Oak Flats took out the SpeedoTrophy.
Other NSW Meets
NSW Short Course Development Meet1 October 2006
This exciting meet gives districts the opportunity to send their Development Squads to compete at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre tofurther aid their development in competitive swimming. This year a total of 15 Districts sent 543 athletes (an increase of 21 from 2005) to competeand as always the competition was very strong.A special thank you must go to all of the District Team Managers, who worked tirelessly to ensure that the day was a success and congratulationsto all the swimmers who participated, no doubt we will see many of them again at future NSW Championships.
NSW Country Regional Meets27-28 January 2007
This year the NSW Country Regional Meets were conducted at Cowra, Deniliquin and Kempsey on the27th and 28th January 2007.All the meets were a great success; even the adverse weather in Deniliquin couldn’t stop someexcellent swimming over the weekend. These meets continue to provide a platform for regional athletesto take the next step in their swimmer careers and there were no surprises at National Age when manyof the swimmers who starred at these meets took home medals.
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Once again the entries for these meets are hard to predict as so much depends on the location of the meet, but Swimming NSW remainscommitted to ensuring that these meets continue to expose themselves to as many swimmers as possible across the state.
The meet figures for each venue this year were as follows;Cowra 262 competitors 1606 entries 34 ClubsDeniliquin 132 competitors 857 entries 18 ClubsKempsey 332 competitors 2216 entries 44 clubs
A special thank you must go to the clubs at Cowra, Deniliquin and Kempsey for their organization and assistance and to the Meet Directors, PatTroy, Chris Hayes and Debbie Gregg.
NSW Speedo Sprint SeriesHeats 10-11 February , Final 18 March 2007
This year 22 Districts conducted heats of the Speedo Sprint Series and from all reports there was both some fantastic and enjoyable swimmingover the heats weekend. The format was changed slightly this year with three swimmers allowed to progress from each event to the final on the 18th
of March at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre.
A total of 1172 athletes from across 21 Districts attended this year’s final event on the 18th of March, making it the biggest Speedo Finals Seriesever (See Figure Below). The atmosphere was electric with in excess of 2000 spectators filing through the gates to watch the stars of tomorrowtake part, in what was for some, their first ever meet at the Olympic venue.This event continues to grow and become more exciting with each year passing and our thanks must go to Speedo for again supporting thisimportant event.
NSW Annual Club Point Score
At the conclusion of the 2006 Winter Season and the 2006/2007 Summer Season, all the point scores were combined and the NSW Annual ClubPoint Score was calculated. The top ten clubs in the Annual Point score will receive a banner for their club to commemorate an outstanding 12months of Swimming. The top ten clubs are as follows: -
1. Carlile2. SLC Aquadot3. Hunter4. Bankstown Sports5. Novocastrian6. SOPAC Swim Club7. Mingara Aquatic8. Blacktown City9. Wests Illawarra Aquatic10. Warringah
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SWIMMING DEVELOPMENTGO CLUB PROGRAMSOver the past 12 months we have conducted 7 forums in the following districts Southern, Far North Coast, Cumberland, Northern District, MidNorth Coast, New England & Central Northern and Riverina. The club development topics presented at these forums include Club Governance andClub Planning.COACHING CLINICS
In conjunction with two of the Go Club Forums last year New England & Central Northern District(29/10/2006) and the Riverina District (12/11/2006) Peter Freney conducted coaching clinics forthe swimmers in the regions.Those in attendance found the day both informative and enjoyable.A coaching clinic was held at Condobolin Swimming Pool on the 10 th March 2006. AnthonyChapman a coach from Dubbo conducted the clinic with a total of 99 swimmers attending on theday.
COACH EDUCATION WORKSHOPS
Eric Arnold has been conducting coach education workshops in various regions in Country NSW.The first of these workshops was held on the 25 th November in Cootamundra, Southern NSW,with 12 in attendance.
The second of the workshop was held on the 3rd February 2007 in Gunnedah were presented to a large group of 40 attendees. These workshopshave been received well by those in attendance and Eric plans to continue presenting at these workshops throughout country NSW in the future.
COACH ACCREDITATIONA Green Licence Course was held on Saturday 18th & 19th March 2006 at MLC Burwood. Present at the course were 52 candidates;In 2006 SwimEd, the education division of the Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association and Swimming New South Wales havereached agreement on expanding the delivery of Green License coaching courses. Swim Ed are now responsible for coordinating all of NSWGreen Licence Courses.
A Bronze Licence Course was held on the 7th & 8th of October 2006 at MLC Burwood. John Bladon (MLC Marlins) presented the course andStephen Alderman (Sydney University) was a guest speaker during the weekend. There were 24 candidates enrolled in the course.
FORUMS
DATE DISTRICT CLUBS MODULES ATTENDEES
4/06/2006 Southern 11 Club Governance 35
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13/08/2006 Far North Coast 13 Club Governance 41
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24/09/2006 Come'n Try Day Sydney Uni
8/10/2006 Cumberland 14 Club Governance 32
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21/10/2006 Northern Districts 6 Meet Manager 12
25/10/2006 ACT ACT Meet Manager 3
28/10/2006 Northern Districts 10 Club Governance 23
29/10/2006 Mid North Coast 14 Club Governance 25
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29/10/2006 NE & CN 10 Club Governance
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30.10.2006 Castlereagh 3 Meet Manager 12
12/11/2006 Riverina 6 Club Governance
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25-26/11/06 South Western 2 Meet Manager
25/11/06 Cootamundra 1 Coach Ed Workshop 12
15/1212006 St George 1 Meet Manager 3
22/12/2006 S.C.A.T. 1 Meet Manager
3/02/2007 NE & CN 6 Coach Ed Workshop 60
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8/03/2007 Cumberland MySwim Meet Manager 3
10/03/2007 Coaching Clinic Condobolin 99
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2006/2007 Swimming NSW COACH SCHOLARSHIP HOLDERS
Craig Burns Chris Myers Jon Shaw
2006/07 NSW COACH/ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP HOLDERS
Toby Condon/Cameron Piper Cathryn Hendrickson/Benjamin Treffers Ben Jenkinson/Blaine Reichel Phillip McIlwraith/Ryan Hanson Roz Moller/Jaimie Stack Jennifer Pilgrim/Kacey Pilgrim
DISTRICT DEVELOPMENT SQUADS
The levels of District Squads for Season 2006-2007 were:
A Squad: 13-18 year old Australian Qualifiers
B Squad: 14-18 year old State Qualifiers
C Squad: 11-13 year old State Qualifie rs
D Squad: 9-16 year old Non State Qualifiers
DISTRICT B C D TOTAL
ACT Swimming 19 28 35 82
Castlereagh 9 20 53 82
Central Coast 2 14 16
Central Tablelands 2 26 28
Central Western District 12 10 18 40
Cumberland 40 41 41 122
Eastern Suburbs 70 70
Far North Coast 6 13 44 63
New England & Central Northern 64 64
Northern District 2 76 78
Northern Suburbs 45 45
Ovens and Murray 67 67
Riverina 8 6 56 146
Southern District 38 38
South Coast & Tablelands 15 17 51 83
ST George Sutherland 17 16 43 76
Warringah 25 25
Western Suburbs 11 11 44 66
DISABILITY PLANNING COMMITTEE
This year Swimming NSW in conjunction with NSW Sports Federation, NSW Sport and Recreation, and various disability organizations formed adisability planning committee to help encourage participation and create competition opportunities for swimmers with a disability in NSW.The committee received a $10 000 grant from NSW Sports Federation to assist in the planning and implementation of four Swim Meets forSwimmers with a disability in 2007.The first of these meets was held in Blacktown on March 24th, with 111 entries and the day proved to be a great success.
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REPRESENTATIVE TEAMS/ SQUADS
2006 GREAT BRITAN TOURThis year the Japan Olympic Cup Tour was cancelled as it conflicted with Australian Short Course Championships in Hobart.The swimmers selected in this squad were then given the opportunity to participate in an alternative tour to Great Britain.
The swimmers competed in the ASA National Youth Championships from the 1st to the6th August 2006 in Sheffield England.
Team Members- Olivia HalicekBelinda HockingSara MarsonDaniel ArnamnartJames Stacey
Coaches- Craig Burns and Justin RothwellManager- Kerrie Andriolo
11/ 12 YEARS IM SQUAD
1. 25 th of March MLC Burwood2. 24th of June MLC Burwood3. 22nd of July MLC BurwoodNumber of Swimmers Attended- 32Swimmers Coaches - John Bladon, Barbara Blondinau, Glenise Dean, Lynn Elliott, Dean Ewer,Jeff Forbes, Paul Hardman, Les Matthews, Justin McEvoy, Chris Myers, Alan Pickles, JenniferPilgrim, Colin Robson, Justin Rothwell, Kerry Saunders, Paul Sharman, Jon Shaw, Peter Short,Gavin Stewart, Idesa Vincent and Michael Webb.Manager- Trish Roberts
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Laura Angus Wagga Wagga
Kini Chapple Blacktown City
Morgan Cherry Hunter
Michelle Connelly Griffith
Zoe Diamond Atlantis
Hugh Donaldson Ryde
Michael Fell Blacktown City
Nicki Ghazi Ashfield
Hannah Griffin Bayside
Courtney Hansford Blacktown City
Jarrod Hollier Hunter
Matthew Jepson Sea Eagles
Adam Kalms Carlile
Ally Lee Carlile
Rachel Littleton Abbotsleigh
Kirstie Meertens The Hills
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Mitchell Nicholson Wagga Wagga
Scott Phillips SLC Aquadot
Kacey Pilgrim Ballina Emmanuel
Lachlan Reid Bayside
Maddison Schmid SLC Aquadot
Brandon Sibir The Hills
Eliza Smith Hunter
Blake Szumski Campbelltown
Suay Toprak MLC Marlins
Dean Trapalis Breakers
Anthony Truong MLC Marlins
James Tyler Oak Flats
Kirsty Waugh Novocastrian
Blake Wigley The Hills
Lachlan Wyatt Smithfield
Hannah Young NU Swim
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SPEEDO SHARKS CAMP
11th-14th of July at SOPAC and the Courtyard by Marriott, North RydeNumber of Swimmers Attended - 38Head Coach – Tony ShawAssist Coaches-Eric Arnold, Peter Charlton, Stephen Alderman, Bruce Vyvyan, Rodney Furlong, John Bladon, Dean Ewer, Angus Barnes, IanDodd, Michael Mullens and Cathryn Hendrickson.Manager – Suzanne BergensonAssist Manager – Ingrid Vanderburg
Kelly Boxwell 18 SACS Daniel Arnamnart 16 AQBNFiona Connell 16 PTMQ James Beasley 23 MJETShannon Cooper 16 BAQU Adam Bingham 18 TELOLara Davenport 22 MJET Shane Cross 17 WRAQSophie Edington 21 KNGC Timothy Dodd 22 PITWMichele Engelsman 26 MJET Nic Donald 17 SACSJessie Fidler 18 HUNT Ryan Gambin 20 TWINElka Graham 24 SYDU Michael Hardy 17 SMIFOlivia Halicek 17 ASFL Douglas Hepburn 18 KNXPAlison Hartnett 17 NUSW Sam Hourigan 17 KNXPSarah-Jane Horne 16 WIZA Robert Hurley 17 WIAQClaire Housego 18 SLCA Tim Laforest 22 SYDUAlana Ireland 16 KINS George Markovic 18 CARLGemma Johnson 16 BALI Joshua Minogue 18 WIAQKate Johnson 18 BALI David Mitchell 18 WIAQMichelle Laauw 16 SLCA Kenrick Monk 18 SACSErin Malone 16 SLCA Jonathon Newton 25 SYDUSara Marson 16 TWIN Stephen Parkes 17 SLCAEmily Mcmahon 16 BANK Louis Paul 23 SYDUKristy Morrison 20 SLCA Glenn Piper 19 MJETSylwia Pasieczny 19 MLCM Cameron Reynolds 17 BOMAShelley Robertson 17 CORR Ethan Rolff 24 KNGCNicole Taranto 17 KPD Alexander Ross 18 CRANKirsten Thomson 22 SLCA Riley Schmidt 17 ALBUAmy White 16 WODN James Stacey 17 BAQUHayley White 16 KNGC Craig Stevens 25 SLCATayliah Zimmer 20 KNGC Hayden Stoeckel 21 KNGC
Joshua Taylor 22 GOSF
Ryan Tebb 18 BLGR
Ian Thorpe 23 SLCA
Josh Watson 28 KNGC
Rian Wickens 17 SLCA
David Wise 17 KNXP
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3rd-7th of July at Runaway Bay, QLDNumber of Swimmers Attended- 44Head Coach – Chris MyersAssist Coaches- Mary Sortwell, Jon Shaw, John Bladon,Justin Rothwell, Jennifer Pilgrim, Leanne Speechley and Alan Simpson.Manager – Ingrid VanderburgAssist Manger – Mary Carty
Jessica Ashwood 13 SLAD William Aitken 13 LISMKathleen Brennan 15 KNGC Christopher Ashwood 14 SLADJessie Bullen 14 BANK Nathan Broadbent 15 GOSFEmily Chaffey 13 HUNT Kieran Casey 15 MINGKylie Crofts 14 ALBU Alex Clarke 13 BANKKailah Elliot 14 ASFL Matthew Crisafi 14 WIAQHannah Griffin 13 BAYS Andrew Davis 16 CARLBelinda Hocking 15 ALBU Michael Evans 13 NOVOJessica Legge 13 NOVO Patrick Fisher 15 PICTNicole Mee 13 USWM Ryan Fox 16 SNGLEmma Pane 15 ALBU
ThomasFraser-Holmes 14 HUNT
Kacey Pilgrim 13 BEST Mark Johnson 15 KNXPErin Priestly 13 GIND Alex Kelshaw 14 BLKCKeatyn Simpson 14 AQAZ Ryan Kenny 14 GOSFNicola Sleight 15 WIAQ Callum Maher 13 NOVOMelanie Tan 13 MLCM Hadyn Marsh 16 TELOLucy Wild 15 GOSF Blake Muir 14 SLCA
Theodore Pasialis 16 SACS
Corey Polkinghorne 13 ASFL
Harrison Pullinger 13 ASFL
David Rossi 14 WIZA
Ian Sarno 15 MLCM
Timothy Schofield 15 GOSF
Alexander Sheil 14 ASFL
Jaimie Stack 13 CRON
Lachlan Staples 15 KINS
Calum Timms 15 SLCA
Kenneth To 13 TRGR
John Took 16 MLCM
Reece Turner 16 PTMQ
Cameron Wursten 16 SLCA
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AGE DEVELOPMENT CAMP
14th-16th of July at Warringah Aquatic Centre and Sydney Academy of Sport, NarrabeenNumber of Swimmers Attended- 67Male Head Coach –Justin McEvoyFemale Head Coach – Graeme BrewerAssist Coaches- Rodney Furlong, Graeme Carroll, Steven Qu, Colin Robson, Vera Melville, Peter Short, Stephan Garner, Darren Howard, JohnBladon, Adrian Adam, Louise Watson, Eric Arnold, Tobin Condon, Les Barclay, Iain Jones, Michael Webb, Pancha Thambo, Jon Shaw, PhilipMcIlwraith, Pat McAdam, Narelle Simpson, Hadyn Belshaw, Cathryn Hendrickson, Bill Parker and Dean Ewer.Manager – Kerrie AndrioloAssist Managers – Ingrid Vanderburg and Mark Terechovs
Micaela Abbott 14 SACS Shaun Abbott 16 REVW
Rebecca Adams 14 BANK Phillip Butcher 15 LCOV
Melanie Austin 13 CMBT Ben Campbell 16 SLCA
Renee Barck 13 WIZA Daniel Crook 16 KPD
Phoebe Cater 14 WRAQ Michael Fell 13 BLKC
Clemmie Churchill 16 CARL Kevin Ghazi 14 ASFL
Ella Crosbie 14 NOVO Josh Gibbons 15 NOVO
Lucy Dean 14 USWM Alex Gohari 15 ASFL
Linley Dundas 15 WILB Jared Goldthorpe 16 BAYS
Katerina Ebrill 16 HUNT Codey Gray 13 COFH
Madeline Ebrill 15 HUNT Ryan Hanson 15 DPTO
Nicole Ellis 14 BREA Thomas Harris 16 GUNN
Natalie Fegan 13 CHRD Tom Heal 14 KNXP
Stacey Hansford 15 BLKC Darren Ho 15 MLCM
Jessica Henshaw 15 KNGC Jack Holliday 13 MJET
Laura Higgins 15 HUNT Lynton Hurt 14 TWIN
Adrianna Hokin 13 SACS Jordan Kelly 16 MLCM
Ashley Holliday 13 BLKC Brad Lewis 16 CMBT
Samantha Levy 16 BANK Kendrick Louis 15 CARL
Samantha Marshall 13 CKPP Sam Mcconnell 16 WILB
Brianna Mcconville 15 NUSW Nick Milnes 16 BOMA
Sian Mcgrouther 16 WILB Ben Milton 13 NUSW
Kirstie Meertens 13 THIL Leigh Norden 13 CMBT
Heather Middleton 14 TELO Ifalemi Paea 16 BAYS
Kimberly Mitlehner 14 ALBU Elliott Palmer 16 CMBT
Claire Nicholls 13 GIND Simon Partridge 15 CORR
Stephanie Purcell 13 MLCM Cameron Piper 14 RYDE
Meagan Ramsay 14 GIND Jacob Power 17 LISM
Kimberley Rashleigh 15 BLKC Luke Schiffler 14 EPBL
Rachel Reynolds 14 BOMA Adam Short 14 REVW
Luane Rowe 16 WILB Djaran Smith 13 MCKV
Karly Ryan 16 WIND Benjamin Treffers 14 BLGR
Somalii Siv 13 MQSH Benjamin Wise 16 CBRA
Kyra Thompson 15 HUNT Dylan Wyatt 14 SMIF
Emma-louise Tonnet 14 KPD
Monique Van Balen 16 CARL
Zoe Whetham 14 NUSW
Tiffany Williams 14 TELO
Hannah Young 13 NUSW
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AGE DEVELOPMENT CAMP – TOURING TEAM
The team consisted of members of the NSW State Age Development Squad selected on performances at the NSW Metropolitan and Country SCChampionships and a camp held earlier this year. The team of 24 competed at the 2006 Heritage Queensland SCChampionships held at the Chandler Aquatic Centre, from the 9th -10 th September 2006.Team- 24 SwimmersCoaches- Justin McEvoy, Graeme Brewer, Colin Robson and Jon Shaw.Managers- Ingrid Vanderberg, Kerry Andriolo, Mark Terechovs.
The following swimmers were selected as the 2006 Age Development Touring Team:(Including results from the meet)
Micaela Abbott Shaun Abbott (2 silver, 1 bronze)Phoebe Cater (1 gold, 1 silver, 1 bronze) Clementine Churchill (1 gold, 1 silver)Daniel Crook (3 gold, 2 silver) Katerina EbrillMadeline Ebrill (1 silver) Nicole Ellis (2 bronze)Alex Gohari (3 gold, 3 bronze) Jared Goldthorpe(1 silver, 2 bronze)Laura Higgins (1 gold, 1 silver) Brad Lewis (1 bronze)Kendrick Louis (1 gold) Nick Milnes (2 gold)Ifalemi Paea (1 gold, 2 silver) Cameron Piper (2 gold, 2 bronze)Stephanie Purcell Meagan Ramsay (1 bronze)Kimberley Rashleigh (1 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze) Luane Rowe (1 gold, 3 silver, 2bronze)Monique Van Balen( 3 gold, 2 bronze) Zoe Whetham (1 bronze)Dylan Wyatt (2 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) Hannah Young (2 silver, 2 bronze)
COUNTRY REGIONAL CAMP3-6th October at the Kinross Wolaroi School in OrangeNumber of Swimmers Attended- 31Head Coach- Peter CharltonAssist Coaches- Anthony Chapman, Michael Mullens, Glenise Dean and Diane Gray.Laura Angus 13 WGAA Thomas Adams 13 PTMQ
Bridget Barnes 14 BYRB Adam Connelly 14 GRIF
Kyla Brogmus 14 COFH Toby Cook 12 KNGC
Olivia Budd 12 GRIF Allen Cornall 14 WGHM
Lauren Casey 13 BALI James Field 13 SCON
Ashleigh Clarke 13 FOST Scott Foley 12 ANLV
Michelle Connelly 12 GRIF Nathan Gray 13 BALI
Sheridan Connor 14 AALG William Howard 14 ANLV
Zoe Elkerton 12 OAKF Bradley Hunt 14 WOOL
Tamara Garner 13 KPD Mitchell Nicholson 13 WGAA
Yvette Homann 13 ALST James Pike 15 GLEN
Shannon Hulbert-Green 14 BYRB Mark Pollock 14 ANLV
Zoe Johnson 13 YUNG Trent Richardson 14 TWIN
Felicity Mcgee 15 PTMQ Ryan Schatz 14 FORB
Afton Palmer 13 LEET Samuel Schubert 14 GUNN
Phoebe Roman 13 OAKF Hayden Thomas 13 BALI
Jessica Searle 14 PTMQ Ayden Wilkinson 15 MQSH
Simone Vicary 15 WGAA Ian Zilm 15 BALI
STATE OF ORIGIN20-22nd October 2006 at Chandler Stadium, Brisbane.The NSW State of Origin Team traveled to Brisbane for the annual State of Origin Series between NSW andQueensland. Having won the previous two series, NSW were confident they could continue their dominationof the event but also knew that QLD would be desperate to win.After an inspiring rendition of our war cry, our swimmers took to the pool and started strongly matching it withthe Queensland team early on. However, the Queensland team began to pull away and despite the bestefforts of our swimmers, the Queensland team was too strong and recorded a 952 to 838 victory.Queensland's victory will now make for even fiercer competition when the series returns to SydneyTeam– 60 swimmers Head Coach- John BladonAssist Coaches - Chris Myers, Bruce Vyvyan, Toby Condon, Greg Morrison, Mary Sortwell and LeanneSpeechley.Managers- Suzanne BergersenAssist Managers- Ingrid Vanderburg, Mark Terechovs, Kerrie Andriolo and Mary Carty
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Micaela Abbott 14 SACS William Aitken 13 KNGC
Jessica Ashwood 13 SLAD Daniel Arnamnart 17 AQBN
Emily Bennet 15 CARL Christopher Ashwood 14 SLAD
Kathleen Brennan 15 KNGC James Beasley 24 MJET
Jessie Bullen 15 BANK Nathan Broadbent 16 GOSF
Sarah Burston 16 CARL Dylan Curtis 15 WILB
Phoebe Cater 15 WRAQ Daniel Crook 16 KPD
Kailah Elliot 14 SPLC Michael Evans 14 NOVO
Nicole Ellis 14 BREA Michael Fell 13 BLKC
Natalie Fegan 13 CHRD Alex Gohari 15 SPLC
Hannah Griffin 13 BAYS Jared Goldthorpe 16 BAYS
Stacey Hansford 16 BLKC Alex Kelshaw 15 BLKC
Jessica Henshaw 16 KNGC Anthony Kemp 13 WIND
Angela Hurley 20 WIAQ Brad Lewis 16 CMBT
Alana Ireland 16 KPD Kirk Palmer 19 BARK
Gemma Johnson 16 BALI Mitchell Patterson 19 WRAO
Kate Johnson 19 SYDU Srdjan Pavlovic 13 MCQF
Jessica Legge 13 NOVO Cameron Piper 14 RYDE
Erin Malone 16 SLCA David Rossi 15 WIZA
Emily McMahon 16 BANK Ian Sarno 15 SPLC
Nicole Mee 14 USWM Luke Schiffler 14 EPBL
Kristy Morrison 20 SLCA Alexander Sheil 14 SPLC
Sylwia Pasieczny 19 MLCM Brandon Sibir 13 THIL
Kacey Pilgrim 13 BEST Djaran Smith 13 MACK
Erin Priestly 14 GIND Lachlan Staples 16 KINS
Stephanie Purcell 14 MLCM Luke Stirton 15 CARL
Kimberley Rashleigh 15 BLKC Calum Timms 15 SLCA
Liana Rayner 15 SLCA Kenneth To 14 TRGR
Melanie Tan 13 MLCM Benjamin Treffers 15 BLGR
Monique Van Balen 16 CARL Reece Turner 17 PTMQ
2006 SHIROSHI TOURThe swimmers who were selected to attend the tour to Shiroshi, Japan from the24th of August were Alexander Sheil (Ashfield SC) and Kailah Elliott (Ashfield SC).Manager – Bill Ford.
2006 Fisher & Paykel Australian Age Championships AchievementsNSW’s swimmers produced some excellent results across the five days of competition, culminating in three NSW clubs finishing in the top ten ofthe Australian Club Championship; SLC Aquadot (8th), Ashfield (9th) and Hunter (10 th).
Daniel Arnamnart from the Aquaburn club was named Male Swimmer of the Meet after winning Gold in the 16 Years 100M and 200M Backstrokeand breaking two Australian records in the process. Daniel was one of seven NSW Swimmers selected in the 2006 Australian Youth All-Star Team.Nic Donald (SAC Seals), Sara Mason (Twin Towns), Kenrick Monk (SAC Seals), Stephen Parkes (SLC Aquadot), James Stacey (Barker Aquatics)and Stephanie Williams (Hunter) were all selected alongside Daniel in this team.
Christopher Ashwood (Sladem), Nathan Broadbent (Gosford Stingrays), Kieran Casey (Mingara Aquatic), Belinda Hocking (Albury) and KeatynSimpson (Aqua Z) were all named in the 2006 Australian Age All-Star Team.
Other outstanding results from the Championships included Stephanie Williams (Hunter) winning three gold medals in the 16 Years 100M & 200MBackstroke & the 16 Years 800M Freestyle. Jessica Legge (Novocastrian), Belinda Hocking (Albury), Sara Marson (Twin Towns), Nic Donald (SACSeals), Kenrick Monk (SAC Seals) & James Stacey (Barker Aquatic) all two gold medals a piece, a fantastic effort from all these swimmers.
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2006 Swimming Australia Open Water Championships AchievementsSwimming NSW would like to congratulate all the New South Athletes and that competed in the Swimming Australia Open Water Championshipsheld in Sydney.
Special Congratulations must go to Shelley Clark (Hunter SC) who finished the championships with one gold and two silver medals. Shelleyfinished second in both the Women’s 5km & 10km events and then won the gold in a magnificent solo effort in the Women’s 25km in a time of 6hours, 8 minutes and 16 seconds.
Other highlights included double gold for James Davis (SAC Seals) in the Boys 17-18 Years 10K Swim and the Boys 17 -18 Years 5K Swim. LuaneRowe (Willoughby SC Inc) also snared two gold medals in the Girls 16 Years 5K and the Girls 16 Years 10K.
TELSTRA AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTSCongratulations to the following members who were selected in the 2007 Australian World Championships Team. There were 24 swimmers fromQueensland, 7 from New South Wales, 6 from Western Australia, 5 from Victoria and 1 from South Australia.
Women Club
Stephanie Williams Hunter
Lara Davenport Kingscliff
Tayliah Zimmer Kingscliff
Shelley Clark Hunter
Congratulations are also extended to Bruce Steed (Team Manager) and the following NSWCoaches selected as part of the World Championships Team.
Tracey Menzies SLC Aquadot
Greg Salter Kingscliff
Medalists from the Championships were:Craig Stevens Bronze 800m FreestyleTayliah Zimmer Bronze 50m BackstrokeKenrick Monk Silver 4x200m Freestyle RelayGrant Brits Silver 4x200m Freestyle Relay
TELSTRA AUSTRALIAN SC CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTSIt was a successful four days of competition for NSW swimmers who competed at the Telstra Australian Short Course Championships in Hobartfrom the 25th-28th August.149 athletes from NSW made the trip to Tattersall’s Hobart Aquatic Centre to battle with the country’s top swimmers.NSW took home 6 gold, 6 silver and 11 bronze medals, as well as featuring in over 35 finals throughout the Championships. The medalists fromNSW were:
GOLD
Name Club EventSophie Edington (NSWIS) Kingscliff 100m Backstroke
50m BackstrokeAngie Bainbridge (AIS) Hunter 400m Freestyle
200m FreestyleGrant Brits (AIS) SAC Seals 4x200m Freestyle RelayPete Richardson SAC Seals 4x200m Freestyle RelayNic Donald (NSWIS) SAC Seals 4x200m Freestyle RelayKenrick Monk (NSWIS) SAC Seals 4x200m Freestyle RelayKirk Palmer (AIS) Barker Aquatics 100m Freestyle
SILVER
Name Club EventKenrick Monk (NSWIS) SAC Seals 200m Freestyle
4x100m Freestyle RelayGrant Brits (AIS) SAC Seals 4x100m Freestyle RelayMisha Payne SAC Seals 4x100m Freestyle RelayPete Richardson SAC Seals 4x100m Freestyle RelayNic Donald (NSWIS) SAC Seals 400m FreestyleJonathon Newton (NSWIS) Sydney University 50m FreestyleJames Beasley (NSWIS) Manly Jetz 100m BreaststrokeCraig Calder (AIS) Albury 200m Breaststroke
BRONZE
Name Club EventLuane Rowe Willoughby 1500m FreestyleOlivia Halicek Sydney Swim PLC 50m Freestyle
Men Club
Craig Stevens SLC Aquadot
Kenrick Monk SAC Seals
Hayden Stoeckel Kingscliff
Grant Brits Sac Seals
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Sophie Edington (NSWIS) Kingscliff 200m BackstrokeShane Cross Warringah Aquatic 400m IMCraig Stevens (NSWIS) SLC Aquadot 400m FreestyleGrant Brits (AIS) SAC Seals 200m BackstrokeKirk Palmer (AIS) Barker Aquatics 50m FreestyleNic Donald (NSWIS) Sydney University 200m ButterflyKenrick Monk (NSWIS) SAC Seals 100m FreestyleDaniel Arnamnart (NSWIS) Aquaburn 100m BackstrokeJames Beasley (NSWIS) Manly Jetz 200m Breaststroke
2007 JUNIOR PAN PAC TEAMAt the conclusion of the Telstra Australian Short Course Championships, the Telstra Dolphins Team that was to compete in the 2007 Junior PanPacific Championships, was named.NSW swimmers dominated the team with 13 of the 30 members coming from our state!
The 2007 Pan Pacific Telstra DolphinsTeam was as follows:
MENName ClubDaniel Arnamnart Aquaburn, NSWSam Ashby Carey Aquatic, VICShane Cross Warringah Aquatic, NSWAndrew Davis Carlile, NSWNic Donald SAC Seals, NSWBen Donaldson Albany Creek, QLDRobert Hurley Wests Illawarra, NSWBobby Jovanovich West Coast, WAGarth Kates West Coast, WABryan Luca Klim Swim, VICNick Milnes Bomaderry, NSWStephen Parkes SLC Aquadot, NSWTheo Pasialis SAC Seals, NSWJames Stacey Barker Aquatic, NSWReece Turner Port Macquarie, NSW
WOMENName ClubKatie Bird Carey Aquatic, VICCharlotte Clarke Norwood, SAAmelia Evatt-Davey Miami, QLDBrooke Fletcher Miami, QLDTalia Goddard Carey Aquatic, VICOlivia Halicek Sydney Swim PLC, NSWSamantha Hamill Woogaroo, QLDBelinda Hocking Albury, NSWMeagen Nay Southport Olympic, QLDEmily Seebohm Brothers, QLDLorren Sellwood St Peters Western, QLDKeatyn Simpson Aquaz, NSWAmy Smith River City, QLDKristen Wilson Haileybury Waterlions, VICEllese Zalewski Melbourne Vicentre, VIC
NSW SWIMMERS DOMINATE AT JUNIOR PAN PACSNSW swimmers put on an incredible display of swimming at the Junior Pan Pacific Games held in Maui from January 12th-15th.
From the opening night of competition NSW dominated the Championships, claiming three of the six gold medals won by Australia. NSWIS teammember Nic Donald led the way with a stunning double in the 200m Freestyle and 200m Butterfly - the 200m Freestyle in a personal best time of1:49.79 – a time which would have placed him fourth in this year’s Australian Championships and on the Telstra Dolphins team for this year’s FINAWorld Championships. Robert Hurley (Wests Illawarra Aquatic) finished behind Nic in the 200m Freestyle to claim second position and his firstmedal of the Championships.
Daniel Arnamnart (NSWIS) then claimed gold in the 100m backstroke in a new meet record of 54.99 –and the fifth fastest time ever by anAustralian.
Gold continued to flow for the Australians and in particular NSW on the second night of competition, with a further five gold medals won byAustralia, four by NSW. 18 year old James Stacey (Barker Aquatics) clocked a personal best time in the 100m Breaststroke to claim gold and aChampionship record, whilst 17 year old team mate Theodore Pasialis (SAC Seals) also claimed gold in the 800m Freestyle and Shane Cross(Warringah Aquatic) a bronze in the 400m IM. NSW’s Belinda Hocking (AIS) went on to win gold as part of the women’s 4x200m Freestyle relayteam, with Nic Donald, Robert Hurley, Stephen Parkes and Reece Turner teaming up to win the men’s 4x200m Freestyle – an all NSW relay!
On day three NSW again featured on the podium with Nic Donald notching his fourth gold medal in the 400m Freestyle. Reece Turner (PortMacquarie) won bronze in the same event. NSW were again part of the successful men’s and women’s relays, with Olivia Halicek (NSWIS) winninggold as part of the 4x100m Freestyle relay, and Daniel Arnamnart, Robert Hurley and Reece Turner winning the men’s 4x100m Freestyle relay.
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The final night of competition saw NSW claim another two gold and a silver medal. StephenParkes (NSWIS) clocked a personal best and a meet record to claim gold in the 200m IM.Meanwhile Olivia Halicek added to her medal tally by securing the silver medal in the 50mFreestyle. The men’s 4x100m Medley relay team consisting of NSW swimmers DanielArmamnart and James Stacey claimed the final gold medal of the Championships for NSW.
Daniel Arnamnart was named the male competitor of the meet for his performance in winningthe 100m Backstroke and setting a new 17 years Australian record and the fifth fastest time byan Australian in history.
Congratulations must also go to SOPAC Swim Club Team Member and Australian Open WaterTeam Member, James Davis. James finished in first place in the Men's 10km Open Waterevent. 18 year old James finished more than a minute ahead of fellow Australian team mate,Sam Sheppard.
NSW SWIMMERS COMPETE IN WORLD SCHOOL GAMESThe World School Games were held in Athens from 26 th June to 3rd July 2006.NSW was well represented at the Games, with 7 of the 15 Australian swim team members being current Swimming NSW members.Congratulations to the following NSW Swimmers:*Jessie Bullen (Bankstown Sports)*Daniel Crook (Kincumber Pacific Dolphins)*Sam Hourigan (Knox Pymble)*Alana Ireland (Kincumber Pacific Dolphins)*Gemma Johnson (Ballina Indoor)*Sam McConnell (Willoughby)*Lachlan Staples (Kingswim)The NSW swimmers performed well during the 3 days of competition, taking home 1 Gold and 2 Bronze medals, as well as being finalists inanother 12 events.Congratulations to all 7 swimmers on such a great achievement!
PARALYMPIC WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPSThe Telstra Dolphins Team competed in the International Paralympic Committee World Championships in South Africa . 7 of Australia’s 22 MemberTeam were from NSW. Congratulations to the following NSW Swimmers on their selection into this team:
*Prue Watt Hunter 1 Silver*Sarah Rose Warringah Aquatic*Peter Leek Ripples St Mary's 2 Gold 2 Silver 1 Bronze*Ben Austin Warringah Aquatic 1 Gold 2 Silver 1 Bronze*Matthew Levy Warringah Aquatic*Rick Pendleton Bayside 1 Silver*Michael Anderson Coffs Harbour 1 Silver
Congratulations to the NSW Coaches on their appointment:Jon Shaw – BaysideGraeme Carroll – Warringah Aquatic
NSW SWIMMERS COMPETE IN YOUTH OLYMPIC FESTIVALFrom the 17th-21st January 2007, SOPAC was home to our NSW athletes competing in the Australian Youth Olympic Festival. The event featuredall the protocols of Olympic Games, including medal ceremonies & drug testing –all reminiscent of an Olympic Games environment.Congratulations to the following NSW swimmers on their selection into the team:Christopher Ashwood (Sladem)Nathan Broadbent (Gosford Stingrays)Kieran Casey (Mingara Aquatic)Matthew Crisafi (Wests Illawarra Aquatic)Calum Timms (SLC Aquadot)Belinda Hocking (Albury)Jessica Legge (Novocastrian)Keatyn Simpson (Aqua Z)
Results were as follows:Christopher Ashwood (Sladem) – 1st 1500m Free, 3rd 400m FreeNathan Broadbent (Gosford Stingrays)-3rd 100m Breast, 3rd 200m IM, 2nd 4x100m Medley RelayKieran Casey (Mingara Aquatic) – 4th 400m IM, 5th 200m BackMatthew Crisafi (Wests Illawarra Aquatic) – 5th 200m BackCalum Timms (SLC Aquadot)– 2nd 4x100m Medley Relay, 4th 100m Back, 4th 200m IM, 6th 100m ButterflyBelinda Hocking AIS (Albury)– 1st 4x100m Medley Relay, 1st 100m Back, 1st 200m Back, 2nd 4x200m Free Relay, 2nd 4x100m Free RelayJessica Legge (Novocastrian) – 1st 4x100m Medley Relay, 4th 200m Breast, 5th 100m Breast
We would like to extend our thanks to Kenrick Monk and Nic Donald for assisting Swimming NSW at our ‘Come and Try’ stall held during thisfestival. Kenrick and Nic handed out promotional items to all participants as well as signing autographs and giving helpful swimming tips to someup and coming swimmers.
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FINANCE DIRECTOR
It is with pleasure that I present to you this financial report as your Finance Director. The reportshows that the Group remains in a strong financial position after trading for the year produced asmall surplus of $2,297.
The group has accumulated funds of $2,052,680 of which $ 1,362,128 are in cash and termdeposits. Swimming New South Wales has cash and deposits of $1,299,890 (last year $1,178,166)with the balance being held by the NSW Swimming Foundation Trust.
This year’s financial reports have again been produced in compliance with Current Australian Accounting Standards whichrequire consolidated accounts that report the combined activities of Swimming New South Wales Ltd. and NSW SwimmingNominees Pty. Ltd. NSW Swimming Nominees Pry Ltd is the trustee for the NSW Swimming Foundation Trust. The Trustowns the office property at Homebush and received rent from Swimming New South Wales – Expenses of the trust relate toownership of that property and audit fees.
During the year Swimming New South Wales (the Company) traded at a small surplus of $2,297 which compared to abudgeted deficit of $35,000. This improvement was due to the overall income of $1,614,704 being marginally ahead of budget.
Expenses of $1,612,407 for the year were $5,000 under budget. Savings against the budget were achieved in wages and anumber of other expense categories as a result of tight expense control exercised by the Chief Executive and his staff. In linewith the Board’s commitment to responsibly increase expenditure on development of swimming these savings were redirectedto the general development and promotion of swimming in the state. The New Member Kit was a significant item of unbudgetedexpenditure that the board approved during the year and was funded from the savings.
The retail operations of the Company –Swimtrade and the Speedo Shop - were marginally below budget. The budgetanticipated improved trading conditions in the Speedo Shop which did not eventuate. This below budget performance was nothelped by a partial closure of SOPAC for maintenance during the rear. Swimtrade which now sells only event merchandiseimproved profitability as expected but the absence of 9 year old swimmers from the meet programs had a greater impact thanpredicted on sales that we predicted. A conscious drive to reduce retail inventory was extremely successful with the Speedoshop reducing inventory by $66,000 to a new level of $69,796 a 48.6% reduction and Swimtrade by $9,000.
The Company with its current level of cash reserves is in a very good position to continue trading at or close to a break evenpoint in the promotion of swimming. The challenge however remains to increase our income from sources outside theimmediate swimming community and from the New South Wales Government so that we can increase our spending onsustainable programs to further develop swimming in our state.
The Audit & Finance Committee comprising of Ian Stephenson, Philip Speet, Desiree Collins and Matthew Egan (resignedMarch 2007) and myself reviewed the monthly financial reports presented to the board and met 8 times during the year toreview the company’s financial reports, policies, procedures systems and compliance with legislation. A number ofrecommendations were made to the board including the adoption of a recommended minimum standard of reporting to thecompany from Clubs and Areas.
The accounts incorporated in this report were prepared by our Finance Manager Michelle Boon in conjunction with our auditorsand I would like to thank Michelle, the Chief Executive Ian Harkness and all the staff for their cooperation and assistanceduring the year.
FRANK LATTA B.COMM (Accountancy) UNSWFINANCE DIRECTOR
Please refer to attachment for Financial Reports
MEMBERSHIP
The membership figures presented this year in respect of the various Areas reflects the geographical positioning of clubs in accordance withBy Law 2. This provides for a small variation in some Areas compared to last year which is not greatly significant. Clubs which desire tocompete in adjoining Areas have been requested to reapply to the Board with cogent reasons in accordance with the rules.
Overall membership has declined by about 2% against last year’s recorded 3% increase. In one sense this outcome is consistent with longterm trends but is not in accordance with our long term objectives. Of more concern is the significant downturn in the major swimming agegroups from 9 to 20 years. In particular, the decrease in the 13 to 16 years age group has reversed the positive trend which emerged after theexpansion of District (Area) Development Programs five years ago. It is noteworthy that development squad payments this year failed to reachthe budgeted amount which indicates a reduction in these activities in some areas. Area needs must be reassessed to define the nature andamount of assistance required to achieve more positive outcomes. Significant increases in younger age group numbers may relate to theregistration of learn to swim members and there is a need to ensure a healthy transition of these members into the swimming rank.
A healthy increase in the younger parent age group must be nurtured to translate these people into higher volunteer support.
Area figures show much internal volatility with most areas showing many constituent clubs with wide positive or negative outcomes. Theimpact of the drought and overall water availability is certainly showing its effects. Non Swimming members seem to have stabilized at aroundthe 25% of total membership level.
It is clear that whilst the overall membership figure is reasonable, the decline in swimming age group members needs to be addressed and thenew Board will have to consider a wide range of strategies to harness potential members across the state in learn to swim programs as well asthe schools environment. This is essential if we are to see our sport grow to where we think it should.
NEW CLUBSCLUB NAMEStroud Seals Mid North Coast
Lower Mcleay Mid North Coast
Shire Sharks St. George / Sutherland
Terrey Hills Warringah
SOPAC Castlereagh
MySwim Castlereagh
Mudgee Indoor Central Western
Aqua Z Far North Coast
Northwest Castlereagh
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The Hills The Hills Swimming & Lifesaving Club Castlereagh
SmartStart Cruiz Cruiz ACT
Yamba Yamba Orcas Far North Coast
Ryde Ryde Carlile Castlereagh
Wound Up Clubs
Foresters Beach Indoor Central Coast
SAC Seals Castlereagh
Smithfield Cumberland
Lennox Head Swimtech Far North Coast
Glendenning Cumberland
West Pennant Hills Castlereagh
Northmead Castlereagh
Inactive Clubs
ACE Ovens & Murray
Fitness Perfection Central Western
GT Aquatic Ovens & Murray
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DISTRICT 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07ACT 1547 1534 1754 1609 1392 1558 1205Castlereagh 2430 2619 2631 2513 2651 2891 2882Central Coast 1615 1499 1596 1543 1326 1335 1524Central Tablelands 893 1160 761 735 705 794 787Central Western 1595 1378 1763 1480 1677 1839 1662City of Sydney 909 793 738 639 788 550 668Cumberland 3616 3654 3835 3248 3085 3335 3442Eastern Suburbs 973 903 1002 854 1119 1218 970Far North Coast 2184 1933 2015 1799 1756 1691 1745Far Western 436 375 365 498 403 400 405Mid North Coast 2046 1924 1920 1919 1909 1998 1888New England & Central Northern 2678 2352 2822 2558 2744 2721 2527Northern District 5182 5033 5125 4135 4253 4986 4653Northern Suburbs 1567 1698 1874 1433 1468 2051 2221Ovens and Murray 845 913 979 792 847 823 738Riverina 840 913 899 828 936 1079 1053South Coast and Tablelands 2431 2750 2624 2238 2479 2808 2744South Western 2157 1962 2137 2204 2037 2189 2323Southern District 1129 1379 1078 1166 1114 1055 1170St. George / Sutherland 1613 1636 1737 1621 1438 1614 1473Warringah 2111 1951 2078 1572 1684 1850 1807Western District 2514 2274 2407 2245 2173 2155 2373Western Suburbs 949 916 1348 1006 1154 1289 1025
Adjustments 04/05 195142260 41549 43488 38635 41089 42229 41285
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As at 31.03.2007 As at 31.03.20060 to 4 years 600 2525 to 8 years 8004 70269 to 12 years 14380 1531413 to 16 years 6086 742217 to 20 years 1161 135721 to 24 years 467 29425 to 30 years 490 28231 to 35 years 816 64236 to 40 years 2131 186741 to 50 years 4694 537451 to 60 years 1731 161861 to 70 years 458 56971 to 80 years 208 25281 to 90 years 59 50
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SW NS LM TOTAL Change
ACT
BRAIDWOOD 48 34 42 29 5 0 34 -19
BURLEY GRIFFIN 114 107 121 62 41 5 108 -10.7
CANBERRA 75 72 162 111 34 1 146 -9.9
CENTRE FOR SPORTS DEVELOPMENT 143 161 27 0 0 0 0 -100.0
CRUIZ 71 80 80 41 31 0 72 -10.0
DICKSON 74 79 73 1 71 0 72 -1.4
GINNINDERRA 112 101 90 71 37 0 108 20.0
GOULBURN 220 151 109 89 15 0 104 -4.6
QUEANBEYAN LEAGUES 114 129 136 93 12 1 106 -22.1
TELOPEA 237 192 104 64 48 11 123 18.3
TUGGERANONG VIKINGS 293 254 185 132 6 0 138 -25.4
WODEN VALLEY 156 217 237 98 95 1 194 -89.5
1657 1577 1366 684 300 18 1205 -11.8
Castlereagh
ANNANGROVE MARLINS SWIM CLUB 0 20 42 20 5 0 25 -40.5
AQUABURN 76 105 105 99 17 0 116 10.5
AUBURN 85 96 103 57 38 5 100 -2.9
BARKER AQUATICS 115 219 257 150 98 0 248 -3.5
BLUEFINS SWIM TEAM 43 50 45 42 9 0 51 13.3
CARRINGTON INDOOR AQUATIC 87 104 90 50 27 0 77 -14.4
CASTLE HILL RSL DOLPHINS 188 186 222 150 43 8 201 -9.5
EASTWOOD-EPPING 104 112 107 75 17 7 99 -7.5
EPPING BULLETS 238 215 196 97 50 2 149 -24.0
FITNESS EDGE 71 75 81 43 32 0 75 -7.4
GALSTON 215 166 139 72 39 0 111 -20.1
HORNSBY 128 133 127 97 11 3 111 -12.6
MACQUARIE 80 60 92 113 5 0 118 28.3
NORTH WEST SWIMMING CLUB 0 0 0 80 19 13 112 0.0
NORTHMEAD # 77 92 78 66 17 0 83 6.4
PARRAMATTA CITY 55 126 267 33 160 11 204 -23.6
PARRAMATTA MEMORIAL 151 189 233 86 144 8 238 2.1
RYDE CARLILE 298 327 275 159 123 21 303 10.2
SAC SEALS # 123 214 168 0 0 0 0 -100.0
SOPAC SWIM CLUB 0 0 0 76 52 0 128 0.0
THE HILLS SWIMMING AND LIFESAVING 196 177 174 108 55 3 166 -4.6
WEST PENNANT HILLS # 139 117 90 122 33 12 167 85.6
2330 2666 2801 1607 944 81 2882 -0.3
Central CoastFORRESTERS BEACH INDOOR # 56 43 21 1 0 0 1 -95.3
GOSFORD RSL YOUTH 97 69 61 58 13 1 72 18.0
GOSFORD STINGRAYS 139 118 103 79 19 8 106 2.9
KINCUMBER PACIFIC DOLPHINS 264 288 323 317 185 3 505 56.3
KINGSWIM 121 118 101 93 15 0 108 6.9
MINGARA AQUATIC 266 270 248 183 73 2 258 4.0
THE ENTRANCE 106 110 0 88 8 11 107 0.0
TITANS 89 76 56 49 9 3 61 8.9
TOUKLEY 122 137 121 41 4 6 51 -57.9
WOY WOY 128 76 162 96 42 14 152 -6.2
WYEE POINT 58 53 66 21 7 0 28 -57.6
WYONG 97 70 73 67 2 7 76 4.1
1543 1428 1335 1092 377 55 1524 14.2
SWIMMING NSW Ltd. – CLUB MEMBER LIST
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Central Tablelands SW NS LM TOTAL Change
BATHURST CITY 93 86 88 52 24 1 77 -12.5
CENTRAL AQUATIC 19 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
GLENBROOK 199 238 202 181 11 6 198 -2.0
KANDOS RYLSTONE 63 55 110 103 10 0 113 2.7
KATOOMBA RSL SWIMMING CLUB 95 85 86 72 4 5 81 -5.8
LAWSON 111 109 72 92 1 0 93 29.2
LITHGOW 94 122 127 74 38 1 113 -11.0
PORTLAND SC 29 2 18 18 12 0 30 66.7
SPRINGWOOD 32 91 91 72 5 5 82 -9.9
735 788 794 664 105 18 787 -0.9
Central Western
BLAYNEY 60 42 39 49 11 0 60 53.8
CANOWINDRA 108 115 122 82 10 0 92 -24.6
CONDOBOLIN 165 195 176 171 9 7 187 6.3
COWRA 121 179 233 176 11 1 188 -19.3
CUDAL 48 0 55 51 4 0 55 0.0
CUMNOCK 58 72 61 49 5 0 54 -11.5
FITNESS PERFECTION 26 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
FORBES 70 115 180 178 17 1 196 8.9
GRENFELL 111 106 98 105 4 4 113 15.3
JOHN DAVIES ACADEMY 116 114 144 110 17 0 127 -11.8
KINROSS WOLAROI 38 27 22 36 15 0 51 131.8
LAKE CARGELLIGO 41 49 0 61 5 0 66 0.0
MANILDRA 32 57 66 47 12 2 61 -7.6
MOLONG 49 65 58 68 3 0 71 22.4
ORANGE 60 70 102 21 11 10 42 -58.8
PARKES 92 88 82 101 22 0 123 50.0
PARKES FLIPPERS 25 21 21 0 20 0 20 -4.8
PARKES LTS INSTRUCTIONAL 1 135 99 1 11 4 16 -83.8
PEAK HILL 71 48 49 41 6 4 51 4.1
TRUNDLE 0 26 28 34 2 0 36 28.6
TULLAMORE 50 55 59 47 6 0 53 -10.2
1342 1579 1694 1428 201 33 1662 -1.9
City of Sydney
BALMAIN AS & LSC 1 80 70 77 10 2 89 27.1
BREAKERS 62 63 59 41 16 0 57 -3.4
COOK & PHILLIP 45 72 49 50 5 0 55 12.2
FRIDAY ASHFIELD SWIM TEAM & CL 31 46 26 15 3 0 18 -30.8
LEARN TO SWIM INSTRUCTIONAL CL 41 54 2 5 8 3 16 700.0
LEICHHARDT 244 194 169 129 15 10 154 -8.9
ROSELANDS 113 108 45 46 6 22 74 64.4
SLADEM 76 76 67 30 17 7 54 -19.4
SYDNEY UNIVERSITY 120 149 99 66 11 4 81 -18.2
SOUTH SYDNEY 78 45 45 57 7 6 70 55.6
811 887 631 516 98 54 668 5.9
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Cumberland SW NS LM TOTAL Change
ATLANTIS 100 116 135 85 25 0 110 -18.5
BLACKTOWN CITY 207 208 217 98 72 9 179 -17.5
CAMDEN 50 54 57 54 4 5 63 10.5
CAMPBELLTOWN 160 188 229 157 44 18 219 -4.4
GLENDENNING 2 4 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
HAWKESBURY 46 106 81 48 8 4 60 -25.9
HOLSWORTHY 39 75 99 73 15 0 88 -11.1
INSWIM 181 179 160 110 60 1 171 6.9
LIVERPOOL 61 44 49 57 21 12 90 83.7
MACARTHUR INDOOR 68 52 49 50 11 2 63 28.6
MACQUARIE FIELDS 196 111 119 117 10 8 135 13.4
MCCREDIE PARK AQUATICS 74 78 57 76 15 7 98 71.9
MERRYLANDS 89 111 177 82 79 11 172 -2.8
MOUNT ANNAN 104 112 63 51 12 0 63 0.0
MOUNT PRITCHARD (MOUNTIES) 117 139 138 63 45 0 108 -21.7
MYSWIM * 0 0 0 32 13 0 45 0
NARELLAN ALL STARS 150 120 105 67 11 0 78 -25.7
NEPEAN 146 169 175 130 50 4 184 5.1
PENRITH 140 109 140 97 27 3 127 -9.3
PENRITH RSL YOUTH 141 131 101 98 4 5 107 5.9
PRAIRIEWOOD ASC 6 0 5 24 15 0 39 680.0
RIPPLES ST MARYS 199 210 164 62 23 14 99 -39.6
RIVERSTONE 54 45 37 39 3 1 43 16.2
RIVERSTONE DOLPHINS RSL YOUTH 15 6 15 0 7 4 11 -26.7
SMITHFIELD # 92 98 83 51 18 7 76 -8.4
SWIMFIT MACARTHUR SWIM CLUB 43 41 31 25 5 0 30 -3.2
SWIMWEST 128 157 105 101 47 0 148 41.0
TOONGABBIE 152 91 36 52 24 10 86 138.9
WENDEN 113 80 73 59 10 6 75 2.7
WENTWORTHVILLE RSL YOUTH 60 165 294 62 438 10 510 73.5
WINDSOR SWIM 136 189 168 77 57 3 137 -18.5
WIZARDS SWIM TEAM 40 40 68 43 30 0 73 7.4
3109 3228 3230 2057 1172 137 3442 6.6
Eastern Suburbs
BAYSIDE 86 138 138 144 12 0 156 13.0
BONDI 43 72 112 40 0 8 48 -57.1
CRANBROOK EASTERN EDGE 105 150 112 73 28 0 101 -9.8
KAMBALA 22 115 117 64 4 0 68 -41.9
MACCABI 7 34 95 98 2 3 103 8.4
MAROUBRA 262 188 194 168 22 19 209 7.7
PLATYPUS 179 140 117 0 0 0 0 -100.0
RANDWICK & COOGEE 109 109 120 106 8 13 127 5.8
RANDWICK & COOGEE LADIES 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 -100.0
SEA'S THE LIMIT SC 20 51 80 53 4 0 57 -28.8
UNISWIM 95 120 130 89 8 4 101 -22.3
928 1117 1218 835 88 47 970 -20.4
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Far North Coast 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
ALSTONVILLE 135 146 117 69 31 1 101 -13.7
AQUA Z 60 16 36 18 3 0 21 -41.7
BALLINA EMMANUEL SWIM TEAM 97 100 61 19 22 0 41 -32.8
BALLINA INDOOR ST 47 55 98 50 26 0 76 -22.4
BALLINA MEMORIAL 100 71 53 20 1 0 21 -60.4
BYRON BAY RSL 77 86 69 62 5 0 67 -2.9
CASINO 127 114 121 126 13 1 140 15.7
GRAFTON 118 93 108 114 4 1 119 10.2
KINGSCLIFF 98 113 128 132 27 1 160 25.0
KYOGLE 75 133 45 73 4 2 79 75.6
LENNOX HEAD SWIMTECH # 87 70 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
LISMORE INDOOR SWIM TEAM 164 213 136 5 1 0 6 -95.6
LISMORE WORKERS SWIM TEAM 136 57 71 56 8 2 66 -7.0
LOWER CLARENCE 36 28 66 38 3 5 46 -30.3
MID RICHMOND 1 50 86 73 17 0 90 4.7
MULLUMBIMBY 85 82 76 62 5 3 70 -7.9
MURWILLUMBAH 105 107 98 96 9 0 105 7.1
RICHMOND VALLEY 0 22 21 4 1 0 5 -76.2
TRINITY LISMORE 0 0 0 176 14 1 191 0.0
TWEED HEADS 1 43 39 42 4 0 46 17.9
TWIN TOWNS SERVICES 120 115 112 88 19 1 108 -3.6
WOODENBONG 56 79 56 74 3 5 82 46.4
YAMBA ORCA'S 74 62 94 104 1 0 105 11.7
1799 1855 1691 1501 221 23 1745 3.2
Far Western
ALMA BROKEN HILL 234 186 169 163 27 14 204 20.7
BROKEN HILL 187 154 168 76 68 17 161 -4.2
MURRAY DARLING 77 68 63 38 2 0 40 -36.5
498 403 400 277 97 31 405 1.3
Mid North Coast SW NS LM TOTAL Change
BELLINGEN 73 69 54 21 6 0 27 -50.0
BULAHDELAH 53 45 32 34 5 0 39 21.9
COFFS HARBOUR 120 102 111 84 10 0 94 -15.3
COFFS HARBOUR AQUATIC CENTRE 29 61 91 51 28 0 79 -13.2
CRESCENT HEAD POINTERS 50 49 43 36 7 0 43 0.0
CUNDLETOWN 83 90 170 102 44 3 149 -12.4
DORRIGO 50 45 63 36 12 0 48 -23.8
FORSTER AQUATIC 93 95 101 76 19 1 96 -5.0
GLOUCESTER THUNDERBOLTS 99 100 80 72 5 6 83 3.8
GREAT LAKES SWIM ACADEMY 55 31 25 7 7 0 14 -44.0
KEMPSEY 88 100 106 58 23 20 101 -4.7
LAURIETON 64 43 53 54 3 7 64 20.8
LOWER MACLEAY* 0 0 0 58 1 0 59 0.0
MACKSVILLE MARLINS 70 89 90 65 10 13 88 -2.2
NAMBUCCA 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
PORT MACQUARIE 289 218 259 145 74 8 227 -12.4
SAWTELL 113 130 122 82 9 3 94 -23.0
STROUD SEALS 0 0 0 39 1 0 40 0
TAREE 67 89 104 59 30 1 90 -13.5
TEA GARDENS HAWKS NEST 41 94 78 44 24 0 68 -12.8
TSA 72 75 77 25 18 1 44 -42.9
WAUCHOPE 145 75 128 68 82 2 152 18.8
WINGHAM 158 195 205 140 41 2 183 -10.7
WOOLGOOLGA 129 87 69 31 12 3 46 -33.3
1969 1882 2061 1348 470 70 1888 -3.5
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New England and Central Northern 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
ARMIDALE 100 76 89 59 2 0 61 -31.5
ARMIDALE ALLIGATORS 100 87 58 61 17 0 78 34.5
ASHFORD 21 39 27 10 19 0 29 7.4
BARRABA 43 73 101 82 23 2 107 5.9
BINGARA 128 140 134 93 35 5 133 -0.7
BOGGABRI 42 50 51 27 12 1 40 -21.6
COLLARENEBRI 27 24 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
EMMAVILLE DEEPWATER 82 86 86 52 24 0 76 -11.6
GLEN INNES 155 145 131 10 57 1 68 -48.1
GUNNEDAH 101 380 339 96 180 9 285 -15.9
GUYRA AS & LSC 43 59 55 45 9 0 54 -1.8
INVERELL 101 155 156 64 44 0 108 -30.8
KOOTINGAL MOONBI 99 95 85 55 19 0 74 -12.9
MANILLA 99 88 88 62 29 8 99 12.5
MOREE 150 136 112 137 1 0 138 23.2
MUNGINDI 55 51 48 23 6 0 29 -39.6
NARRABRI SC STINGRAYS 199 197 195 87 62 1 150 -23.1
NUNDLE 61 68 71 39 24 1 64 -9.9
PENGUINS 59 87 69 39 23 0 62 -10.1
QUIRINDI 127 140 143 88 79 4 171 19.6
SCULLY PARK TAMWORTH 246 189 150 119 46 0 165 10.0
TAMWORTH CITY 87 82 146 95 32 1 128 -12.3
TENTERFIELD 74 90 92 108 6 0 114 23.9
URALLA 15 18 3 0 0 0 0 -100.0
WALCHA 56 66 56 68 6 0 74 32.1
WARIALDA 83 62 49 43 39 5 87 77.6
WEE WAA 92 69 67 64 0 0 64 -4.5
WERRIS CREEK 63 58 57 42 18 9 69 21.1
2508 2810 2658 1668 812 47 2527 -4.9
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Northern Districts 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
BERESFIELD 163 186 249 200 15 12 227 -8.8
BOOLAROO SPEERS POINT 120 184 229 155 18 13 186 -18.8
BRANXTON GRETA 77 144 179 143 15 0 158 -11.7
CENTRAL NEWCASTLE 60 103 129 65 18 18 101 -21.7
CESSNOCK 234 236 290 202 23 3 228 -21.4
CHARLESTOWN 151 102 108 95 9 15 119 10.2
CLARENCETOWN COMETS 54 79 90 112 4 2 118 31.1
COALFIELDS UNITED 158 150 138 127 26 3 156 13.0
DENMAN 72 95 92 85 24 7 116 26.1
DUNGOG 66 108 86 77 10 6 93 8.1
EAST MAITLAND OLYMPIC 325 326 316 255 31 3 289 -8.5
HUNTER 141 141 137 104 16 6 126 -8.0
KURRI KURRI 64 64 77 57 10 9 76 -1.3
LOWER HUNTER AQUANAUTS 76 48 50 59 17 0 76 52.0
MACQUARIE SHORES 72 53 56 42 15 0 57 1.8
MAITLAND 350 332 340 310 17 12 339 -0.3
MERRIWA 66 32 55 0 0 0 0 -100.0
MORISSET METEORS 65 86 95 90 5 0 95 0.0
MURRURUNDI 62 37 71 2 1 0 3 -95.8
MUSWELLBROOK 194 251 253 78 67 7 152 -39.9
MUSWELLBROOK PCYC INDOOR SC 0 0 59 36 7 0 43 -27.1
NELSON BAY RSL 64 67 70 65 3 2 70 0.0
NEWCASTLE PREMIERS 44 33 52 32 5 1 38 -26.9
NEWCASTLE UNITED 56 61 71 55 8 0 63 -11.3
NOVOCASTRIAN 168 187 191 212 25 3 240 25.7
NU SWIM 116 168 212 99 68 0 167 -21.2
RAYMOND TERRACE 147 129 136 142 2 2 146 7.4
SCONE 121 147 169 170 90 1 261 54.4
SINGLETON 142 178 173 124 12 0 136 -21.4
STOCKTON 76 84 106 96 5 8 109 2.8
SWANSEA SHARKS 102 134 151 174 13 0 187 23.8
TILLIGERRY STINGRAYS 35 0 40 58 0 0 58 45.0
UNITED 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
VALENTINE TORPEDOES 144 135 112 119 12 0 131 17.0
WALLSEND RSL WARRIORS 89 84 103 75 12 2 89 -13.6
WEST WALLSEND INDOOR 124 127 107 39 28 3 70 -34.6
WESTLAKES 75 82 93 75 8 1 84 -9.7
Y VALLEY AQUATIC SWIM CLUB 0 57 101 31 15 0 46 -54.5
4101 4430 4986 3860 654 139 4653 -6.7
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Northern Suburbs 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
ABBOTSLEIGH 120 115 164 108 82 0 190 15.9
BUSH SCHOOL LEARN TO SWIM INST 29 29 385 3 379 5 387 0.5
EZYSWIM SWIMMING CLUB 0 23 31 21 7 0 28 -9.7
HUNTERS HILL 0 171 180 137 6 1 144 -20.0
KNOX PYMBLE 165 187 198 170 34 4 208 5.1
KU-RING-GAI 233 304 332 304 83 6 393 18.4
LANE COVE 253 253 259 225 42 7 274 5.8
MOSMAN 0 1 3 0 0 0 0 -100.0
NORTH SYDNEY 138 81 73 96 4 2 102 39.7
NORTHBRIDGE 77 62 89 80 1 2 83 -6.7
RAVENSWOOD 110 81 65 81 8 0 89 36.9
THE SPIT 134 103 65 88 0 2 90 38.5
WILLOUGHBY 174 158 173 78 150 5 233 34.7
1433 1568 2017 1391 796 34 2221 10.1
Ovens and Murray
ACE 35 4 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
ALBURY 221 239 221 195 20 2 217 -1.8
ALBURY NORTH LAVINGTON 155 198 212 166 8 8 182 -14.2
COROWA AS & LSC 69 64 58 44 13 0 57 -1.7
CULCAIRN 38 50 52 40 2 0 42 -19.2
GT AQUATICS 54 0 49 0 0 0 0 -100.0
HENTY 84 96 89 99 6 0 105 18.0
HOLBROOK 103 116 120 116 3 2 121 0.8
LOCKHART 1 44 22 12 2 0 14 -36.4
760 811 823 672 54 12 738 -10.3
Riverina
BARELLAN 36 31 29 13 5 5 23 -20.7
CARMYLE 38 51 52 34 18 2 54 3.8
COLEAMBALLY 55 63 67 61 9 0 70 4.5
DENILIQUIN 91 121 136 85 18 9 112 -17.6
FINLEY 90 111 139 50 96 6 152 9.4
GOOLGOWI 46 63 52 55 1 0 56 7.7
GRIFFITH 111 115 123 74 33 6 113 -8.1
HAY 129 100 89 60 2 1 63 -29.2
HILLSTON 62 52 58 69 5 0 74 27.6
JERILDERIE AS & LSC 36 39 38 38 5 0 43 13.2
LEETON 89 105 141 136 20 1 157 11.3
NARRANDERA 0 66 89 41 23 2 66 -25.8
YANCO 45 39 66 49 21 0 70 6.1
828 956 1079 765 256 32 1053 -2.4
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South Coast and Tablelands 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
ALBION PARK 168 164 158 147 5 0 152 -3.8
BAY & BASIN 70 69 51 37 14 0 51 0.0
BERKELEY 66 59 121 67 64 2 133 9.9
BOMADERRY 118 140 151 155 19 0 174 15.2
BOWRAL 57 112 108 11 40 0 51 -52.8
BUNDANOON 59 74 39 37 8 0 45 15.4
CORRIMAL 174 184 185 133 64 6 203 9.7
DAPTO 109 138 119 104 32 3 139 16.8
HELENSBURGH HAWKS 183 173 171 152 1 10 163 -4.7
KIAMA 113 129 101 76 7 2 85 -15.8
MITTAGONG 0 0 220 137 52 1 190 -13.6
MOSS VALE 64 68 66 59 4 0 63 -4.5
NOWRA 66 104 100 95 27 4 126 26.0
OAK FLATS 120 215 153 127 17 5 149 -2.6
PICTON 158 158 149 113 5 1 119 -20.1
PORT KEMBLA 31 32 36 33 2 1 36 0.0
SHELLHARBOUR WARRIGAL 49 99 97 47 30 11 88 -9.3
THIRROUL 114 120 111 101 0 0 101 -9.0
ULLADULLA 114 99 101 57 10 9 76 -24.8
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG 101 99 181 0 72 1 73 -59.7
WARRAGAMBA - SILVERDALE 119 268 105 91 5 0 96 -8.6
WESTS ILLAWARRA AQUATIC 237 268 285 98 191 2 291 2.1
WOLLONGONG 67 97 105 89 47 4 140 33.3
2357 2869 2913 1966 716 62 2744 -5.8
South Western
ADELONG 40 44 44 7 20 0 27 -38.6
ARDLETHAN 62 66 43 48 4 0 52 20.9
ARIAH PARK 62 66 60 43 18 0 61 1.7
BATLOW 60 92 123 46 72 2 120 -2.4
BOOROWA 132 95 96 196 8 1 205 113.5
BORAMBOLA 61 85 95 88 3 0 91 -4.2
COOLAMON 63 52 95 65 1 2 68 -28.4
COOTAMUNDRA 156 110 109 83 6 1 90 -17.4
GANMAIN 34 49 43 38 2 0 40 -7.0
GUNDAGAI 75 90 108 67 5 0 72 -33.3
HARDEN MURRUMBURRAH 77 79 75 97 2 0 99 32.0
JUNEE 133 110 125 100 11 7 118 -5.6
QUANDIALLA 75 80 66 44 47 1 92 39.4
TEMORA 148 243 243 116 94 3 213 -12.3
TUMBARUMBA 38 64 45 34 2 0 36 -20.0
TUMUT 105 87 85 57 10 1 68 -20.0
WAGGA ASTHMA 157 150 159 39 90 1 130 -18.2
WAGGA WAGGA 376 332 159 165 91 8 264 66.0
WEST WYALONG 106 86 86 104 9 2 115 33.7
YASS 160 173 160 100 16 3 119 -25.6
YASS MAGPIES 0 0 24 34 14 0 48 100.0
YOUNG 159 149 133 175 10 10 195 46.6
2279 2302 2176 1746 535 42 2323 6.8
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Southern Districts 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
BATEMANS BAY 82 104 125 94 6 1 101 -19.2
BEGA 158 162 174 122 75 2 199 14.4
BEMBOKA 0 0 47 20 1 0 21 -55.3
BOMBALA 90 68 47 28 4 0 32 -31.9
CANDELO KAMERUKA 84 76 40 26 16 0 42 5.0
COBARGO 68 100 85 46 21 10 77 -9.4
COOMA 52 46 54 49 8 0 57 5.6
CROOKWELL 102 93 113 92 16 0 108 -4.4
EDEN 46 59 87 97 30 2 129 48.3
JINDABYNE 149 115 115 68 62 3 133 15.7
MORUYA 126 89 83 92 13 3 108 30.1
NAROOMA 65 65 83 55 28 10 93 12.0
PAMBULA COMMUNITY 96 103 72 38 32 0 70 -2.8
1118 1080 1125 827 312 31 1170 4.0
St George / Sutherland
BSC ROCKDALE 97 90 73 59 12 9 80 9.6
CARSS PARK 110 137 116 114 17 9 140 20.7
COMO 45 40 67 35 29 1 65 -3.0
CRONULLA 87 80 87 51 9 3 63 -27.6
DANEBANK DRAGONS 20 31 25 2 0 0 2 -92.0
ENGADINE 111 130 127 106 12 13 131 3.1
GYMEA BAY 0 4 0 37 3 0 40 0.0
HURSTVILLE AQUATIC 69 101 83 57 24 1 82 -1.2
JONES 159 117 92 71 7 2 80 -13.0
MENAI 200 123 108 58 9 0 67 -38.0
NORTH RAMSGATE 39 42 33 17 0 8 25 -24.2
OATLEY 100 97 123 109 21 6 136 10.6
PEAKHURST 186 152 275 39 97 16 152 -44.7
SANS SOUCI 111 113 78 66 5 7 78 0.0
SHIRE SHARKS* 0 0 0 61 36 0 97 0.0
SLC AQUADOT 166 185 215 119 42 1 162 -24.7
SOUTH CRONULLA 96 88 97 51 7 0 58 -40.2
SUTHERLAND WARATAH 25 20 15 6 5 4 15 0.0
1621 1550 1614 1058 335 80 1473 -8.7
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Warringah 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
AVALON BILGOLA 175 200 149 102 4 8 114 -23.5
CARLILE 255 256 433 312 152 10 474 9.5
COLLAROY 26 47 31 21 0 14 35 12.9
COLLAROY WOMENS & ASSOCIATES 29 58 52 31 0 6 37 -28.8
DEE WHY LADIES 26 25 23 16 0 11 27 17.4
DEE WHY MENS 26 17 11 7 0 11 18 63.6
FRESHWATER 163 181 181 152 8 3 163 -9.9
MANLY 201 173 157 110 3 0 113 -28.0
MANLY JETZ SWIM TEAM 63 54 65 26 12 0 38 -41.5
MANLY LADIES & ASSOCIATES 0 98 91 77 0 9 86 -5.5
NARRABEEN 0 82 88 89 10 5 104 18.2
NARRABEEN LADIES 82 69 81 31 57 6 94 16.0
PITTWATER 44 55 63 47 1 2 50 -20.6
QUEENSCLIFF 111 106 93 98 5 3 106 14.0
QUEENSCLIFF LADIES 101 88 90 60 0 8 68 -24.4
SEA EAGLES 88 66 64 42 1 3 46 -28.1
TERREY HILLS * 0 0 0 17 4 0 21 0.0
WARRINGAH AQUATIC 182 172 178 87 124 2 213 19.7
1572 1747 1850 1325 381 101 1807 -2.3
Western
BARADINE 48 37 40 31 5 2 38 -5.0
BINNAWAY 0 1 6 0 0 0 0 -100.0
BOURKE 102 111 193 136 65 1 202 4.7
BREWARRINA 27 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
COBAR 164 133 117 111 12 0 123 5.1
COOLAH 40 56 75 66 25 0 91 21.3
COONABARABRAN 122 136 128 86 21 0 107 -16.4
COONAMBLE 42 70 93 130 2 2 134 44.1
DUBBO CITY 108 89 57 90 10 0 100 75.4
DUBBO RSL AMATEUR 96 80 84 34 8 4 46 -45.2
DUNEDOO 92 101 82 57 5 0 62 -24.4
GILGANDRA 116 156 130 81 56 0 137 5.4
GULARGAMBONE 34 34 35 29 7 0 36 2.9
GULGONG 78 103 57 52 7 15 74 29.8
LIGHTNING RIDGE 0 53 63 49 11 0 60 -4.8
MENDOORAN MERRYGOEN 0 13 34 64 6 0 70 105.9MUDGEE 179 60 160 74 24 9 107 -33.1
MUDGEE INDOOR SWIMMING CLUB 0 0 0 36 4 0 40 0.0
NARROMINE 53 60 68 40 13 1 54 -20.6
NYNGAN AMATEUR 64 96 106 91 2 0 93 -12.3
ORANA AQUATIC 213 114 68 72 25 0 97 42.6
SWIMTECH DUBBO 81 84 77 68 17 0 85 10.4
TOTTENHAM 60 61 65 54 4 3 61 -6.2
TRANGIE 77 75 48 62 36 0 98 104.2
WALGETT 71 48 46 53 22 0 75 63.0
WARREN 132 125 124 95 12 0 107 -13.7
WELLINGTON 246 222 199 187 11 17 215 8.0
YEOVAL 63 51 79 50 11 0 61 -22.8
2308 2169 2234 1898 421 54 2373 6.2
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Western Suburbs 2003-2004 2004-2005 2005-2006 2006-2007 %
SW NS LM TOTAL Change
ASHFIELD 0 132 83 58 10 6 74 -10.8
BANKSTOWN SPORTS 127 231 262 75 148 12 235 -10.3
CABARITA 66 67 55 61 5 5 71 29.1
DRUMMOYNE 206 175 185 180 4 3 187 1.1
ENFIELD 40 66 80 19 13 0 32 -60.0
MLC MARLINS SWIM TEAM 174 224 293 112 89 0 201 -31.4
REVESBY WORKERS 115 133 118 42 17 0 59 -50.0
SYDNEY SWIM PLC CLUB * 0 0 0 57 11 0 68 0.0
TRINITY GRAMMAR SCHOOL 93 72 87 66 32 0 98 12.6
821 1100 1163 670 329 26 1025 -11.9
Key
SW SwimmerNS Non SwimmerLM Life Member# De registered since April 1st 2006* Affiliated since April 1st 2006
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SPONSORSHIP
NSW DEPT OF TOURISM, SPORT & RECREATIONThe NSW Department of Tourism, Sport and Recreation is a major supporter of Swimming New South Wales,providing Sport Development Grants and advice and assistance in many varied areas. The Department’sIndustry and Partnerships section in partic ular, provide a valuable service to our sport.
SPEEDOSpeedo is the official supplier of swimwear and equipment to our representative teams and squads.Speedo is a strong supporter of our goal of developing and maintaining the high calibre of swimmers inNSW and exceeding the fine performances our squads and teams have achieved in the past. Speedoalso supports our grassroots meet, the Speedo Sprint Series, providing a valuable introduction into thecompetitive area of Swimming.
SYDNEY CREDIT UNIONSydney Credit Union is the naming rights sponsor of the NSW Summer and Winter MetropolitanChampionships. The Metropolitan Championships are a key event for metropolitan swimmers in theirpreparation for State and National Championships. The sponsorship by the Sydney Credit Union willensure the continued success of these Championships
TELSTRATelstra continues its longstanding support of swimming, providing valuable resources for Statedevelopment programs. Swimming New South Wales utilises Telstra for its telecommunications needs,including land and mobile phone services.
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT NORTH RYDEThe Courtyard by Marriott North Ryde is the naming rights sponsor of the NSW Summer and WinterCountry Championships. The Country Championships are a key event for country swimmers in theirpreparation for State and National Championships. The sponsorship by the Courtyard by Marriott NorthRyde will ensure the continued success of these Championships.
ERNST & YOUNGErnst & Young continue to provide quality a udit services and professional advice to the Company.
UNION OF OLD SWIMMERSThe Union of Old Swimmers has been a very significant supporter of SwimmingNew South Wales for many years, particularly through their provision of funds toassist in the development of talented young swimmers.
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COMMITTEE REPORT
COMPETITION
Director: Suzanne Bergersen Secretary: Mary Carty
Committee Members:
Elected Delegates
Paul Crollick John Bladdon MetropolitanGlad Pye Mary Carty Open WaterGraham Taylor Jann Fathers TechnicalOne unfilled vacancy Chris Myers ASCTA
Margaret Spurway Country
Some minor changes were made to the timing and structure to our competition programs this year.
CHANGES
Winter. * Accepted recommendations from Country and Metropolitan committees as to theirCompetition Programs. The committee managed to align age groupings, however,Events were tailored to suit each location.
Supported the recommendation to the Board that Multi-Disability events becomeChampionship events at State Open, Metropolitan and Country championships.
Minimum Age of Competitors at Short Course Championships was 10 years.
Summer. * Discontinued Distance Age Championships in November. Events were included in10yr/U –12 year State Championship Program. Age grouping used were similar tothe groupings used in National Age championships
The positioning of the Youth Olympics Festival meant that the State Age and Open Water Championships were conductedbetween January 6-15, with one rest day.The older Age grouping competing during the first five days.
State Of Origin Series held in Brisbane as Long course Event. Complete re-vamp of the Speedo Series;-
- restrictions only applied to summer state medal winners in the currentseason
- unregistered swimmers permitted to contest the heats- three swimmers per district eligible for finals- time final program- District relays added to Finals Program, with certain restrictions.- District pointscore applied to the final series.
Duties carried out by members.
Review of winter and summer almanacs Accepted responsibility to review Qualifying times at the completion of each competition Established competition calendar in line with SAL’s calendar Developed/placed State open championships to benefit both NSW swimmers as well as provide competition for national Elite
squads. Accepted and acted on advice from ASCTA, Meet Directors and interested Districts.
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EDUCATION
DIRECTOR Gloria Wiegmann SECRETARY Chris Evans
The Education Committee had an outstanding year providing a wide variety of support programs to the swimming community. Individual membersof this committee, and the team as a whole, demonstrated competent planning and presentation skills resul ting in consistently positive evaluationsfrom course participants around the state.
Members of the Education Committee were Gloria Wiegmann (Director), Chris Evans (Secretary), Craig Boles, Marilyn Roberts, John Saliba,Cherry Smith and Ingrid Vanderberg, with new members Ian Hien, Rob McGuiness and Alex Warwar joining us during the year. Gwen Ridge wasmissed due to resignation early in the season.
Meet Manager workshops, led by Gloria and Cherry, were held in Northern Districts, ACT (Craig and Ingrid), North West Swim Club, Riverina,Junee Swim Club, BSC Rockdale Swim Club, Corrimal Swim Club, New England and Central Northern District and Myswim Swim Club. Theworkshop booklet was upgraded throughout the year to ensure best use of available time. A Team Manager module is being developed.
A high quality Managing a Team package, created by John Saliba, was successfully presented by John at Windsor for 12 participants, enablingparents from 3 clubs to undertake the Team Manager role at Age Nationals in Perth.
An Announcer’s course, developed by Marilyn, and presented by Mirella Mulligan, was run during the Open State S/C Championships for 5participants.
A new resource package, Learning more about Swimming, was developed by Chris and successfully presente d to a total of 34 participants in theCentral Coast and Castlereagh Districts. This train-the-trainer program aims to get new parents involved in the sport of swimming.
Marilyn led the team in organising and presenting the highly successful Stepping up t o Gold seminar with close to 300 participants, mainly 13 to18year old swimmers and their parents, at Rydges, Parramatta. A follow up seminar, Maximum Performance, will have been held at the NSW Instituteof Sport in May by the time this report goes to press.
During the year a series of articles (6) on Swimming and the HSC was published in the Swimmer magazine to provide guidance and support forswimmers and their parents managing these competing goals.
Ed’s Snack Shop was a regular and popular feature in the Swimmer.The Committee worked hard to update all education publications on theSwimming NSW website, with the upgraded Guidelines for School Swim Meets proving very popular.
A Point Score program was developed for Hawkesbury Swim Club, thanks to the work of Jim Roditis.A successful presentation stand was provided for the Swimming NSW Expo held during the Summer State Championships at Homebush.
Following the success of the various programs during the year, a budget was prepared and presented to the Board. The Board has approved asignificant amount of funding to enable these programs to continue in 2007-2008.
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METROPOLITAN
Director: Neil Rogers Secretary: Jenny Hepburn
Delegates:Castlereagh –Steve Williams Northern Suburbs –Jenny HepburnCity Of Sydney - vacant St George/Sutherland – David GoffCumberland – Brian Hosford Warringah – John RourkeEastern Suburbs – Western Suburbs –Ken HowardASCTA Rep – John Bladon
A busy swimming year has come to an end. The Metropolitan Committee has actively ensured that the Metropolitan competition programs providequality competition for our swimmers. After each championship the committee reviews the programs and qualifying times. The changes to the 2007Short Course program reflects that review and we hope this appeals to swimmers.
Committee meetings have been well attended by Districts, although it has been disappointing that the City of Sydney and Eastern Suburbs havenot been represented at any meetings in the last 2 years. Representation on the committee ensures that there is communication and informationflow between Swimming NSW and Districts and that this is filtered to the Clubs.
Our Championship meets were again very successful and Steve Williams and Cherry Smith, as Meet Directors, ensured the meets ran smoothlyand professionally. Swimmer numbers at each Championship were down but it seems swimmers are qualifying for more events. It was good to seethat records, both Metropolitan and NSW, have c ontinued to tumble at each of the Championships. The point score trophy for the Short CourseChampionships was won by SLC Aquadot and the Summer Championships were won by Carlile..A big thankyou to the Sydney Credit Union who are the major sponsors of the Metropolitan Championships. The support they give is greatlyappreciated.
The year ahead will again be a busy one. The swimming calendar continues to fill quickly.
Our thanks to the Swimming NSW staff who continually support us during the year.
We wish everyone in the swimming fraternity a great swimming year.
TECHNICAL OPEN WATER
Members: Mary Carty, John Speirs, Al Koh, Brian Dry & Lynette Crossley
Director: Suzanne Bergersen
Goal: To provide the best opportunities for the swimmers to achieve the highest level in Open Water Swimming Competition.
Objectives: To promote and encourage the sport of Open Water Swimming Competition for Swimmers and Technical Officials.
How were these Goals and Objectives achieved over the past 12 months?
Firstly is was through the Team effort of everyone concerned, in particular the Committee Members, Ian and his staff, the various Clubs and theirlocal support groups, Penrith Red Cross & Rescue Squad, SIRC staff, the Technical Officials and of course the swimmers. Thank you all for yourhard work and dedication it has been appreciated.
The Information Expo at the State Championships was also an excellent time and place to enable our members to get a better insight into theworking of Open Water and well as all the other activities of Swimming New South Wales.
Ensuring that all the Open Water equipment was in good order and available for Clubs who wished to use it for the conducting of their variousevents.
Submitted for publication in the Summer Almanac all the necessary information in relation to the 2006/2007 Marathon Series and StateChampionships.
MARATHON SERIES
Eight events were held during the season as follows:-Ripples/St Mary’s 5km with 10km swim-thru held on 12th November 2006 at Penrith LakesGosford Stingrays SC 1km, 3km & 5km events held on 26th November 2006 at Terrigal BeachPenrith “Berry Rickards” 5km with a 10km swim-thru held on 2nd December 2006 at Penrith LakesTelopea SC 2km, 5km with 10km swim thru held on 17 th December 2006 at Lake Burley GriffinScone SC “Lake Glenbawn Classic” 1km, 3km & 5km held on Australia Day at Lake GlenbawnPenrith SC “Bridge to Bridge” 3km with a 5km swim thru held on 28 th February 2007 at Penrith LakesNarrandera SC 2km, 4km, 5km & 8km events held on 10 th March 2007 at Lake Talbot.Gosford Stingrays SC 1km, 3km & 5km events held on 11 th March 2007 at Brisbane Water.
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TECHNICAL
Director: Pat Troy Honorary Secretary: Janelle BarnettCommittee Members attendance;
Janelle Barnett (9) Norm Roberts (12)Jo Currell (12) John McNamara (7) *Jann Fathers (11) Faye Rowles (9)Ken Jones (11) Jan Tredinnick (12)Frank Latta (10) Ian Lamb (2) ## Not reappointed at the June Directors Meeting.*Appointed to the Committee at the June Directors Meeting.
In August we welcomed John McNamara to the Technical Committee. John’s input into the Technical Committee has been greatly appreciated andhis work on preparing the monthly Bulletin Board items for the Swimmer has been outstanding.
We must take this opportunity to acknowledge the immense contribution that Ian Lamb made to the Technical Committee during the many yearsthat he was part of it. His support, knowledge and influence will be greatly missed. Thank you Ian and we trust that many opportunities will arise inthe future when we can enjoy your company in not only an officiating capacity but socially as well.
The National Officiating Policy is in the process of being launched. Grant Hughes from Swimming Australia gave a presentation to the New SouthWales Technical Committee at our March meeting. The Technical Committee and Swimming NSW will provide more information as it becomesavailable, on its impact and introduction. Grant did acknowledge the strength that Swimming New South Wales displays in the recruitment andtraining of its Technical Officials.
In addition to the many Swimming New South Wales conducted meets our Technical Officials provided su pport for Swimming Australia at the YouthOlympics and the “Duel in the Pool” meet between Australia and the USA. There were also requests for assistance from other sources such as thevarious school organisations and the Sports Council for the Disabled Meets. Where possible, our officials willingly provided their time and expertiseto assist with the running of these meets. Many New South Wales Technical Officials also provided strong support for Swimming Australia bytravelling interstate to work at the various Australian Championships.
The ALEC Convenors’ Workshop that is conducted every 2 years was held in August 2006 and again there was a lot of information, suggestionsand ideas discussed and investigated. The outcomes from these workshops assist in formulating the policies and processes of the TechnicalCommittee.
The Referees and Recorders Training Notes and Examinations have been revised. There were some Fourteen (14) questions removed from theReferee’s examination. The Committee felt these questions bore no relevance in testing the candidate’s overall knowledge and ability and agreedthat by removing them it would make the examination more “friendly”.
We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate George Cunningham on receiving the Order of Australia Medal (OAM) in the Australia DayHonors List. Well done George on having your outstanding service to our sport officially recognised.
As the figures below show, people continue to present themselves for training and examinations in hug e numbers with the majority of Districtsconducting training and examinations during the year.
The results of examinations held during the year were.
Successful UnsuccessfulTimekeepers 291 26Starter 62 7Finish Judge 51 1Check Starter 58 5Recorder 20 2Referee 6 4
TOTAL 488 45
Total papers for the year = 533.
Once again Swimming NSW hosted a very successful Technical Officials Dinner and the following awards were presented:
Technical Official of the Year 2006 Ingrid Van der BurgService to Officiating 2006 Ian LambALEC Convenor of the Year 2006 Bernie Boyd (South Western)Berry Rickards Encouragement Award 2006 Brian HosfordAppreciation Award 2006 Glad Pye
Congratulations to all these recipients.
The Technical Committee would like to thank; The office staff for processing the enormous amount of correspondence from the Technical Committee. The many Technical Officials who continue to provide their time and experience to assist at the many State, National, International and
the various other meets which are held throughout the year. The Board of Directors for their ongoing support. The District ALEC Convenors and the members of their committees whose demanding work assist in the successes of Swimming NSW
Technical Officials.
DISTRICT REPORTS
ACT
PRESIDENT: Judy McLeodSECRETARY: John SkeneDELEGATE: Di Silk
Swimming ACT has again enjoyed a successful year. The retentionof our Executive Officer, Marcel Lovelock and the commitment anddedication of Officer Bearers has ensured the stability and continuityof the sport of swimming in the ACT.
It is worth noting some of our swimmer achievements in the lasttwelve months. We congratulate these swimmers and wish all ourswimmers success for the next twelve months
1. Two gold medals at the Australian Age Championships,Erin Priestly (400 freestyle) and Benjamin Treffers (100butterfly)
2. Richard Eliason ranked third in the world in the S14Breaststroke
3. Ginninderra Swim Club achieved second in the Clubrankings at the SNSW Country Championships WodenSwim Club was sixth and Telopea ASC, tenth.
4. The winning of the “W. J. Payne Women’s Premiership’trophy by the Ginninderra girls at the SNSW CountryChampionships 2007
5. Cathryn Hendrickson/Benjamin Treffers winning a SNSWCoach/Athlete scholarship
6. The following swimmers achieving placement in SNSWsquads/teams
Erin Priestley Ginninderra NSW Fisher & PaykelHayden Marsh Telopea NSW Fisher & PaykelHeather Middleton Telopea NSW Fisher & PaykelClaire Nicolls Ginninderra NSW Fisher & PaykelMegan Ramsay Ginninderra NSW Fisher & PaykelTiffany Williams Telopea NSW Fisher & PaykelBenjamin Treffers Burley Griffin NSW Fisher & PaykelBenjamin Wise Canberra NSW Fisher & PaykelMeagan Ramsay Ginninderra NSW Development SquadErin Priestly Ginninderra 2006 State of Origin TeamBenjamin Treffers Burley Griffin 2006 State of Origin TeamAmy White Woden 2006 Speedo Shark SquadAdam Bingham Telopea 2006 Speedo Shark SquadRyan Tebb Burley Griffin 2006 Speedo Shark SquadBrianna Charteris Ginninderra 2007 11-12 Years IMClare Courtney Canberra 2007 11-12 Years IMAndy Chen Ginninderra 2007 11-12 Years IM
We have continued the practise of annual review of our selectioncriteria and program for our development squads. The ACT Squadsare now inline with, and similarly named to, the SNSWrecommendations and named. We are proud of our Districtswimmer and Technical Official representation at State and Nationalmeets
In 2007 most squad activities were held in Canberra. The feature ofboth the National (A) and State (B) Squad program were intenseweekend camps at the AIS. We were indeed fortunate to engage theservices of Brian Wilkinson to run these camps. Both camps werewell received by both swimmers and parents. The Junior (C) squadmain activity was to attend the Victorian Country SC WinterChampionships at Shepparton while the Gathercole Squad (D)attended the SNSW Development Meet. The Gathercole squad alsoactivities also featured more home based clinics and lectures.
The development and compilation of a swimming program thatprovides our swimmers with the best possible competition has beena notable achievement. The program caters for all ages and alllevels of competition. The dovetailing of ACT competition into thealready busy Australian Swimming and SNSW program createschallenges that have been successfully met by our CompetitionsDirector and the Competitions Committee. We successfully ran ourDistrict Championships, including our Relay Championships, WinterChampionships, the Summer Meet and the Speedo heats. The
Summer and Winter Development/Intermediate Series havecontinued in popularity and we have taken steps to retain these as“short and snappy” meets. Again the Brophy meet was a greatsuccess with all participants determined to see this meet continue.The Lunch Forum has proved very successful with participatingdistricts offering solutions to current identified problems.
We have continued lobbying of the ACT Government concerning thestate of existing swimming pools, the future direction of existingpools and potential new pools. Whilst plans are in hand for ten yearsahead we have concerns about the immediate future of our existingpools.
The District is most appreciative of its successful partnership withthe ACT Government – Sport and Recreation who have renewedour Triennial grant status. We also received a grant for $1000 toassist with the establishment of “Youth Swimming”.
The completed Strategic Review and associated Strategic Plan havebeen received. The District will now have a busy period of makingbest use of these useful documents
.Again we are proud to report the continued development andgrowth of the “Swim Program for People with Disabilities” Theprogram continues to grow and we now have two week daysessions in addition to the previous weekend sessions and still havea waiting list. The program covers Learn to swim and swimmingactivities. We thank the Canberra Olympic pool, the CanberraInternational Sports and Aquatic Centre and the Turner Primaryschool for their assistance with the provision of water for thisprogram.
The maintenance and growth of our popular website is anothernotable achievement. It is proving to be a useful tool for allswimmers. The site continues to be a reliable source for swimprograms, results, teams, ACT Top Ten and general information.
The District would like to thank the Technical Officials, OfficeBearers, swimmers and parents for their ongoing support over thelast twelve months. We look forward to another successful year.
CASTLEREAGH
PRESIDENT: Steve WilliamsSECRETARY: Wayne WoodDELEGATE: Graham Taylor
Our district encompasses five local government areas of North WestSydney and has 17 active and affiliated clubs. Our overall number ofmembers has remained relatively steady over the past few years,however due to the efforts of our ALEC, Gloria Wiegmann, and ourdistrict referees; the number of accredited officials within the districthas risen. Whilst we currently enjoy the support of 16 qualified andactive referees, we are still working to increase the number ofreferees within the district.
A strong base of officials throughout the district can only improve thequality of officiating at both club and district meets. The role of clubsand districts is, I believe, to provide swim meets that closelyreplicate a State run meet. When a swimmer fronts a major meet atany time they should feel at home and they can concentrate onswimming their best rather than worry about how different it iscompared to their club night. This in turn lets our swimmers achievetheir best.
Our Development Squads continue to enjoy strong support fromclubs and coaches alike.
This year our Bronze squad (NSW D Squad) was made up of 53swimmers. This squad completed four training sessions, each madeup of theory, stretching and pool time. Each session was headed bya different coach who was, in turn, supported by coaches fromacross the district. The Squad also undertook a weekend trip toCanberra. The trip included a visit to Questacon and competing at amajor ACT meet. The final hit out for the Squad was the NSW StateDevelopment meet at SOPAC.
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This year our Silver Squads (NSW C & B Squads) combined and 29swimmers enjoyed a weekend at the NSW AIS facility at Narrabeen.The seniors undertook 3 pool sessions, whilst the juniors had aslightly lighter workload with two pool sessions. The squads thenundertook varied activities throughout the complex. Some activitieswere to show the benefits of cross training, some helped to developteam bonding, others were pure fun.
A common trait across all the squads was a very strong sense ofteam support. The swimmers supported each other, whether duringactivities or in competition, our coaches gave time and support, andclubs gave support to all squads.
Our district is also lucky to be able to count amongst our membersmany swimmers who regularly reach the higher levels of our sport.Having these swimmers within our district helps our youngerswimmers who are striving for their own high goals. The youngswimmers can feel that those high goals are achievable becausethey can associate with one of their “own” swimmers who they justwatched compete at the World Titles.
I would to thank all the coaches, swimmers, officials and parentswho unite to make this district a very successful and harmoniousDistrict.
CENTRAL COAST
PRESIDENT: Ed MitchellSECRETARY: Toni JennarDELEGATE: Desiree Collins
Central Coast Swimming has enjoyed a very successful season.Under President, Ed Mitchell, Secretary, Toni Jennar, andTreasurer, Gordon Ferguson, the district has continued to progressin a positive way. It has been a season where our district clubs, bothin personnel and in ideas and approaches have enjoyed a friendlycooperative environment that can only benefit our sport ofswimming.
Our district has eleven Clubs. We are fortunate enough to have four25 metre indoor swimming centres and two 50 metre indoorcomplexes at the Mingara Leisure Centre (Tumbi Umbi) and thePeninsula Leisure Centre (Woy Woy). The Peninsula Leisure Centreis suitable for both 25m and 50m Meets. Our swimmers, coachesand Clubs are benefiting from the facilit ies on the Central Coast andthis is evident by the strong performances by our swimmers at NSWCountry, NSW and Australian Championships. Our stronger Clubs,Mingara Aquatic and Kincumber Pacific Dolphins are performingstrongly in the Club pointscore at these Championships.
The Central Coast Swimming Association runs five Major Meets aseason. This includes our Long Course and Short CourseChampionships, a Development Meet, the Speedo Sprint SeriesHeats and an InterClub Meet with handicap and open pointscores.The Inter Club Meet was keenly contested with ten of our elevenClubs competing. Seven Clubs ran their own Meets in the pastseason with five Clubs conducting both short course and longcourse Meets.
Open Water Swimming has become a recognised part of ourCalendar and is now included in our Club pointscore at our LongCourse Championships held in December. Gosford Stingrays alsohold their own Open Water Meets.
The Central Coast Swimming Association Development Squad hashad a mixed season. The D istrict is experiencing a change ofpersonnel with numbers being down on previous seasons. Thedevelopment programme has proved to be very popular in pastseasons and we are working towards boosting the interest andnumbers in future seasons. The Squad Coordinators havedeveloped a programme, which involves swimmers, coaches andparents. Parents of Development Squad members are encouragedto learn more about swimming and attempt the Technical Officialstimekeeper’s examination. This season the Development S quadCoordinators and parents organised the District Development Meet.
In the Technical Official area the district ALEC recognise the needfor more qualified Technical Officials in our district, particularlyreferees, starters, recorders and check starters. Regular TechnicalOfficial training days and examinations were conducted by theALEC. Central Coast has a very active and enthusiastic ALECcomprised of six Referees and two trainee Referees.
Central Coast Technical Officials have supported the local Meetswith several of our Officials prepared to nominate and gainexperience at State level. This past season has seen the continueduse at District run Meets and also at most Club run Meets of AOEand SAT equipment. Most of our Clubs now own computers and theMeet Manager Program is used at all Meets in our district. Thedistrict also own three laptop computers which they hire out toClubs.
In the past season the District Executive took the initiative ofreviewing the state of Clubs in our district. This included noting thatthere had been a substantial change in the Club Executive of ourDistrict – a lot of our long serving members had moved on. TheDistrict Executive has worked hard at educating new Club Executivein Club administration. The District has also worked at improvingcommunication between Clubs and the District. One initiative is theuse of the Central Coast website to communicate District information(ccswimming.org.au)
To the many people in our district that contribute so much of yourtime to swimming, thank you for making the past season a veryenjoyable and successful season.
CENTRAL TABLELANDS
PRESIDENT: Walter Hitchell OAMSECRETARY: Lynnette HitchellDELEGATE: Margaret Spurway
Along with the rest of our State the drought conditions we have beenexperiencing for many years have had the one redeeming feature ofmaking it easy to hold meets in outdoor pools. Our District SwimMeets, 2 Championship Meets plus our Speedo/Sprint Meet werescheduled for the 1st Sunday in February and the following weekend,our 1st Championship Meet at Glenbrook was held in fine conditionswith no hint that there would be anything different the followingweekend. With the passing of “El Nino”, in our District, over the 2nd
weekend the drought was certainly broken, with not only torrentialrainfall but long electrical thunder storms that occurred nearly everyday of some 3-5 hrs duration this continued for the next 3 weeks.
Our Speedo/District Sprint Meet on the Saturday afternoon was setup in fine weather conditions. The Meet started and the weathertook a turn for the worse with intermittent rail squalls. Out came thewet weather gear and then rolling thunder and lightning started tooccur. At first it wasn’t consistent and appeared that it may abate,however at one stage we stopped the meet for an hour and thenrestarted it and finished the Speedo Breaststroke events before thestorm intensified. It was not possible to continue as the rain wasnow affecting the electronic equipment and the lightning wascausing concern. The Meet had to be abandoned.
Backing up the next day for our 2nd Championship Meet it appearedthat with a little mountain mist around we may have some rain. Ifonly that had simply been the case we were all set up for a 10amstart and at 9.45am thunder & lightning arrived this continued for 30minutes with the rain increasing in intensity. The pool was closedfor swimming and we attempted to start the Meet at 10.30am withwhat could only be described as a “tropical downpour”.Unfortunately the electronic timing equipment did not record a resultand it was obvious that this was only going to get worse, the Meetwas postponed for 2 weeks. By Monday over 200 mm had beenrecorded.
It is worth noting that in the last 35 years that we know of, ourDistrict has never abandoned or postponed a Meet. Therescheduled Meet was held in typical misty mountain weather whichwas a relief from the previous conditions.
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The District also held two successful Open Meets, a Winter SC Meetin August at Springwood Indoor Aquatic Centre and a SummerQualifying Meet in December at Lawson.
The photo was taken at the rescheduled championship meet at 1pmwhere the only real problem was seeing the end of the pool.
We again conducted Development Squads at three venues,Bathurst, Katoomba and Springwood to make travel easier for theDistrict swimmers. Our thanks go to the coaches Rhonda Hausfeld(Bathurst group), Walter Hitchell, Simone Kerrison (Katoombagroup) and Karen Terry (Springwood group) for their time and effortin ensuring that this important program could take place. We alsotake this opportunity to acknowledge the support of the respectivepool managements for their assistance with pool space. This is vitalfor the developing sw immers and those that take part are the greatimprovers in the following season.
Finally, our District wishes to thank our Referees, the Office Bearersand all of our Volunteer Officials who give unstintingly of their time,so that our swimmers are able to develop their swimming potential.
CENTRAL WESTERN DISTRICT
PRESIDENT: Wayne DonlanSECRETARY: Barbara WeaverDELEGATE: Andrew Jennings
The CWD has been especially pleased with the success of our threeyear Winter Development Plan run mainly in the winter but with thesupport and effects spilling over into the summer season. In 2004the District had 13 Country qualifiers and 7 State qualifiers. By June2006 this had increased to 29 Country qualifiers and 19 Statequalifiers. As part of the program Squads were taken to the CentralCoast Championships and Victorian Country Championships wherefurther pleasing results were obtained. The numbers of events forwhich these swimmers have now qualified have increased overfourfold. Congratulations are extended to Keegan Thornhill who hasnow qualified for the National Open Championships in 50mFreestyle and Backstroke. The District offers heartfelt thanks toSteve Critoph, Christine Jennings and Leanne Kable. Our challengenow is to keep this momentum going with new people at the helm.
All District Carnivals were well supported although the drought hascurtailed some family’s choices. The winter and summer DistrictChampionships were again successful with 22 records broken at theSummer Championships. The sta ndard of swimming can sometimesbe quite inspiring. One of Anna Windsor’s records fell at the summerchampionships as well as others of long standing.
District swimmer membership remains stable at about 1450. Ofconcern are the effects of the drought especially in the smallerwestern towns and villages. At the moment these smallcommunities have great membership and team spirit and the poolsare open. The District sees its role as offering support at the locallevel to offset costs involved in travelling to the larger centres. Inkeeping with this philosophy, a GO CLUB Swimmer Coaching Clinicwas run on the 10 th March 2007 at Condobolin. Over seventyswimmers took part, mostly from Condobolin, but with goodrepresentation from Trundle, Lake Cargelligo and Grenfell.
The District was delighted with the results at the Brophy Carnivalwith many personal best times achieved in the exciting environmentengendered by this carnival. The District relay teams gained elevenplaces in the 20 relays that were run with many teams breaking theirentry times. The District came in third overall and second in thehandicap poin t score after winning the handicap last year. Well doneteam.
The District once again has made a great effort in recruitingtechnical officials. We welcome Colin Touzell as a referee. Colin, asthe District ALEC Convenor, took the challenge to increase by 2009the one credential officials by 50% and two credential officials by100%. These targets have already been met by March 2007. Fromthe results of our swimmers and the support from our parents andfriends we realise we have a great team and in 2007/2008 willcontinue to work with these enthusiastic people.
CITY OF SYDNEY
PRESIDENT: Raymond MorrisSECRETARY: John KavanaghDELEGATE:
CUMBERLAND
PRESIDENT: Dennis BrowningSECRETARY: Leonardo RepetiDELEGATE: Jann Fathers
After the annual elections in May last year, the District preceded intoa “steady as she goes approach” for the Year 2006 –2007.
The three year Development plan, started the previous year, wasconsolidated, through the direction of our Development Officer SteveHardy and his hard working assistant, Kathy Thompson.The activities included a great majority of coaches in the District, aswell as, Wayne Goldsmith (High Performance Coordinator forAustralian Rugby Union) who gave the Athletes, and their Parents, afast and practical look at their current achievements and futurepossibilities in the sport of swimming, with a planned andconstructive approach.
A coaches Forum was held, where a District Coaches Data Basewas commenced, and hopefully this will strategically start acommunication pathways for all established and upcoming coaches,to reinforce their positions, as well as, integrating their thoughts andideas in a better Development programmes for all level of swimmersin the District.Swimming Cumberland Head Coach is Justin McEvoy(Campbelltown SC) and Assistant Head Coach isJackie Barck (Wizards SC).
Smithfield Swimming Club closed its doors during this period,however the total number of Clubs remained steady, at 28, due tothe acceptance of Myswim Swim Club within the Cumberland Area.
A combined Technical Officials Dinner and Award Presentation washeld on Saturday 5th May at St John’s Park Bowling Club, to thedelight of all attendees.
Our District Championships were well attended and contested.
Swimming Cumberland’s Summer Age and Open Champions:9/U Claudia Hayes (Swimwest)9/U Bradley Ryan (Windsor)10Yrs Clarissa Tema (Macquarie Fields)10Yrs Joachim Bardrum (Blacktown City)11Yrs Lucy Palu (Wizards)11Yrs Liam Cunneen (Atlantis)12Yrs Michelle Bowd (Penrith RSL)12Yrs Vince Romeo (McCredie Park)13Yr Zoe Diamond (Liverpool)13Yrs Jonathan Brouwer (Ripples St Mary’s)14Yrs Chelsea Miller(Campbelltown)14Yrs Michael Fell (Blacktown City)
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15Yrs Victoria Thwaites (Wizards)15Yrs Dylan Davies (Campbelltown)16Yrs Nicole Bowden (Holsworthy)16Yrs John Otton (Atlantis)Senior Katie Lewis (Campbelltown)Senior Brad Lewis (Campbelltown)Open Christine Talty (Campbelltown)Open Michael Fenn (Wizards)
Swimming Cumberland’s Short Course Winter Age and OpenChampions were:
9/U Sarah McNiven (Campbelltown)9/U Joshua Bright (Toongabbie)10Yrs Clorinda Hogan (Atlantis)10Yrs Jacob Hosford (Blacktown City)11Yrs Celeste Murray Cooke (Holsworthy)11Yrs Mitchell Barnes (Picton)12Yrs Kini Chapple (Blacktown City)12Yrs Jonathan Brouwer (Blacktown City)13Yrs Zoe Diamond (Atlantis)13Yrs Michael Fell (Blacktown City)14Yrs Melanie Austin (Campbelltown)14Yrs Dylan Wyatt (Smithfield)15Yrs Nicole Bowden (Holsworthy)15Yrs Mitchell Fagerstrom (Holsworthy)16Yrs Allison Butler (Macquarie Fields)16Yrs Brad Lewis (Campbelltown)Senior Katie Lewis (Campbelltown)Senior Michael Hyslop (Nepean)Open Katie Lewis (Campbelltown)Open Daniel Sutic (Smithfield)
Open Water Championships were also well attended and contested,and the Overall Team Point Score was awarded to Wizard SwimClub.
The most successful Club fo r the year 2006 –2007 was awarded,for the second consecutive year,to Campbelltown Swimming Club.
At this point, it would be remiss of the Association not tocongratulate the swimmers from our area, who competed excellentlyat the recent National Age Championships:
Pool Swimming:Gold Medallists: Olivia Halicek (Liverpool SC), Alex Kelshaw(Blacktown City), Loui Freiss (Liverpool SC), Michael Fell(Blacktown City)Silver Medallists: Alex Kelshaw (Blacktown City), Loui Friess(Liverpool SC), Zoe Diamond (Liverpool SC), Brendan Micallef(Blacktown City)Bronze Medallists: Zoe Diamond (Liverpool SC), Olivia Halicek(Liverpool SC)
Open Water:Silver Medallists: Krystal De La Paz (Campbelltown, 5 & 10 Kms)Bronze Medallists: Ashley Holliday (Blacktown City, 5 kms), LarissaBlake (Wizards, 5 kms)
A further congratulatory note goes to Olivia Halicek (LiverpoolSC,,16 -18) and Alex Kelshaw (Blacktown City, 15 and Under) fortheir selection in Australian Age All Stars teams, as a result oftheir great competition at the Championships
Jann Fathers, Bill Ford, Brian Dry and Brian Hosford are also tobe congratulated, for their selection, as Officials, at the recent WorldChampionships in Melbourne.
In conclusion, the District wishes to thank the overwhelming supportof all the Swimmers, Technical Officials, Office Bearers, Parents andVolunteers for the 2006 – 2007 Year.
EASTERN SUBURBS
PRESIDENT: Greg BaxterSECRETARY: Geoffrey WilliamsDELEGATE: Brendan Baxter
Once again I thank everyone who has assisted throughoutthe season. Thanks also to Swimming NSW officials PatTroy (Director, Technical) and Ken Howard who haveass isted at our major meets.
In respect of the district operat ions, it is once again themembers of the Maroubra Swimming Club who are themainstay of the Association, holding the bulk of themanagement positions . This is not acceptable and otherclubs must be more proactive by encouraging theirmembers to part ic ipate within the District.The development squad was again conducted ove r theschool holidays at the Cranbrook School. It was wellattended by over 60 swimmers from all member clubs. I’dlike to thank coaches Gai Campbell, (Cranbrook EasternEdge), BK (Uniswim), Vanessa Smith (Sydney University),Mart in Sadlon (Cook & Phillip) & Mark Wieland (Kambala)for giving up their time to assist. Thanks also to Paul PennaSenior Psychologist, NSW Institute of Sport for his ins ightinto the swimmers mind. Special thanks also to all thosewho helped organise and run the program.
The number of swimmers attending our JuniorChampionships (10 years and under) continues toincrease. In 2004 we had 131 swimmers, 155 swimmers in2005 and 175 swimmers in 2007, an increase of 57% since2004.
The District also made the decision to grant $15,20 0 of itsfunds to its member c lubs it assist with new computers,software etc. The break -up of the funds was based on thecontributions each club has made to the district by way ofrace entries over the past seven years.
FAR NORTH COAST
PRESIDENT: Rita WilkinsonSECRETARY: Lin JohnsonDELEGATE: Deborah Gregg
The 2006-07 season got off to a great start with a DevelopmentCamp in August attended by 65 swimmers aged from 9 to 16 yearswho were put through their paces with basic drills and moreadvanced skills of swimming. At the same time a GO Club seminarwas run by Mike McLaughlin of Swimming Australia where 36parents from 12 clubs participated.
Sixteen Target Swimmers (8 boys and 8 girls) were selected fromthe Camp to represent the Far North Coast district at theQueensland State Short Course Swimming Championships held on9th -10th September. This is the first Far North Coast team tocompete interstate and the swimmers excelled themselves,returning with 9 medals (5 silver and 4 bronze), 81 personal besttimes, 50 top ten finishes and 37 new NSW State QualifyingTimes.Many thanks to Peter and Britt Charlton who put in countlesshours to organise both the Camp and the interstate trip. They werealso successful in applying for a grant to cover the cost of the mini-bus to take the swimmers to Brisbane, which significantly reducedthe cost to the swimmers and Far North Coast.
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In the coming season we look forward to following on from thesuccess of this year's development program with more initiatives t oencourage and improve our young swimmers.
This year several new members were elected to the FNCCommittee. Rita Wilkinson took over as president when Chris Millsdid not seek re-election after 5 successful years in the job. HelenGreen became treasurer, Britt Charlton registrar and Peter CharltonAlec Convener.
Unfortunately, Rita Wilkinson unexpectedly resigned as president inMarch 2007. We wish Rita all the best for the future and thank herfor her efforts, especially for initiating the work to update ourconstitution.
Thanks also to the Constitution Sub -Committee, Rita Wilkinson, PhilZappala, Margaret Harding, Bernie Thompson and Lin Johnson,who spent several weekends examining the current constitution andformulating amendments. Further work was done by Helen Green,Graham Canning, Fay Brown and Debbie Gregg who came togetherto improve the Proposed Constitution Draft. Thanks also to IanHarkness of Swimming NSW whose expertise was most valuable inachieving a successful outcome. This has been a major task and thefinal document is almost ready for submission.
Sadly, Margaret Harding, our long-serving referee and statecouncillor, has now left our district. Her dedication and efforts onbehalf of Far North Coast over many years are much appreciate dand she will be greatly missed.
Bernie Thompson is our only remaining qualified referee and wethank her for 'filling the breach' at so many of our district carnivals.Hopefully we will soon have some more referees to share the workload.
This year we welcomed Woodenbong ASC to our district and we arepleased they have consistently sent swimmers to our carnivals and,despite the distance, have regularly attended our district meetings.
District membership has been on a par with recent years, with somegreat results from swimmers of all ages. In 2006-07 more than 50district records have been broken. Swimmers from the Far NorthCoast have competed successfully at all State meets from theCountry Regional to NSW Open Championships. Many of thesetalented swimmers will also be making the journey to Perth for theupcoming National Age Championships. We wish them everysuccess.
Congratulations to coach Greg Salter and his Kingscliff Team ontheir fantastic achievements in the NSW State Open (2 nd placedNSW club and 4th Overall). Greg Salter also received a NSWISExcellence Award and swimmer, Sophie Edington, the NSW Sport &Recreation Female Athlete of the Year and Regional Athlete of theYear. Congratulations to Tay Zimmer, Lara Davenport and HaydenStoecke l for their selection in the Telstra Dolphins Australian Teamto compete at the 12 th FINA World Championships held atMelbourne in March.
Finally, a huge thank you to the dedicated committee and all thosetechnical officials and hard-working volunteers whose efforts haveensured the success of swimming in our district through the ups anddowns of the season.
FAR WESTERN
PRESIDENT: Peter OldsenSECRETARY: Angela OldsenDELEGATE: Julie Baldwin
Membership and participation levels for the past season haveremained encouragingly constant. Successful learn to swimprograms were run with a large number of children attending andhopefully remaining in the sport. The annual district championshipswere held in Broken Hill in February. The overall point scorew inners, as well as the handicap point score winners were the verystrong Alma Broken Hill Swimming club.
Despite our isolation and limited swimming facilities, the Far Westswimmers had a successful year attending and achieving at manymeets throughout New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria. Ahighlight of the season was Ellysia Oldsen of the Alma Broken HillSwimming Club winning 6 State medals, including 4 gold, andbreaking 3 Country records. She has also been selected into theNSW State Swimming team to compete at the Australian SchoolSport Swimming Exchange!
The Far Western District is lucky to have the on-going support ofaccredited coaches and officials who generously volunteer theirtime. We are looking forward to a visit by NSW Swimming toconduct a development day and clinics, as they haven’t been run inour area for quite some time. Both the Broken Hill based swimmingclubs are also eagerly awaiting the construction of a new 50mswimming pool by the Broken Hill City Council, which will hopefullysee the sport of swimming prosper in the Far West.
MID NORTH COAST
PRESIDENT: Eric WitchardSECRETARY: Robert GuyerDELEGATE: Eric Witchard
Following the Annual General Meeting 2006 the District hascompleted steps to change it’s name to Swimming Mid North CoastIncorporated. The Officers remained unchanged with: President andDistrict Representative Eric Witchard, Secretary Robert Guyer,Registrar Lois Coombes. ALEC Convener Janelle Barnett,Competitions Secretary Leesa Barrell, Treasurer Pam Guyer andPublicity Faye Rowles.The District Championships were conducted over four blocks,and swimmers were kept busy competing at the manycompetition meets conducted by the District Clubs during thesummer months. The Championship meets were hosted by PortMacquarie, Kempsey, Macksville and Coffs Harbour and wereall successful meets.
The Championship Club was again Port Macquarie andcongratulations to all their members. The Andrew Stoner MPtrophies for top point score winners were won by Djaran Smith(Macksville) for the Men and Fiona Connell (Port Macquarie) for thewomen. Kempsey Club was the winner of the Handicap Shield.
The NSW Country Regional Meet for the Northern area was hostedby the Kempsey Club. There were 44 teams, 332 swimmers and2216 entries. We were fortunate to have Ethan Rolff, SophieEdington, Hayden Stoeckel, Lara Davenport and Tayliah Zimmer- allmembers of the NSW Institute of Sport- having a hit out at the meet.It was a great experience for the Country kids to see theseswimmers in action and they were kept busy signing autographs etc.over the weekend. Everybody voted the weekend a great success.
The meet will again be held in our District in 2008 with CoffsHarbour as hosts. The District members will be asked to assist atthis meet as in previous years.
District swimmers competed in Country, State and National Titles,as well as the Speedo Finals and Grand Finals in Sydney. Somegood results were achieved at these meets.
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The ALEC Committee has again been busy conducting training andexaminations throughout the year with a result that a number ofDistrict Technical Officials have gained their credentials.A successful Go Club Forum was held in Kempsey and thoseClubs that attended the Forum gained valuable informationfrom the Swimming NSW presenters that conducted the Forum.
The District has been represented at all State Forums, CountryCommittee meetings and the Annual General Meeting duringthe last twelve months. All these meetings have been held inSydney. With the State Council now being replaced by forums,there is an opportunity for other District Committee members totake part in these forums as well as the District representative.Following the Adoption of the new Constitution at the SpecialGeneral Meeting recently and By - Laws at a Forum held prior tothe Special Meeting, the Country and Metropolitan Committeesno longer exist. The structure of other Committees will bechanged to ensure Country Clubs are represented on theseCommittees. The Board of Directors will no longer be portfoliobased and this will give other members an opportunity to standfor election to the B.O.M.
Another important change will be that all Clubs within a District andAffiliated with Swimming NSW must join the District Association. TheDistrict Association must also accept all these Clubs.
After several successful years, the District winter Developmentprogram did not eventuate this past season. The Committee thathad done a wonderful job in past years, felt that they had doneenough and did not seeking re-election. The lack of others preparedto take their place forced the program to be discontinued. The NorthCoast Academy of Sport swimming program also floundered duringthe year, so our swimmers had little winter training opportunities.With Swimming NSW taking over the roll of the Academy of Sportsprogram in the Northern area we hope that the program will be moresuccessful than in the past two years.
NEW ENGLAND & CENTRAL NORTHERN
PRESIDENT : Terry RyanSECRETARY: Barb ReynoldsDELEGATE: Una Grantham
The District started the year with the Development Squad, with allsessions being held in Gunnedah under the expert coaching of PatMcAdam (formerly Patty de Mestre). The team travelled to Sydneyand competed at the Development Squad Meet. This meet wasenjoyed very much by all who were involved.
At the end of October Kimberly Brown travelled to Inverell to launchthe GO Club. Pam Weste was the main organiser as the secretarywas tripping around England, Egypt and Morocco. Peter Freeneyalso ran a coaching day for the swimmer. This was well attendedand was very successful. Terry Ryan was also in attendance.
District Championships was held at the Manilla Pool. This year PatTroy brought the SAT timing equipment. Jan Treddenick and PatTroy also assessed the referee’s who were working so they couldkeep their referee accreditations. So this could occur the twoofficials who regularly attend State Meets, Pam Weste and BarbReynolds worked the SAT and computer respectively. DenisWoolaston (the hardworking treasurer) was invaluable assistingBarb, whilst Terry Ryan organised the medal presentations. The daywent very smoothly with quite a few Pool, District and District All -Comers Records being broken. The Manilla club were the host cluband once again did an outstanding job.
The next event was the Regional Meets. Most of our swimmersattended the Kempsey venue. Two officials from our district workedhere, Barb Reynolds and Bill Schubert, whilst Dave Chapmanworked at Cowra. All three are members of the Gunnedah club.
Will Brunsdon competed at the World Downs Syndrome SwimmingChampionships, which were held in Limerick, Ireland in September.Will won five gold, two silver and one bronze medals. This includedthree individual world records.
A number of swimmers swam at both Country and StateChampionships, both Long and Short course and Open and Age.Many medals were gained at these meets. Most of these swimmersare part of NIAS (Northern Inland Academy of Sport), which is basedin Tamworth. Di Grey from Armidale Alligators has been the coach,with some assistance from Pat McAdam, the Gunnedah coach.Chris Chie from the Alligators club has been the hard workingmanager for NIAS.
Sam Schubert, from the Gunnedah club, was successful in gainingselection for the Regional Camp, which was held at Orange inOctober. This has proved to be the springboard for Sam. He went onto qualify to swim at the Australian Age Championships.
A coaching clinic run by Eric Arnold, assisted by Kimberly Brown,was held in Gunnedah in December. This was very well attendedand all who attended felt it was excellent and very worthwhile. Theday was held in the Triathlon Club rooms, which is adjacent to thecouncil indoor pool. Also on this day a meet Manager Course washeld. at Gunnedah High School in the computer room. This was runby Gloria Wiegmann and Cherie Smith. This was also a roaringsuccess.
The Scully Park Club hosted the Speedo Sprint Heats. Sadly the rollup to this meet is not as popular as it was in days gone by. The clubnever less ran an excellent meet. Also many swimmers then madethe trip to Sydney with many personal bests being swum.
The season has finished with a six swimmers, three from ArmidaleAlligators and three from Gunnedah, swimming at Australian Age.The best result at this level was Tom Harris, who won a bronzemedal in the 17/18 years 5km Open Water, which was held atMatilda Bay in Perth WA.
Finally all clubs that ran swim carnivals over the year did a great job.Of course these could not run without the officials, in particular thereferee’s. Noreen Boehm had the task of ensuring there was at leastone referee at each qualifying meet and Samantha Gardner, withhelp from her grandmother, Una Grantham, was the ALECConvenor. Virginia Wilde once again organised DistrictChampionships and also did a lot of work setting up theDevelopment Squad. Peter White from Narrabri was the Managerfor the Development Squad organising bus, accommodation etc forthe trip to Sydney and many other tasks.
NORTHERN DISTRICT
PRESIDENT: Jann TredinnickSECRETARY: Kerrie OsbourneDELEGATE: Jann Tredinnick
Once again it has been a very busy year for our District. For mepersonally I would like to particularly thank Jan and the ManagementCommittee for their help and support, it is a really great team ofpeople helping to make this District a great environment for childrento experience and enjoy the sport of competitive swimming.
During the course of the year we held, in conjunction with SwimmingNSW, a Go-Club Forum. It was a most informative and interestingday. For those clubs who did attend and thought they workedefficiently there was still something to learn and for those clubs whodid not attend you really did miss out on gaining this invaluableinformation. We are planning another Go-Club Forum during thisyear and I would urge as many clubs to attend as possible, youmight find it just as rewarding.
Congratulations to both Jessica Legge and Stephanie Williams ontheir success during the past year. No doubt we will continue to seeboth girls setting and attaining their goals in the future.
To all of our District competitors who have competed during thecourse of the year, whether it be at Encouragement, Country, Stateand National level meets, congratulations on achieving your goals,even a small PB can be rewarding. Congratulations also to ourparents for helping to make each and every one of your clubs asuccess, without our volunteers/parents it would not happen.
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I would also like to say a big thankyou to our Development SquadCoach Kengo Yagami and Co -Ordinator Lee James. Once againthis is an area in which we can be very proud. It is a wonderfulspringboard for our young swimmers to hone their skills for thefuture.
I would also like to congratulate our new Technical Officials.Working on pool deck is very satisfying and it is the best place to beinvolved in a meet.
NORTHERN SUBURBS
PRESIDENT: Kerry O’LoughlinSECRETARY: Jenny GilbertDELEGATE: Jenny Hepburn
Another successful and busy year has flown by. It seems likeyesterday that I wrote the previous District report however, my spiessay this isn’t correct and it was twelve months ago.
A Forum was held during the year which Jenny Gilbert, Judy Daviesand myself attended. This was to discuss changes in the SwimmingNSW Constitution and merging of District Associations. Fortunately,we didn’t see the changes within the Districts but did see the demiseof the Metropolitan and Country Committees thereby no longerneeding a representative on the Metropolitan Committee. Hopefully,communication with Swimming NSW will be as effective as it waswhilst the Committees were active.
Once again we held our three District Championships, two inNovember and one in December in 2006. Over the three meets, wehad a total of 1002 athletes, 2347 entries and 203 relays. This wasup on last year and it was very pleasing to witness the enthusiasmof the clubs especially in the relays. Willoughby won overall ClubChampion with Abbotsleigh the runner up. Willoughby also took out11 of the trophies up for grabs with Abbotsleigh snaring 1, KnoxPymble 1, Hunters Hill 1 and Ku-ring-gai 2. Seven Records alsotumbled over the three meets. Congratulations to all our NorthernSuburbs Clubs and their swimmers in making our Championships sosuccessful. Can’t wait for the competition to begin again this year.
Jenny Hepburn was the organiser of the Speedo Sprint Series thisyear. We had 245 athletes swim in the heats with 852 entries fromeight Clubs. This was up on last year. 69 of these athletes made itto the finals with 144 entries from seven of our clubs. Once againthis was a pleasing number with 5 1st placings, 1 2nd, 5 3rd and 30 inthe top ten other than the previous ones mentioned. This year forthe first time they had District relays where Northern Suburbsexcelled themselves coming 3 rd overall. Our swimmers achieved 41sts, 1 2 nd, 3 3rd , 1 4th and 1 5th placings. Congratulations guys, welldone.
Judy Davies is gradually educating us concerning the developmentsquads and this year is hopeful of having at least two squads, thejuniors and the State swimmers. Many thanks to Judy for all the hardwork involved in giving our District members the opportunity to getinto these squads. In addition, many thanks to the coaches whogive up their time to coach at the development training sessions andfront up on the day at the Development meet.
The usual team of hard working officials have participated atseemingly all the school meets over the Summer. Many thanks toPauline Corthorn, Judy Davies, Margaret Kniha and Ian Smith foralways being available to help at these many carnivals.
Unfortunately, we have a few Council members who will be steppingdown from their positions this year. Many thanks to TrevorMcMahon the current Treasurer who will be passing on the financialreins, Jenny Gilbert our current Secretary and our newest LifeMember, Jenny Hepburn, the Metropolitan Committeerepresentative and the Speedo Sprint organiser. All your serviceswill be greatly missed. Many thanks to all of our Council membersfor their support once again this year and may we continue to be justas successful in future years.
RIVERINA
PRESIDENT: Chris HayesSECRETARY: Jane SymonsDELEGATE: Felicity Palmer
The year commenced on a sad note with the passing of life memberin Tom Sullivan. For those who knew Tom all of us will rememberthe joy and happiness he brought to swimming and his great senseof humour.
District Development Days were conducted by Michael Edwards anddistrict coaches continued to work together over the winter months.The development program concluded with an excellent visit by PeterFreeney and coupled with the Go Club presentation and anEducation Committee meet manager for club representatives.
Felicity Palmer and Clem Newman continued with lectures providingthe district with a proficient pool of working officials. District officialscombined with Murray and South West officials for the TransTasman Meet in Wagga in 2006.
Griffith, Narrandera and Leeton clubs competed at NSW State Age,NSW Country Meets. Entries were low for the Regional meet atDeniliquin, the club still managed to present and market SwimmingNSW with a high level of professionalism and publicity arising fromthe meet.
District records were regularly lowered throughout the season.Record breakers included Nathaniel and Benjamin Romeo(Narrandera), Afton Palmer and Jacob Hopper (Leeton), MichelleConnelly, Reagan Dunlop, Emma Groat and Paul Sartor (Griffith).
The District Championships at Griffith were the largest for manyyears. Swim meets were conducted at Barellan, Finley, Hillston,Narrandera, Leeton, Hay and Regionals at Deniliquin. Clubmembership numbers continue to grow, however the number ofswimmers travelling to other towns dropped by some 10%. Theeffects of the drought and the diminished family finances becamevery evident over the summer.
Narrandera conducted an extremely successful 10th Open Waterevent. Every year the numbers grow due to the club’s professionalapproach and presentation.
District selectors Julie Palmer and Michael Edwards completed alarger than normal task selecting relays for the Speedo meet and theJames Brophy Invitational Inter-District Sprint Meet in Canberra.
2006/07 Trophy WinnersNewman Shield GriffithPiccoli Trophy DeniliquinSullivan Trophy Griffith
Calorafield Shield Leeton
Felicity Palmer, Jane Symons, Julie Palmer, Simon Lee and ClemNewman contributed to the continued development of districtswimming. Paula Blomfield and Helen Hayes maintained the districtrecords.
SOUTH WESTERN
PRESIDENT: Micheal SouthwellSECRETARY: Christopher NeallDELEGATE: Micheal Southwell
The South Western District has had another successful summerseason of swimming, holding 3 championship, 4 non champ andinvitational carnivals, with all the carnivals being well attended bycompetitors plus being well organised and run by the host clubs.
Competitor numbers this season have been down a little owing to acouple of main factors especially the drought and the cost of fuel,causing some families to make decisions about how many carnivalsthey can attend.
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The South Western District was well represented at Winter Stateand Winter Country, Summer state and Summer CountryChampionships, Speedo Sprint and the Brophy Sprint Series.
Mr Bernie Boyd one of South Westerns long standing activemembers was recognised for his services to swimming whenacknowledged by Swimming NSW with a presentation in December.
The district again this season has had many members successful inpassing their technical officials exams for a variety of qualifications.
South Western is looking forward to the 2007/2008 seasons afterthe winter break. One of our district clubs has been allocated one ofthe three Country Regional Swim Meets to be held in January 2008.Cootamundra will be the host club and they are expecting a busytime and a lot of interest from near and far.
SOUTHERN
PRESIDENT: Phil HarrisSECRETARY: Carol MeadDELEGATE: Jack Van Dongen
The season has been a long hot season for Southern Districts withall clubs in the District hosting a Carnival.
The past few years has seen a drop in competitor numbers at clubcarnivals. This is a matter that should be addressed at club levels.
Competition wise the district has competed at all levels up to butexcluding Nationals. All events are now catered for with in the districtand the district championships were again a highlight of the season.
Throughout the season there were swimmers from all around thedistrict competing at State, Country and Speedo sprints with thisonly meaning that swimmers are being well skilled by their coaches.
I would like to thank the Southern Districts Committee for their helpthroughout the year with a special thanks to our carnival refereeswho without their officiating we could not function.
Secretary
Southern District has enjoyed a successful season once again.
Many of our swimmers attained personal best levels throughout theseason – congratulations must go to them all for theiorachievements.
Congratulations must also go to those who have been selected inthe Country Region al Squad, To Kelby Pointon, James Grant,Joshua and Travis Overend, well done !
Our three northern pools at Batemans Bay, Moruya and Naroomaare now under the management of the YMCA. This has proved to bea different experience in many ways and we are hoping that theseclubs will be able to retain their present usage of their pool facilitieswithout too many changes.
My thanks go to my fellow committee members for their help andsupport throughout the season and hope that next season will beeven bigger and better.
ST.GEORGE / SUTHERLAND
PRESIDENT: Philip SpeetSECRETARY: Paulla InglisDELEGATE: Philip Speet
After our Annual General Meeting in May we started the 2006-2007season off with our Winter Championships which were held atSutherland Leisure Centre. Entries were down compared to theprevious season but this didn’t prevent 24 records being broken overvarying age groups. Fantastic effort!
Once again we held our D Squad development camps at SouthCronulla Swimming Complex. This year swimmers 9 to 15 and over
were allowed to attend. The camp was split up into junior and seniorgroups. I have to say, as one of the coaches, that the junior groupwas the most enthusiastic group I have ever been associated with.They enjoyed themselves immensely. The camp culminated in theState Short Course Development Meet at SOPAC and all ourswimmers performed very well. We came away with quite a fewmedals, together with excellent results in the relays. To our ChiefCoach Terry Noel and the other coaches Jenny Noel, AmandaJones, Adam Ridley many thanks for your hard work. Sadly, Terryhas decided he’s had enough and will be sticking to coaching hissquad at South Cronulla. His expertise will be sorely missed by thecoaches and swimmers. Many thanks again, Terry.
The District sent a group of about 25 swimmers, 12 years and over,to Canberra to compete at the AIS championships. Many thanks tocoach Gavin from Aquadot who was in charge of the swimmers.The results were no less than brilliant! St George Sutherlandswimmers dominated the meet.
In line with swimming development, a swim camp for the B and Cswimmers was held at Narrabeen Academy of Sport. Greg Rogersand Roz Moller were the coaches with Roland Vance and CherrySmith acting as “house parents”. Don’t know who enjoysthemselves the most, the adults or the swimmers. This camp wasan innovation of Roland Vance and has been a very popular campfor our swimmers. Abseiling, canoeing, rope climbing and archery(!) are some of the activities our swimmers took part in and, oh, yes,some swimming was involved too!
In November 2006 we introduced a meet called the Open DistrictTwilight Distance Meet which was held at Carss Park. As the namesuggests events from 200 m to 1500 m were conducted. It wasdisappointing that it wasn’t very well represented by our Districtswimmers but it certainly drew interest from many clubs outside theDistrict. To those clubs, thank you for your patronage.
The District Summer Championships were held at the newlyrenovated Engadine Leisure Centre. The venue was excellent. Wecouldn’t have had a more perfect day weather-wise. As usual, wehad to compete with a four-way Nippers carnival at Cronulla soattendances were not what they could have been. Only one recordwas broken at the carnival and that was by Joel Walker from SouthCronulla, who broke the 8 yrs 50 m freestyle which was set by BHansen on 5 February 1978 – 28 years ago! Joel’s record is now34.35. Congratulations! Thanks to Engadine Swimming Club forrunning the delicious barbeque!
The venue of our Level 2 Development meet had to be changed atthe last minute and profuse thanks to Dick Caine who allowed us touse his pool at Carss Park. We thought we had planned the eventvery carefully so that it didn’t clash with State Nippers butsomewhere along the way the date for State Nippers was changedso the attendance at our meet was affected. Congratulations to theswimmers that did compete – there were a few swimmers from myCronulla Swim Club and they enjoyed themselves immensely andcame away with swag of medals.
Heats of the Speedo Sprint Series were held at Bexley SwimCentre. What an excellent venue and what an excellent meet.Everything ran like clockwork – what an excellent group of officialswe have! At the Grand Finals of the Speedo Sprint the District cameaway with three first placings, six second placings and three thirdplacings. In the relays we had three first placings, three secondplacings and one third placing. We finished second overall– apretty good effort.
Team Aquadot has been the star of the District clubs. It finished firstin the Summer Metros and I don’t think I am incorrect in saying thatit finished first in State Open and Junior and Senior Age. It wasawarded a Go Club PB Gold Medal and in the National Age in Perthit ranked 10 th in Australia and first in New South Wales.
At National Age recently, our District was represented byapproximately 30 swimmers. Some of the swimmers wereexperiencing their first National meet and no doubt the experiencethey gained will be with them for a long time.
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Congratulations to Craig Stevens on his third in the World 400 mtitles. It was really good to see his hard work finally rewarded. Itwas also very nice to see our Suzanne Bergersen and Cherry Smithofficiating at the World Titles in Melbourne.
All in all a successful period for St George Sutherland. We have avery hard working Committee and I would like to thank them all fortheir hard work and especially for the help they have given me thisyear. The coming year is going to be an interesting period,particularly with the proposed amalgamation of districts and I feelsure our Committee will be up to whatever challenge is put to them.
WARRINGAH
PRESIDENT: Judy TierSECRETARY: Michael RidleyDELEGATE: Sunny Bidner
OrganisationThe number of swimmers in the district remained steady but some ofthe smaller rock pool clubs have reported decreases in membership.The district as a whole is reviewing opportunities to developswimming numbers and will implement strategies for the comingsummer season. However, there is a lot of competition for youngermembers with the continued popularity and growth of nippers at 19local surf clubs.
Once again some clubs reported disruptions to competition due tomembers attending winter sport team trial activities. This issomething that must be affecting all summer clubs and it continuesto reduce numbers attending club meets, especially as the schoolmeets are completed.
Regular General Meetings, supported by the majority of affiliatedclubs, were conducted each month to direct the activities of theassociation. These meetings again provided opportunities for clubsto provide input to the Association’s plans and long term strategies.
We welcomed a new club to the district in February – Terrey HillsSwimming Club. A small number of their swimmers participated inthe junior meet and we hope to establish a successful arrangementwith this growth area. Another local club has expressed interest inaffiliation and will hopefully seek affiliation with SNSW shortly.
Access to poolsThe lack of suitable pools for both training and competition meantclubs were restricted in training activities and many schools had totravel 30 kilometres to find venues for school meets.
This is a sad indictment of our local councils to the development ofsporting activities (not only for swimming but for all sports). At a timewhen vandalism and other anti social activities are on the increase,governments and councils make no move towards providingfacilities to support activities that will provide guidance and off streetactivities. This is an area where SNSW may have to applyleadership at state level to seek and expand funding.
An attempt by a loca l RSL to develop a pool complex wasabandoned due to the attitude of a small number of the communitycomplaining. A proposal is going forward for a 50m pool in thePittwater council area based on local contributions to the $6m cost.If successful, there will at least be some alternative to WarringahAquatic Pool where rising costs have restricted our access to thepool.
The Association requested and was granted $9822 by the Dept ofSport and Recreation as a 50% share in providing touch pads for theturn en d of WAC pool complex. The Association contribution ismade up from funds gathered over the years from swimmer entryfees and other funding.
This grant allows flexibility at meets as there was a restriction ondiving at the shallow end due to water depth. Our thanks to theDepartment and Warringah Council for their co-contributions in thisupgrade.
ConstitutionAfter changes to the constitution last year the association intends toconduct a full review in the coming year. This will hopefully bring theconstitution in line with SNSW.
MeetsThere were no changes to the previous year with 2 summer LCchampionship meets, 2 winter SC meets, 2 junior meets togetherwith Sprint and the Jenny Oates Sprint Meet. Time Trials prior toNationals could not be conducted due to excessive pool hirecharges.
The numbers of entries to meets remained steady although thisrepresented younger swimmers rather than the more experiencedswimmers. Continuing problems as in previous years with therecording equipment at WAC interrupted a number of meets.
The district re-introduced a handicap start meet at a rock pool toencourage participation for swimmers at this level. The meet wasextremely successful with over 200 swimmers entering in freestyle,strokes and relay events. The meet will now become a permanentfixture on the Association’s calendar.
The Association supported 50 school meets, providing a number ofofficials and meet directors on a voluntary basis.
ALECTraining for new officials and continued training of current officialscontinued with some clubs having groups of parents achievecredentials. The district continues to suffer staffing its meets assome of the more experienced referees retire or cut back onappointments undertaken.
OfficialsDistrict officials were appointed to state and Australian age andopen meets and SNSW meets such as Duel in the Pool. Ourexperienced stalwarts continue to provide extensive support toswimming at all levels.
District DevelopmentWith a crowded calendar restricting access to pools and swimmers,only the Green squad was conducted. 30 swimmers attendedtraining sessions and the development meet at SOPAC. The level ofenthusiasm was high and nearly every member of the squadattended the SOPAC meet and achieved PBs. Thanks to thecoaches involved in these activities.
District swimmers attended state and national age championships,Australian Open meets and trails. Recent results at national agewere encouraging with medals and top 10 places spread acrossvarious clubs.
The FutureThe association will continue to work towards the improvement andgrowth of swimming in its district. Plans are underway for a fullrange of development programs to be undertaken during the wintermonths, summer advertising and raising the awareness of thecommunity to the benefits of swimming, and more ‘meets’ formembers who do not want to be super competitive.
Open water is also on the agenda for this coming season with ameet to be held at Manly Dam. Initial planning is underway for thisactivity.
Our focus will take in not only the competitive clubs but those clubswho provide the environment for family involvement and whereconfidence and enjoyment can be directed into a strongerparticipation in the sport.
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WESTERN SUBURBS SWIMMING ASSOCIATION
President: Peter LozanSecretary: Michael AshwoodForum Delegate: Ken Howard
Western Suburbs Swimming Association Inc. (WSSA)experienced a successful year with several significantachievements. This report covers activities in Area and Statecompetition, swimming development, officiating and generaladministration matters.
Competition: At the District or as now known, Area level, weconducted two successful winters championship meets both at theTrinity Grammar School Pool. These were well attended andprovided excellent competition. Our three summer championshipmeets were held at the MLC School facility in October andNovember of 2006 and February this year.. This modern indoor 50mfacility provided an excellent opportunity for swimmers to qualify atState Distance, State Open and the Telstra Trials. During theseevents, 31 individual and 2 relay WSSA records were broken —asure sign of the improving quality of our swimmers.The revised entry criteria and revamped program saw a 100swimmer increase in the Speedo Sprint series heats.. Severalswimmers went on to the finals where WSSA came 5th in the pointscore and our swimmers achieved 3 Gold, 4 Silver and 4 bronzemedals as well as a host of finalist’s ribbons.State & National Level: At the two Metropolitan Championshipsand several State and National competitions, we qualified a total of678 competitors, which is a significant increase over previous years.At State level 3 Western Suburbs Clubs scored in the top 10. Sevenof our clubs also qualified national open and age level competitors.In these competitions, our swimmers won a total of 5 Gold, 9 Silverand 7 Bronze medals with a further 53 finalist’s ribbons coming ourway. This is an excellent achievement for a small area. ChristopherAshwood of the Sladem Club also represented Australia in the TransTasman series and achieved a silver medal. He also representedwith distinction at the 2007 Youth Olympic Festival and won athrilling 1500m Freestyle with a several second PB.Overall , our achievements at these levels have been mostheartening and some very promising swimmers are now emerging.
Development: The Western Suburbs Development program wasvery successful and well supported during 2006.Several sessions were conducted and these included a wide rangeof swimming and complementary advice segments.A total of 38 swimmers in 147 individual and 5 relay eventsrepresented WSSA at the Development meet. This was a slightincrease in numbers and most of the swimmers achieved PB’s at themeet---which indicates the worth of the program and its essentialplace in the process of identifying talent and progressing theswimmers to the next level.
General Administrative Matters: A Bankstown City Councildecision to open tender the swim school and coaching activities atBirrong and Revesby Swimming Centres saw the departure of longstanding coaches at both facilities. The Council has recognised thatit failed to properly communicate its intentions to the swimmingfraternity at the time and have now set up a Pools AdvisoryCommittee with Club and community representatives. At time ofwriting, a notable omission from this body was a representative from
WSSA. Further negotiations are being initiated. Following theextensive delays in having the Birrong 50m Pool re-built, work hasbeen finally completed and the pool is now open for swimming.Stage 2 of the Birrong redevelopment is also now being displayed.The Revesby Pool problem of maintaining all year round heat in the50m pool as well as the pool space problem in the 25m pool has stillnot been addressed by Council.Several training sessions were held for budding technical officialsand those wishing to expand their qualifications. All clubs are beingencouraged to put people forward for training and examination.Western Suburbs Technical Officials again featured prominentlyduring the Championship series. Neil Rogers has been appointed aFINA starter and several of our officials worked at theCommonwealth games, World Championships and the severalnational championshipsMLC Marlins, Ashfield ASC, Sydney Swim PLC and Trinity Grammarand the prominence of long established clubs like BankstownSports, Revesby and Sladem increased the WSSA presence at theChampionships throughout 2006/7.Committee meetings were held on a monthly basis during the yearand were well attended, a quorum being present on all occasions.Clubs are permitted to send representatives to hear and contributeto the debate so that we can ensure that the correct message isreported to our members.Conclusion: This was generally a successful year with muchpromise to build on in the development and competition areas in2007/8.
WESTERN DISTRICTPRESIDENT: Ru HuntSECRETARY: Anthony ChapmanDELEGATE: Anthony Chapman
The past 12 months have been a very busy one for the districts withmost clubs running their annual carnival. Numbers have been downa little given the current economic, drought and petrol prices positionin our area.Now that there are a couple of indoor swimming facilities, clubs havetaken it upon themselves to prevail locally rather than travel over100 kilometres to train.
The districts financial position still remains strong which will continueto enable a number of programs to be established in the comingyear. These will be discussed at the District’s upcoming AGM
The District has again conducted two coaching camps,Gulargambone and Coolah with more than 30 swimmers inattendance. Emphasis of these camps was on skills developmentand from all reports the swimmers who participated enjoyedthemselves as well as learn form skills shown. The Districts annualchampionships were held again at the Dubbo Aquatic Centre andwere well attended by swimmers throughout the districts. It was verypleasing to see for the first time in many years competitors fromCobar and Bourke, two of our out lying clubs compete.
Many of the District’s swimmers competed once again at National,NSW Country, State Age, Country Regionals, Speedo Sprint Series,James Brophy and Victorian Country Meets.
The District is looking forward to continuing to work with all clubsand next season hopes to offer clubs more.