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Welcome to our August newsletter!

There’s a lot happening at WPNSW this August! Super League registrations are open, our 17U and 15U Boys and Girls State Teams are locked in, and capitation fees are frozen from last season – no increase this year. Plus, Coffee Club for Coaches sessions are now live on YouTube, and we had a special guest session with AJ at the Academy!

A Message From The CEO

Dear WPNSW Family,

As we enter the final month of the 2024/25 season, it’s been a fantastic year of growth.

The WPNSW Board has approved the FY25/26 budget, and after returning to surplus, we’re freezing membership fees, both club/association affiliation fees and individual membership capitation fees for next season.

Following extensive consultation, the Board has also endorsed our 2025–2032 Strategic Plan, which will launch alongside WPA’s Strategic Framework on 23 August—thank you to everyone who contributed.

Next season’s Events & Competitions calendar is now live, and Regional Service Plans are underway. The annual club and association affiliation process will take place in August ahead of the 1 September season roll-over.

Thank you for working together towards a stronger future for water polo in NSW. I cannot wait to see what we can achieve together in the year ahead.

Yours in water polo,
Lucy

State Team Announcement

WPNSW State Team Annoucement

Water Polo NSW is excited to announce the athletes selected for the 2025 15&U and 17&U Boys and Girls State Teams. These talented young players will represent NSW at the National State Championships in Canberra from 30 September to 4 October. The NSC is a premier performance event and a key selection opportunity for Water Polo Australia's National Age Group Program. We’re proud of the hard work and dedication shown by all selected athletes.

👉 Click here to view the full team list

Events & Competitions Update

2025/26 Event Dates and Venues Annouced

Water Polo NSW is thrilled to present a packed calendar for the 2025/2026 season. The flagship NSW State Championships will run from 1-11 December 2025 at Sydney Olympic Park, featuring five age groups: U12, U14, U16, U18, and U22. Team entries open on 17 October and close 31 October.

In early 2026, regional events take the spotlight. The Open Country Club Championships (23-25 January in Albury/Wodonga) and Junior Country Club Championships (6-8 February on the Central Coast) provide valuable competition for senior and junior players across regional NSW. The NSW Masters Championships (21-22 February in Tamworth) offer a fun and social weekend for players born in 1991 or earlier. Rounding out the season is the Big Orange U12 Carnival (6-8 March in Orange), a development-focused event for our youngest players (U12's). We look forward to another exciting season of competition, connection, and community across NSW.

Competitions Update

Winter Metro Competition 2025

Grand Final Dates and Venues

Under 12's: 17th of August at Ryde Aquatic Centre

Senior Mens: 19th of August at Ryde Aquatic Centre & Auburn Ruth Everuss Centre

Senior Womens: 20th of August at Ryde Aquatic Centre

Juniors: 24th of August at Ryde Aquatic Centre and Pymble Ladies College

Summer Metro Competition 2025/26

Team Entries Open: 1st of August

Team Entries Close: 15th of August

WPNSW Super League

The 2025/26 WPNSW Super League is back - and bigger than ever!

Team entries are now open for WPNSW Super League and will close on the 15th of August 2025

First round starts: late September

Entries are open to all men’s and women’s teams – from NSW, interstate, and internationally. Please note: NSW teams will be prioritised first, with interstate and overseas entries accepted shortly after.

Secure your spot now!

Email competitions@waterpolonsw.org.au for more information

News, Updates and Opportunities

Water Polo NSW is thrilled to welcome Mark Marino as our new Integrity Manager, strengthening our commitment to integrity, safety, and fair play in our sport.

With over a decade of executive leadership, including CEO roles at Baseball NSW and the Sydney Blue Sox, Mark brings a wealth of experience in integrity, governance, compliance, and athlete wellbeing.

As a former professional athlete and Australian baseball rep, he understands what it takes to uphold ethical standards from grassroots to elite competition.
Mark’s leadership will be key to embedding integrity, respect and safeguarding across everything we do.

For integrity concerns, please email integrity@waterpolonsw.org.au
Mark handles integrity matters on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If urgent, please call enquiries on 0497 566 560.

Please join us in welcoming Mark to the WPNSW community!

Our Academy athletes were absolutely stoked to be joined by none other than NSW water polo legend and three-time Olympian, Aidan "AJ" Roach!

AJ didn’t just stop by for a quick visit, he jumped right into the pool deck, helping coach the session alongside our Academy staff. With a wealth of international experience and years at the top of the game, AJ brought unmatched insight, passion, and energy to the training.

He shared invaluable tips, broke down elite-level strategies, and offered real-time feedback that left a lasting impression on every athlete in the pool. More than that, he inspired our young players with stories from his Olympic journey, reminding them of what’s possible with dedication, teamwork, and resilience.

It was an unforgettable experience and a huge boost for our Academy athletes to learn from one of the best. Thanks for joining us, AJ!

Coffee Club for Coaches

Upcoming Sport Integrity Australia Webinar

Our Team is Growing! Join Water Polo NSW!

Water Polo NSW is expanding, and we’re excited to welcome new talent to our family!

We’re hiring for two important roles:
🔹 Competition Coordinator (0.6 FTE)
🔹 Event Manager (FT)

If you’re passionate about sport, organised, and ready to help us deliver top-notch competitions and events, we want you on our team!

Jump in and be part of something special - click here to apply

NSW Office of Sport Funding - NOW OPEN

Does your club need new gear or have a program ready to roll out but needs funding?

Applications are now open for the 2025 Local Sport Grant Program!

Eligible sporting organisations can apply for grants between $2,000 and $20,000.

Click here to apply

Have your say on the future of community sport!

The Australian Sports Commision is developing the first-ever National Community Sport Infrastructure Action Plan, and they want to hear from YOU.

Your input can help shape more inclusive, accessible, and multi-purpose sporting facilities across Australia.

The survey takes just 15 minutes and is open until late August.

Let’s make sure the water polo community is represented in this important conversation

Click here to complete the survey

Tax-Deductible Donations

For the first time, Clubs and Associations can set up tax-deductible donations through the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) as part of the member registration process in revSPORT. This new add-on makes it easy to offer donation options during sign-up.

For further infomation, click here

Community Updates

Check out what's happening in the WPNSW Community! Have a good news story or information to share? Let us know by emailing enquiries@waterpolonsw.org.au.