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Five Athletes to Represent Australia in Abu Dhabi

Diving Australia is pleased to announce five athletes to represent Australia in two diving disciplines at the upcoming FINA Abu Dhabi Aquatics Festival to be held December 19-20, 2021. Melissa Wu, Cassiel Rousseau, and Esther Qin will don the Green and Gold in diving with Rhiannan Iffland and Xantheia Pennisi representing in high diving.

FINA World Junior Diving Championships 2021 Update

Due to the ongoing global pandemic, and logistic and financial hurdles, Diving Australia has made the difficult decision to not send an Australian team to compete at the FINA World Junior Diving Championships 2021 scheduled for December 2-9, 2021, in Kyiv Ukraine.

Anabelle Smith Appointed to AIS Black Dog Mental Fitness Program

Anabelle Smith has today been announced as an ambassador for the AIS Black Dog Mental Fitness Program. Anabelle, fresh off her third Olympic Games, will join a group of 20 athletes from 16 sports in providing mental health strategies to children aged between 12 and 16.

Diving Australia Annual General Meeting Report

On October 20, 2021, Diving Australia held its Annual General Meeting. At the Meeting Diving Australia Chair Mike Murphy spoke on the challenging year, strong financial returns and Diving Australia’s impressive results highlighted by Melissa Wu’s performance at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Birmingham 2022 Nomination Criteria Announced

With 9 months to go until the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, Diving Australia in consultation with Commonwealth Games Australia has announced its athlete Nomination Criteria.

2021 Stay At Home Dryland Competition Results

Diving Australia congratulates all competitors in the first ever Stay At Home Dryland Competition. 66 divers from five states competing in the competition which is now available to watch on our Facebook page.

Athlete Wellbeing and Engagement Update

All of us at Diving Australia would like to extend our warmest congratulations to Athlete Wellbeing and Engagement and Child Safe Sport Manager Teri Crilly on her recent pregnancy announcement. Teri is a key member of our front office staff and a key touchpoint for many in our diving high performance pathway.

Mike Martens Announced as National Coaching Coordinator

Diving Australia is pleased to announce the return of Mike Martens to the diving community in the part time contract role of National Coaching Coordinator.  Martens has commenced in the role which oversees the development and education of Australian diving coaches nation-wide.

Australian Elite Juniors Championships Opportunities

Diving Australia and the State Associations have been working hard in putting in place a schedule of opportunities to replace the Elite Junior Championships which, as previously communicated, can no longer be held in person.  The logistical considerations have been challenging but we think we have been able to put in place some opportunities that will enable all of our Elite Junior athletes (even those currently in lockdown) to have something tangible to aim for in the coming months.

Declan Stacey Announces Retirement from Competitive Diving

Commonwealth Games and FINA Diving World Cup medallist Declan Stacey has today announced his retirement from competitive diving. Stacey departs the sport having left a lasting impact on the international and Australian diving communities.

Inaugural National Jump In Day a Success

On Saturday September 4, Diving Australia held its first ever National Jump In Day. National Jump In Day was held in six pools across the country to allow Australians to get on board and have a go at the sport of diving. More than 250 Aussies took part in a fun filled day of celebration and excitement which came off the back of Australia’s recent success at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

Diving Australia Launches New Website

Diving Australia has officially launched it’s brand-new website. The website offers diving members, stakeholders, and the broader diving community increased functionality which an easy-to-use interface.

RAPS Diving Club Head Coach Opening

RAPS Diving Club in Brisbane, Queensland is searching for the next Head Coach for their Chandler Branch. They are seeking a person and or couple who are as passionate about diving and are able to help grow the club to the next level.

Diving Australia Announces ACAS Awardees

Diving Australia has today announced the recipients of the 2021 Athlete Committee Athlete Support (ACAS) Program. This year Diving Australia and the Diving Australia Athlete Committee awarded 10 current and former Australian representatives a share of $20,000 to support education or business projects outside the pool.