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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.

Thu 14 Oct 2021

Victorian Institute of Sport Diving Head Coach Vacancy

Diving Australia and the Victorian Institute of Sport is now accepting applications to fill the vacancy of Diving Head Coach in Melbourne.

Tue 12 Oct 2021

Nikita Hains Wins SAHOF Scholarship

Olympian Nikita Hains is the latest to join a distinguished list of athletes as the latest member of the 2022 Sport Australia Hall of Fame Scholarship and Mentoring Program.

Nikita Hains

Mon 11 Oct 2021

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.

Wed 15 Sep 2021

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.

Tue 07 Sep 2021

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.

Tue 07 Sep 2021

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.

Fri 03 Sep 2021

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.

Fri 03 Sep 2021

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.

Fri 03 Sep 2021

2021 Australian Elite Junior Championships - Changes

Due to ongoing border restrictions and travel regulations Diving Australia has today announced changes to the 2021 Australian Elite Junior Championships format. It is now clear that an “in person” attended event cannot go ahead in Victoria in September, however, DA is currently finalising alternative options.

Tue 24 Aug 2021

Diving Australia Launches Jump In Day

Diving Australia in conjunction with the state associations of Diving Queensland, Diving Victoria, Diving South Australia, and Diving Western Australia is pleased to announce the launch of National Jump In Day.

Thu 12 Aug 2021

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games – Recap

After a week of sensational diving at the now iconic Tokyo Aquatic Centre, the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games has come to a close. In what has been a challenging period for athletes across the globe, Australian divers stepped up to the plate putting forward a spectacular performance rooted in the hundreds of hours of hard work and unwavering dedication.

Mon 09 Aug 2021