30th June 2023

𝑭𝒂𝒓𝒆𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍 𝒕𝒐 𝑹𝒐𝒘𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑾𝑨

Dear Readers of Oar Talk,

As I bid farewell to Rowing WA today & embark on a new venture in a different role, I want to express my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support over the last 8 years.

It has been a true joy to curate & deliver the latest rowing news to the WA community, & I hope that you have found as much delight in reading the stories as I did in sharing them with you. Thank you for being a part of this wonderful journey.

In other rowing news...

𝐻𝑎𝑝𝑝𝑦 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 & ℎ𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑎 𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡 𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑘𝑒𝑛𝑑!

📸 "𝑅𝑒𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎𝑡 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑇𝑢𝑟𝑛𝑎𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑" 𝑆𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑠𝑜𝑛𝐽𝐶𝑎𝑡.

One of the stalwarts of the Rowing WA Office finishes up with Rowing WA today, after 8 years.

Tiffany started with Rowing WA on 1 July 2015, when things were quite a bit different. The office still had a fax machine & the two computers in the office didn’t even have a central electronic filing system.

Like the organisation, Tiffany’s role has evolved significantly over this time, starting off as the Admin Officer predominantly looking after accounts payable/receivable & function room bookings, & progressing most recently to be the Office & Communications Manager responsible for management of the RWA office, all finance functions & marketing/communications/sponsorship servicing.

She also trained as a Boat Race Official & was a member of two different rowing clubs over her time with Rowing WA.

Many of you would have spoken to Tiffany when you’ve called the office, booked (the old) Canning Bridge function room, made a finance enquiry, asked a question through social media, or met her in person during regattas or other events.

It will be hard to imagine the sport without her involvement & we are truly thankful for her time & commitment to her role & the sport.

We wish Tiffany all the best in her new role & other future endeavours.

All the best Tiff!!

𝑫𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒆𝒍 𝑻𝒂𝒄𝒌𝒆𝒏𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒈
𝗖𝗘𝗢, 𝗥𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗔

Perth to Freo Head Race | On TOMORROW!

Get ready for an exhilarating event as the Perth to Fremantle Head Race takes place tomorrow!

Join the enthusiastic crowd at Fremantle Rowing Club to cheer on the crews as they triumphantly cross the finish line.

Click HERE for live results on the day!

Henley Royal Regatta | Watch Live on YouTube!

Don't miss out on the action-packed Henley Royal Regatta happening right now!

Catch all the thrilling races by tuning into the live stream available here, & immerse yourself in the world of elite rowing.

Click HERE for the YouTube Livestream

Attention All WA Rowing Enthusiasts!

Entries for the highly anticipated 2023 WA Indoor Rowing Championships are now open!

RWA Members can enter through their Club Registrar, while the general public can secure their spot via our website.

Don't miss the chance to showcase your indoor rowing prowess in this thrilling event!

Click HERE for more information!

Corporate Rowing Season Launch | Saturday, 08.07.2023

Swan River Rowing Club is hosting the launch of the 2023 Corporate Rowing season!

Head to SRRC from 4pm on July 8th to meet the Corporate crews being hosted by SRRC, Fremantle & UWABC.

This is the perfect opportunity to give valuable racing advice to your club's adopted members & help them size up the competition!

Click HERE to read more!

WA Rowers Shine at World Rowing Cup II

Fine conditions & the warmth of the Italian summer made for quick racing for the ART in all events, & was a brilliant start to their 2023 International campaign. 

Six WA-raised athletes on the team showed their stuff, bringing home two gold, a silver, and a bronze between their crews.

We're looking forward to cheering them on during the World Rowing Cup III, 7th - 9th July!

Click HERE to read more!

PLC Win IGSSA WA Head of the River!

Presbyterian Ladies College have extended their winning streak by storming home for First VIII line honours at the 2023 IGSSA WA Head of the River. The crew, coached by David Milne, won in a time of 7:22.65.

Congratulations to all IGSSA competitors. For those who are finishing school this year, there are many exciting avenues to keep rowing outside of school no matter your ambitions.

Click HERE to read more!

Gen Hart Named VenuesWest Brand Ambassador

VenuesWest have officially recognised Gen Hart (FRC/WAIS) as one of the State’s brightest young talents - announcing her as one of four VenuesWest Brand Ambassadors!

The Brand Ambassador program aims to support WA athletes to achieve their sporting dreams, to inspire junior athletes, & to encourage young athletes to push through challenges to achieve their full potential.

Click HERE to read more!

McIntyre & Morrison World-Beaters - Again!

Annabelle McIntyre OAM (FRC/HPNTC) and teammate Jessica Morrison OAM (Merc/HPNTC) have set a new World Best Time of 6:47.11 in the Women's Coxless Pair at the Holland Beker Regatta in the Netherlands.

Click HERE to read more!

Interested in Coastal Rowing? Give It a Go for FREE!

Fremantle Rowing Club's Head Coach, Thommo, is running Coastal Rowing Come & Try sessions every Thursday from 4-6pm at FRC through June, July & August.

These sessions are open to ANYBODY who might be keen to get a feel for a coastal boat - rower, non-rower, members of any club!

There are two Wintech Coastal boats (a single & a double) ready & waiting for you to take out for a paddle.

Maybe you've been considering entering a coastal event in a head race but you just weren't sure how you'd go? This is your chance to feel the fun!

At the moment, no bookings required, just turn up on the day & speak to Thommo.

First-in-first served in these sessions!

Click HERE for Fremantle Rowing Club's contact details

Coastal Rowing Coaching Course

The RA Coastal Rowing Course is now available online at the RA Education portal.

It's designed for those who already hold at least a Level 1 Coaching Accreditation.

Don’t wait to arm yourself with the credentials to coach this growing format, which is now included in the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Click HERE to register

Keeping Mentally Healthy | What is Mental Health?

In the sport of rowing, mental health plays a vital role in achieving peak performance, maintaining focus, managing pressure, & fostering resilience.

Explore Act Belong Commit to learn more about what is mental health & the strategies for keeping mentally healthy in the world of rowing.

Click HERE to read more

WWC Checks in Sport & Recreation Sector | Factsheet for Clubs

This factsheet has been designed to assist the sport and recreation sector with understanding the Working with Children (WWC) legislation. Employers, volunteer organisations & education providers have a number of obligations & responsibilities under the WWC Act which are outlined in this factsheet. 

Download Factsheet for Clubs HERE

WINTECH Racing | Spare Parts

WinTech Racing Australia is now stocking spare parts in Western Australia.

Parts available direct to the Western Australia market include:

Generic rowing parts such as:

• Wheels
• Gates/Swivels
• Snap on Gate/Swivel Height Washers
• Seat Tracks/Slides & End Stops
• Bow Number Holders

WinTech Racing specific parts such as:

• Shoe Plates
• Fins
• Rudders

These parts are all available here in Western Australia!

To order your parts simply call your WA WinTech Racing Agents:
Nicky Cato | 0437 080 830
Vanessa Grant | 0481 066 092