Where Australia’s cold water swimmers, swim (and you can too)
Ocean Swims
6 Jun 2022
Hear from swimmers who swim in the coldest places in Australia and find out where the iciest locations are throughout the country.
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Winter swimming clubs the soul of the cold water community
Ocean Swims
6 Jun 2022
We take a look at the history of Australia’s Winter Swimming Clubs, how you can get involved and hear about what it’s like to be a member.
The tradition of celebrating Winter Solstice with a chilly swim
Ocean Swims
6 Jun 2022
Each winter, swimmers across Australia dive into mid-winter waters to celebrate the shortest day and the countdown to summer.
AUS vs USA in Bondi ocean swimming Dual
Ocean Swims
8 May 2022
The much-contested Dual in the Pool is set to return to Australia for the first time in 15 years with the new addition of an open water event.
Have Box Jellyfish made their way to Sydney?
Ocean Swims
8 May 2022
The Shark Island Psycho Swimmers in Cronulla may have discovered a new species of Box Jellyfish on a recent morning swim.
New Coogee aquathon in a scenic wonderland
Ocean Swims
26 Apr 2022
The new RunSwim Coogee Aquathlon in Sydney’s eastern suburbs is set to give participants a unique way to traverse the popular coastal walk.
South Head Roughwater becomes a family tradition
Ocean Swims
25 Apr 2022
For Martin Palfrey, having his daughter Maddy join him each year in swimming the South Head Roughwater makes the event even more special.
Ocean lover ready to take on Barney Mullins Swim Classic
Ocean Swims
20 Apr 2022
We caught up with Northern Beaches ocean lover Ben Blakeney as he prepares for the Barney Mullins Swim.
Caves Beach swim is a hidden gem
Ocean Swims
19 Apr 2022
Caves Beach Ocean Swim is ready to welcome ocean swimmers this weekend, after being initially cancelled due to poor water quality in March.
McKeon name runs deep at South Maroubra
Ocean Swims
18 Apr 2022
We caught up with Olympian David McKeon in the lead up to the South Maroubra Ocean Swim to chat about his strong family history with the surf club.
Easter long weekend ocean swims
Ocean Swims
12 Apr 2022
We’ve compiled a list of ocean swims for the 2022 Easter long weekend holidays, to make it easier for you to find a swim near you.
Terrigal ocean swim groups share DNA
Ocean Swims
11 Apr 2022
Ray Moore from the Terrigal Tremblers explains the relationship between all of Terrigal’s ocean swimming groups as they look forward to welcoming swimmers to the Terrigal Ocean Swim Classic.
Why Rix reckons the Tilbury Classic is the ultimate community swim
Ocean Swims
11 Apr 2022
With the Tilbury Classic just around the corner, we caught up with amputee Nathan Rix to talk about his favourite ocean swims.
James Pittar: Conquering the marathon world blind
Suzie Ryan
11 Apr 2022
In this feature, Suzie Ryan talks to James Pittar about his adventures and challenges as a blind marathon swimmer, including his six continent swims.
Club to Club: An epic swim you can make your personal Everest
Ocean Swims
5 Apr 2022
Greg Randall describes the “epic” Forster Club to Club Swim that he has swum every year since 2002 and explains why it should be your personal Everest.
It’s a family affair at Coffs for local coach
Ocean Swims
28 Mar 2022
Kim Roach became a swim coach in Sawtell when her daughters started swimming and has followed them into ocean swimming and the Coffs Coast Ocean Swims with her husband in tow.
Big shoes to fill for a younger Koorey at Balmoral
Ocean Swims
28 Mar 2022
Chase Koorey has distance swimming in his blood and will take on his first 5km ocean swim at the Balmoral Swim for Cancer on Sunday.
The Tim Garrett ‘Extreme Endurance’ Project
Suzie Ryan
28 Mar 2022
In this feature, Suzie Ryan talks to Tim Garrett about how he got into marathon swimming and his crazy ultra-marathon multisport tales.
Emily Miers: Balmoral Swim For Cancer has a personal connection
Guest Author
25 Mar 2022
As an ambassador for Children’s Cancer Institute and the Balmoral Swim For Cancer, Emily Miers combines her love for the water with her personal pledge to assist in eliminating childhood cancer.
Whippet set to take on 24hr Swim for Ocean Heroes
Ocean Swims
15 Mar 2022
In just under two weeks on Saturday, 26 March 2022 Ryan ‘Whippet’ Clark and mate Luke Stewart will set out on a 24-hour charity swim for Ocean Heroes.
Olympians ready to take on Bondi to Bronte
Ocean Swims
15 Mar 2022
In what’s becoming an annual tradition, three-time Olympic medalist Andrew Lauterstein has gathered his Olympian mates together to take on this year’s Bondi and Bronte.
Palm to Shelly set to challenge marathon swimmers
Ocean Swims
15 Mar 2022
Australia’s longest marathon swim, the Palm To Shelly Beach, is scheduled for April this year and entries are open.
Q&A: Three swimmers joining Bondi To Bronte’s 21st birthday celebrations
Ocean Swims
9 Mar 2022
With the Bondi to Bronte ocean swim just around the corner, we caught up with three ocean swimmers who have participated in all 21 swims to date.
Era’s shack community has welcome mat out for ocean swimmers
Ocean Swims
9 Mar 2022
The Era shack community is looking forward to welcoming swimmers to the Era Beach Ocean Challenge and sharing its unique history.
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