Sport
21 July, 2026
Swimming Club celebrates successful season
The Maryborough Swimming Club enjoyed a well-attended Annual General Meeting last Friday, marking the close of the 2025/26 season.
Held at the Bull and Mouth Hotel, president Duncan Bates welcomed members and reflected on a year of challenges and achievements, highlighting the club’s resilience and community spirit.
The evening’s highlight was the presentation of season trophies, recognising both pool performances and dedicated service.
Poppy Smith stood out, claiming the Krutli Outen Award for most improved senior swimmer, the Senior Coaches Award, and first place in the Aggregate Points Trophy.
Harrison Smith placed second in the points tally, closely followed by Lizzie Bates in third.
In the junior categories, Talia Martin earned the Maidstone Trophy for most improved junior swimmer and the Junior Coaches Award, while Elise Martin received the Russell Eastwood Junior Award for dedication and enthusiasm. Angus Beer received the senior equivalent.
Joy Jones was named Club Person of the Year, receiving the Harry Eley Trophy for her outstanding voluntary contributions. The club noted she will be greatly missed as she moves on to new volunteering ventures, and her contribution was described as priceless.
Talia Martin was also recognised for her achievements in the Pho3nix Junior Excellence program and received additional recognition alongside Elise Martin, Charlie Bucknall, Lizzie and Georgina Bates for their participation in the Butterfly Technical Sessions.
The meeting also saw a smooth transition of roles for the coming year. Laura Martin was elected president alongside secretary Rowena Butler, treasurer Randall Edwards, race secretary/team manager Aleisha Shipp and merchandise officer Darren Shipp.
After three years of dedicated service as president, Duncan Bates will continue as delegate member.
While outgoing and continuing committee members emphasised the need for ongoing family and community engagement, the club looks forward to building on this season’s momentum in 2026/27.
Training is held every Tuesday from 6 to 7 pm, and new members are always welcome. To find out more, contact president Laura Martin on 0417 014 164.