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It has been obligatory to hold Race Swimming at every Commonwealth Games. Over the years the Swimming program has changed considerably, with new events added at each Games.
In 2002 Para-Sport events were included in the Games and 2014 & 2018 saw six Para-Sport swimming events in the program.
The governing body for Swimming in Australia is Swimming Australia.
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Latest Swimming News
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Stephanie Rice swims into
Sport Australia Hall of FameSeptember 9, 2019Two gold medals at the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games was just the start for swimmer Stephanie Rice.
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CGA funding supporting our best emerging talent
July 31, 2019Commonwealth Games Australia’s funding programs continue to support Australia’s best young and developing athletes as they compete across the world.
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Cate Campbell named Women’s Health Sportswoman of the Year
October 18, 2018To cap off a stellar year in the pool, Cate Campbell has been named Women’s Health Sportswoman of the Year for 2018.
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Dolphins top the medal tally at Para Pan Pacs
August 15, 2018The Australian Dolphins have finished their Pan Pacific Para Swimming Championships campaign victorious, winning a total of 43 gold, 30 silver and 21 bronze to top the medal tally.