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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.
Latest Swimming News
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Glasgow to welcome Commonwealth in 2026
October 22, 2024The Australian Commonwealth Games Team is Glasgow bound on 23 July – 2 August 2026.
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Inspiring Simpson joins 2024 Emerging Athletes after stellar Paralympics campaign
September 26, 2024“The feeling of being a champion stays with you, motivating you to keep pushing the limits.”
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Perkins’ golden Games land her Emerging Athlete Honour
August 22, 2024Oh la-la performance at debut Games sees Jamie Perkins claim a gold medal in the women’s 4x200m freestyle relay and a PB in the 400m freestyle.
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Olympic Wrap: Aussies making waves in Paris in Week One
August 7, 2024Just over a week into the 2024 Olympic action, Australia is on track for a record-breaking haul. Already pocketing 35 medals across all disciplines, including 14 golds, Australia sits in third place on the medal tally and is poised to continue its success.