Gold Coast Aquatic Centre secures swimming event trifecta

Swimming Australia has locked in major championships - the Australian Age and MC Age and Open Swimming Championships for 2026, 2028 and 2030 to be held at Gold Coast Aquatic Centre.

The Gold Coast looks forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, and supporters for these three outstanding editions of these championships. Last year, the event – which attracts more than 3500 athletes from around the country – generated more than $13 million into the local economy.

Swimming Australia Executive General Manager of Commercial Jodie Hawkins advised “we’ve had a lot of success hosting this event previously on the Gold Coast and four pools at the venue and the Easter school holidays is a perfect fit for the 3500+ athletes and the swimming community.

“The long-term commitment also provides our community the certainty to plan their calendars and the 2026, 2028 and 2030 National Championships events will provide a glimpse of the emerging talents who will compete at the 2026 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, 2028 LA Olympics and Paralympics and 2032 Brisbane Games.

“This long-term commitment wouldn’t be possible without the support of Tourism and Events Queensland, the Queensland Government, Experience Gold Coast and the City of Gold Coast. They are great supporters of swimming and we look forward to continuing the collaboration.”

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate added “we've hit the trifecta jackpot with Swimming Australia locking in these major championships for three years.

“The championships bring us closer to 2032 and importantly, allow our city to showcase what we can deliver in the pool and through world-class support facilities including sports science, our universities, accommodation and technical expertise.

“I look forward to developing a strong relationship with Swimming Australia today, and on to 2032.”

Experience Gold Coast Chief Executive John Warn added “we are proud to support Swimming Australia to secure the Australian Age and MC Age and Open Swimming Championships for the Gold Coast and look forward to welcoming athletes, coaches, and supporters for three outstanding editions of these championships.

“This long-term commitment reinforces the Gold Coast’s reputation as a premier sporting destination, delivering significant tourism benefits while providing a world-class stage for Australia’s emerging swimming talent.”