DUBBO: 2023 NSW Country Regionals

No entry qualifying times are applicable except for the events listed in the table below.
800m & 1500m Freestyle entry times must be times achieved in a 400m Freestyle Event.

If you are a multi-class swimmer who wishes to swim the below events & does not meet the QT, please email greta.brodie@nsw.swimming.org.au

For swimmers entering the 1500 & 800 Freestyle events, the 400m Freestyle QT will be utilised and therefore entries cannot be placed via Swim Central.

Therefore, swimmers must place a manual entry via this form and email it to greta.brodie@nsw.swimming.org.au by the closing date of 10th January 2023 @ 5:00pm. 

• Long Course and Short Course times achieved since 1 October, 2021 can be used to enter this meet.
• Competitors must enter with their long course entry times where possible, however if you enter using a Short Course entry time you will be entered on the Qualifying Time for that event
• An approved qualifying time must have been achieved, uploaded and approved by the specified closing time and date of the meet
• Payment must be made online at the time you process your entries
• Individual Entries - $9.00

Nominate to Volunteer or Officiate at this meet

We are seeking nominations from volunteers and Technical Officials to assist at this meet.

Submit your nomination on this page.

Working With Children Check

As of January 1st, 2015, it has become a requirement of the Sporting Organisation that all our staff, officials and volunteers have applied for a Working With Children Check.

If you have not yet completed this, you can apply for a WWC number HERE.

Please note: for volunteers (including volunteers and technical officials), this is free to obtain.

For all media requests please contact Michelle Johnson (michelle.johnson@nsw.swimming.org.au or 0401 886 855).

Pre-Orders Now Closed. Limited stock available on the day.

Results will be posted on this page following the event.

Swimming NSW recognise that situations will arise whereby a swimmer needs to be withdrawn from their events. Should you need to withdraw from your events, please follow the below process depending on your situation:

• Withdrawing due to illness or injury:
  • Email greta.brodie@nsw.swimming.org.au with Swimmers Name, Club & Events they will be withdrawing from.
  • Include in your email a copy of a medical/Drs Certificate 
  •  Request a refund via your purchase orders in Swim Central.
  • Once the medical certificate has been sited by SNSW, the refund will be approved in Swim Central. 
• Withdrawal due to change of mind or availability:
  • Email greta.brodie@nsw.swimming.org.au with Swimmers Name, Club & Events they will be withdrawing from
  • No Refund is provided in this situation

Dubbo Regional Council is proud to sponsor the 2023 Swimming NSW Country Regional Meet at Dubbo.

Dubbo is located in the heart of New South Wales and conveniently connected to each point of the compass via three highways:  Newell, Mitchell and Golden. 

Dubbo is a 5 hour drive from Sydney and the Illawarra Region; 4.5 hours from Newcastle, Central Coast, Cobar, Wagga Wagga and Canberra; 3.5 hours from Tamworth and 2 hours or less from Orange, Forbes, Parkes, Coonabarabran, Mudgee and Nyngan.

The City is an hour’s direct flight from Sydney, Newcastle, Melbourne, Brisbane and Ballina with flights also available to and from Broken Hill, Cobar, Lightning Ridge and Walgett.

Daily train services via NSW Trainlink service the Sydney/Dubbo/Sydney line, stopping at various stations along the Western route.

The Dubbo region specialises in family and group accommodation providing a wide breadth of self-contained, cabin and dormitory-style options.  Offering modern conveniences, and a range of configurations, the region’s motel-style accommodation is affordable and conveniently located.   

Select and book your accommodation by visiting:  Dubbo Region Directory • Dubbo Region

View the Dubbo Accommodation Guide here.

As a family holiday destination, Dubbo's cafes and restaurants offer tailored menus, playgrounds and plenty of space for the kids to unleash some energy.   

Select from the menu and book a table so you don’t miss out Dubbo Region Directory • Dubbo Region

View the Dubbo Eating Out & Shopping Guide here.

The Great Big Adventure Pass is a fantastic deal offering 4 attractions for the one price.  The pass includes admission to

• Taronga Western Plains Zoo
• Old Dubbo Gaol
• Wellington Caves and 
• Royal Flying Doctor Service Visitor Centre.   

Purchase your ticket in advance of your arrival:   Dubbo Region Great Big Adventure Pass Tickets (123tix.com.au)

View the Dubbo Attractions and Activities Guide for more info on what to do and see.