The 2026 Australian Swimming Trials will be held on 7-13 June 2026 with the 2026 Australian Short Course Championships being held from 29 September - 2 October 2026.
The Australian Swimming Trials will also serve as the selection meet for the 2026 Commonwealth Games and Pan Pacific Championships adding extra importance to the event.
The partnership between the Minns Labor government and Swimming Australia features a range of development activities to ensure the benefits of NSW hosting the event are felt beyond the pool, including clinics, camps and workshops.
NSW Minister for Sport CEO Steve Kamper said:
"NSW has the highest participation in swimming in the nation, and I am delighted that Sydney will host the Australian Swimming Trials and Australian Short Course Championships.
"This provides a critical foundation to ensure success at a national and international level and forms an important part of the talent pathway for elite and up and coming swimmers."
Swimming Australia CEO Rob Woodhouse OLY said:
"Athletes, coaches and fans have so many fond memories of our sport at SOPAC and we're thankful to the NSW Government and the Office of Sport for providing the support that brings us back to Sydney.
"NSW represents our largest swimming participation community and working alongside Swimming NSW, we can showcase our sport and inspire the next generation of swimmers and swimming fans alike."
Swimming NSW CEO Kirsten Thomson OLY said:
"Swimming NSW is incredibly proud to welcome the 2026 Australian Swimming Trials to our home state, and we are grateful to the NSW Government for their support and investment in our vision.
"This is a win for all our NSW swimming participants, swimmers, coaches, officials and for the future of our sport.
"Bringing events of this calibre to NSW not only showcases world-class athletes but also provides a powerful opportunity to inspire the next generation of swimmers right here in our own backyard.
"Having these events in NSW means our members will now have greater access to witness Australia's best in action without the barriers of interstate travel.
"It ensures our entire community can feel more connected to national events."
