Olympic Champion Cate Campbell to Host Swimming Clinics in Wallumbilla

Published on 03 March 2026

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The Maranoa is set to welcome Olympic royalty this March, with eight-time Olympic medallist Cate Campbell visiting the region to attend the Mitchell TRYathalon and deliver exclusive swimming clinics for young athletes from across the Maranoa.

As part of her regional visit, Cate will host a series of skill development clinics in Wallumbilla and Mitchell, giving children and young people from right across the region the rare opportunity to learn from one of Australia’s most celebrated swimmers.

Hosted across Saturday 21 March and Sunday 22 March, the half-day clinics will focus on building essential skills both in and out of the water, focusing on:

  • Dryland strength and mobility
  • Swim technique and drills
  • Swim skills, including dives and turns

The clinics are tailored for two age groups: Junior Class (6-12 years) and Senior Class (13-18+ years), with specific eligibility requirements to ensure participants get the most out of the experience.

Event Details:

  • Wallumbilla Pool: Saturday, 21st March
    • Junior Class: 9am-12pm
    • Senior Class: 1pm-4pm
  • Mitchell Pool: Sunday, 22nd March
    • Junior Class: 9am-12pm
    • Senior Class: 1pm-4pm

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Junior Class (6-12 years):
    • Swim 100m continuously
    • Swim 25m of all four strokes
    • Dive off the side of the pool
    • Swim to the bottom of a 2m pool
  • Senior Class (13-18+ years):
    • Swim 200m continuously
    • Swim 50m of all four strokes
    • Dive off the starting block
    • Swim to the bottom of a 2m pool

Spaces for the clinics are limited, so early nominations are encouraged to secure a spot.

Portfolio Chair for Youth Councillor John Birkett calls for our young swimmers around the Maranoa to take advantage of this amazing opportunity.

“Don’t miss this chance to learn from one of the best in the world and take your swimming skills to the next level,” said Cr Birkett.

“It’s not every day that we have this calibre of athlete providing training to the young sportspeople in our region.  I highly encourage the swim athletes to register and take advantage of the skills and experience that this legend can provide.”

In addition to the swim clinics, Cate will also be attending the Mitchell TRYathalon, taking place Monday, 23 March.

Portfolio Chair for Sport and Recreation Councillor Peter Flynn looks forward to having Cate in the Maranoa as part of her regional tour.

“It is an honour to have an Australian Olympic champion coaching our regions children the fundamentals of elite swimming.

“To also have her continue her visit by attending one of our annual sporting events is extra special and we look forward to showcasing Mitchell’s and the wider Maranoa’s talents across all age groups.”

For more information or to register for the Swimming Clinics, please click the relevant button below and follow the prompts. 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR MITCHELL CLINIC

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR WALLUMBILLA CLINIC

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE EVENT FLYER(PDF, 4MB)

 

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