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Off-Water Event Series

Opening Ceremony

Winning state and territories return their King's and Queen's Cups Regatta trophies as the championships get underway.

Stick around for a quick Q&A diving into each of the state and territories preparations for the 2026 King's and Queen's Cups Regatta.

This event will happen around the lunch break on Monday in the Spectator Zone.

Learn and Load

Register for the Learn & (carbo) Load session on Wednesday 25 March from 5:00pm – 7pm where you can learn from Australia’s top performance athletes while you load with a pasta dinner!

This will be a great opportunity for all athletes involved with rowing to hear first-hand how they can excel in their rowing career – and maybe one day become a Rowsella! This is a unique opportunity to ask our top performance athletes any questions you may have.

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Women in Sport Breakfast

We’re thrilled to announce the return of the Women in Sport Breakfast at the 2026 Australian Rowing Championships! This special event on Friday 27 March at 10:00 am will celebrate the remarkable achievements of women in rowing and provide a platform for inspiring discussions about empowering and supporting female athletes in our sport.

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ROW NATION ERG RELAY AT THE ARC

RACE WITH A ROWSELLA

Racing at the ARC? Here's your chance to compete with a Rowsella and take on the Row Nation challenge on the big screen.

Complete your registration to enter the event, with further details shared to successful entrants. Be quick, limited sports available!

Teams will be made up of 4 rowers.

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HENLEY INFO SESSION

You are warmly invited to attend an afternoon tea and information session on Henley Royal Regatta, hosted during the Australian Rowing Championships by Australian-based Stewards Sarah Cook and John Boultbee.

This session is designed for clubs and schools considering competing at Henley Royal Regatta in 2026 or in future years. The Stewards will provide practical guidance on the entry process, qualification pathways, key timelines, and what to expect when racing at the Regatta

We look forward to welcoming crews, coaches, administrators, clubs, and schools interested in learning more about competing at one of the world’s most iconic regattas.

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LUNCHTIME LEARNINGS

WEDNESDAY

John Driessen & Nick Mitchell - how to row the quad fast - things you didn't know about what makes the quad move.

THURSDAY

 Ellen Randell, Hally Chapman & Christine MacLaren - Female High-Performance coaching - come along and hear from 3 of our leading women coaches about how to get involved and take those next steps. 

SATURDAY

James Loveday & Ron Batt - Beach Sprints - learn more about coastal rowing opportunities, a dynamic new area of the sport.

THE INAUGURAL ARC SOCIAL

Kick back and enjoy a relaxed Friday night at the iconic The Bridge Hotel in Forth, an infamous social venue and one of the north west coast’s great live music pubs.

The bar will be open from 6:00pm until late, with live music from 8:00–10:00pm and food available throughout the evening. Just 8 minutes from central Devonport and 24 minutes from Sheffield, it’s an easy trip for all.

This is a casual Tassie Welcome hosted by the Pub for the rowing community; a chance for parents, families, friends and over-18 competitors to come together, meet new people, and celebrate the ARC week in great company.

See more about The Bridge Hotel, Forth
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TASMANIAN TASTING TRAIL

Discover Tasmania’s finest flavors on a tasting trail showcasing local products. Meet passionate producers, savor farm-to-table delights, and explore the island’s vibrant food and beverage scene.

Regatta Bar - Saturday and Sunday

11:00am - 4:00pm

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