We’re gearing up for the Paddle Australia Long Distance Championships & Grand Prix 1 at Nagambie Lakes Regatta Centre from 28–30 November 2025, and we’re looking for volunteers to help bring this event to life!Whether you can spare a few hours or a couple of days, your support will make a huge difference.
Volunteer roles & dates
We’re seeking helpers across the following periods:
| Dates | Tasks |
|---|---|
| Wed 26 – Thu 27 Nov | Pre-event set-up |
| Fri 28 – Sun 30 Nov | Event support (on-ground operations, assisting athletes/schools, general help) |
| Sun 30 Nov – Mon 1 Dec | Pack-down |
No Experience Needed, Just bring a positive attitude and willingness to pitch in.
If you have skills in PA system setup or operation or a Victorian Marine licence even better — let us know!If you’re keen to be part of a fun, friendly and action-packed national paddling event, email your interest to Reka Abraham. Let’s make Nagambie 2025 our biggest and most inclusive regatta yet — we’d love to have you on the team!
Paddle Australia Long Distance Championships & Grand Prix 1 Nagambie 2025
? Nagambie Lakes Regatta Centre, VIC
? Friday 28 – Sunday 30 November 2025. The national sprint season kicks off at beautiful Nagambie Lakes! Join athletes, schools, masters, and families from across the country for three days of competition, community, and fun on the water.
Entries Now Open
Head to paddleaustralia.org.au to enter.
Paddlers can enter one event or as many as on offer, the choice is yours!
Reduced Entry Fees for 2025 – We’ve simplified and lowered fees to make LD Championships / GP1 more accessible to all paddlers:
$35.00 registration fee
$15.00 per event entered
Entry Fee Cap: maximum fees have been reduced for senior athletes – $200.00, juniors – $95.00, masters – $95.00 maximum
Schools Relay & All Abilities Race – Two new community events join the GP1 lineup
- Schools Relay Race: Team-based racing for school groups, showcasing teamwork and participation
- All Abilities Race: A fun and inclusive opportunity for paddlers of all abilities to take part in the action.
Both will run on Sunday, bringing fresh energy and community spirit to the regatta.
? Masters Racing: Bigger & Better – If you’ve been thinking about getting back on the start line, this is your year!
This year we’re putting a strong focus on Masters participation with:
- Updated age groups
- ICF and General Class racing
- Affordable capped entry fees
- A welcoming, competitive environment for new and returning paddlers
Watch Our High Performance Teams in Action – Come and see Australia’s best paddlers in full flight!
GP1 features head-to-head racing from our National High Performance Squads as they prepare for the 2026 international season.
A perfect chance to be inspired, learn from the best, and cheer them on.
Vendor Call-Out – We’re inviting vendors to join us on-site!
Several are already confirmed – a great opportunity to showcase your products to Australia’s sprint paddling community.
Interested? Contact Scott Cunningham at ? 0452 430 153.
What to Expect – Full weekend of racing across all age and boat classes
- Food, coffee, and community atmosphere
- Inclusive participation events and elite racing
- Great spectator viewing at Nagambie Lakes
Let’s make National LD Champs and GP1 Nagambie 2025 our biggest and most inclusive regatta yet. See you on the water!
– Paddle Australia Canoe Sprint Technical Committee
