About Water Polo Australia
National Governing Body building a sustainable, innovative, high-performing sport that celebrates strong values.
Peak Body for Water Polo in Australia
Water Polo Australia (WPA) is recognised by the International Federation World Aquatics, the Australian Sports Commission and the Australian Olympic Committee as the peak governing body for the sport in Australia.
Our sport’s long and proud history is the foundation for an exciting and future. WPA represents an inclusive and growing community, talent pathways, sanctioned competitions and a connected eco-system of clubs.
We are guided by our Strategic Plan and have strong collaboration with our seven affiliated State and Territory Associations.
WPA is the home of the Ord Minnett Aussie Stingers and Ord Minnett Aussie Sharks who are admired by the Australian public and feared by international competitors. Our national age-group teams regularly produce world-class athletes, supported by a network of high-performance partners including the Australian Institute of Sport and State Academy programs.
2032+ Powered By Purpose
Our purpose is to future-proof Water Polo in Australia. Guided by our long-term Strategic Plan, 2032+ Powered By Purpose, we are committed to building a sustainable, innovative, high-performing sport that celebrates strong values.
Pillar 1
Lead Well
Pillar 2
Play Well
Pillar 3
Win Well
Explore WPA
Everything you need to know about Water Polo Australia’s leadership, governance, history and partnerships.
Strategic Plan
Our long-term roadmap – 2032+ Powered By Purpose. Goals, values and the three strategic pillars.
Board & Management
Meet the WPA Board of Directors and Executive Leadership Team guiding the sport.
Athletes' Commission
The voice of the athletes – elected commissioners representing players at the highest level.
Annual Reports
Governance, operations and financial statements. The latest three WPA Annual Reports.
Partners
Our valued Premier, Industry, Program and Foundation partners – aligned with our strategy and values.
Contacts
Get in touch with Water Polo Australia, find your state association or locate your nearest club.
Honour Roll
Life Members, Hall of Fame inductees and Harry Quittner Medal recipients – a proud legacy.
History
Over a century of water polo in Australia – from 1900 to the Aussie Stingers’ iconic Olympic gold.
Signature Competitions
We are proud to deliver a calendar of events for players and fans across every level of the sport.
Australian Water Polo League
Our premier domestic competition for men and women, featuring elite players from 10 clubs across the nation.
Australian Youth Water Polo Championships
National Development Carnival
International Showcases
World Cup Finals
Sydney 2026
July 2026 · Sydney, Australia
Following our successful bid, and supported by the NSW Government Office of Sport, WPA is set to host the World Cup Finals in Sydney, July 2026. This will see the Aussie Sharks and Aussie Stingers take on 8 of the best water polo nations in the world.
As the National Sporting Organisation, WPA is the guardian of the sport.
We are responsible for:
Integrity & Strategic Direction
The integrity of the sport and its strategic direction.
Competitions & Events
High Performance
Education
Education for coaches, officials and volunteers.
Commercial & Financial Viability
