As the 2026 Australian Open Championships concluded on the Gold Coast, Patron Mrs Gina Rinehart AO, and Hancock Prospecting are proud to stand with Australian swimming and the athletes, coaches, families, and volunteers who make the sport so strong. Held from 6–8 April at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, the championships once again showcased the depth of dedication and commitment within Australian swimming.
Read moreA petition to “free Ben Roberts-Smith” gained more than 10,000 signatures following his high-profile arrest on Tuesday.
Read moreA host of prominent Australians including our richest woman and a sports legend have reacted furiously to the arrest of Ben Roberts-Smith.
Read moreFresh off another strong swim at the Australian Open, Mollie O’Callaghan’s story goes beyond the pool, with emotional tributes to her parents’ sacrifices and recognition of Gina Rinehart’s backing of elite swimmers helping fuel Australia’s dominance.
Read moreThe 22-year-old swimming star reflects on her rise, her parents’ sacrifices and the role Gina Rinehart played in helping her stay in the pool and chase Olympic glory.
Read moreThe rain didn’t deter guests at this fundraiser for Parkerville Children and Youth Care from turning out, and donating more than $400,000. Supported by Gina Rinehart and her companies, the event at Fraser’s raised funds for Parkerville Grove School, being built in the Perth Hills for children whose trauma makes mainstream school impossible.
Read moreParkerville Children and Youth Care’s gala raised more than $400,000 to support its new trauma-informed specialist school in the Perth Hills.
Read moreOn Sunday 22 March 2026, the Perth High Performance centre hosted the Artistic Swimming WestralAsian Cup including a special VIP event – the Bannister Downs Gala Hour.
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