Australian Youth Water Polo Championships

The Australian Youth Water Polo Championships will make a stunning return to Brisbane, Queensland in April, 2026.

Week 1 | 8-12 April 2026: 14&U and 18&U age groups

Week 2 | 14-18 April 2026: 12&U and 16&U age groups

Since the event launched in 2019, it has quickly grown to become a true festival of water polo for teams in the 12&U, 14&U, 16&U and 18&U events.

2026 Age Groups

  • 12&U = Born 2014 & 2015
  • 14&U = Born 2012, 2013 & 2014
  • 16&U = Born 2010, 2011 & 2012
  • 18&U = Born 2008, 2009 & 2010

 

Lord Mayor Welcome Message: 2026 Australian Youth Water Polo Championships

Welcome to Brisbane!   

As the home of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, there’s no better place to gather Australia’s rising water polo stars and the next generation of sporting talent.  

As you travel with your team, represent your local club and compete alongside friends, we wish you the best of luck as you dive into pools across our suburbs. 

When the competition wraps up, there’s plenty to see and do around Brisbane. 

Jump on a CityCat along the Brisbane River for just 50 cents and discover vibrant riverside precincts like South Bank, Howard Smith Wharves, Fish Lane and West End. 

Or venture a little further to meet the wildlife at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary or plan a day trip to beautiful North Stradbroke Island. 

We’re proud to support this exciting event through Brisbane Economic Development Agency, backing events that create even more to see and do in our city. 

To every athlete, coach, official and supporter - we’re so glad you’re here and we hope you have an incredible time in our great city.

Adrian Schrinner, Lord Mayor of Brisbane

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Event Timelines

 

Expression of Interest for Teams Open

Monday 3rd  November 2025

Expression of Interest for Team Entries Close

Wednesday 3rd December 2025

Team Nominations Open - (AU$395.00 deposit due per team entry)

Wednesday 10th December 2025 (updated 7/12/25)

Team Nominations Close including deposit payment 

Sunday 11th January 2026

Draft Opens

Monday 12th January 2026

Clubs Invoiced - Team Entry fee = AU$3,950.00 (including GST)

Week commencing 9th February 2026

Team Lists Due - DELAYED

Sunday 15th February 2026

Draft  Close

Thursday 12th February 2026

Draft Conducted

Thursday 19th February 2026

Invoices to be paid

Friday 27th February 2026

Team Lists Updated with Drafts

Monday 2nd  March 2026

Draw Released 

Friday 20th March 2026

Club Representatives Information Sessions

Tuesday 24 March 2026

Parent Education Session + Coach and Referee Forum

Tuesday 7th April 2026

U14 & U18 Day 1

Wednesday 8th April 2026

U14 & U18 Day 5 (Finals)

Sunday 12th April 2026

Parent Education Session + Coach and Referee Forum

Monday 13th April 2026

U12 & U16 Day 1

Tuesday 14th  April 2026

 

 

 

APPLY FOR A 2026 PHOTOGRAPHY PASS HERE

POOL CONTROLLER EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS IN BRISBANE

30 THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND BRISBANE

2026 AYWPC COMPETITION MANUAL

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

TOURNAMENT ELGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Athlete Development Info Session – Week 1

Athlete Development Info Session – Week 2

Table Officials Information Session Week 1

Table Officials Information Session Week 2

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