Albury’s close proximity to the Murray River meant that residents quickly realised the need for safety around water. The purpose of the Albury Swimming Club has been to help prevent drownings through lifesaving and swimming lessons, to boost public interest in aquatic sport and to provide organised competition in the area.
The club’s aquatic activities and special events have always been a great source of fun and entertainment throughout the decades.
This exhibition featured images, trophies and other memorabilia highlighting the achievements of the club and its members.
Image credits:
Albury Swimming Club presentations, 1950s. Courtesy Dowling family arvhives. Albury City Collection, ARM 22.713
Learn to Swim class, 1950s. AlburyCity Collection, ARM 22.718
Fred Jacobs displays his trophies. AlburyCity Collection, ARM 22.720
Charles, Gwyn and Gordon Dowling. Courtesy Dowling family archives. AlburyCity Collection, ARM 22.712
Gordon and Shirley Dowling and J Moore. Courtesy Dowling family arvhives. Albury City Collection, ARM 22.714
Learn to Swim instructors. AlburyCity Collection, ARM 22.719
Young swimmers at Albury’s first pool, C. 1920s. Reis family album. AlburyCity Collection, ARM 19.086.070
Riverina Carnival Culcairn girls race, 1938. Courtesy Dowling family archives. AlburyCity Collection, ARM 22.716
Riverina Carnival Culcairn mens race, 1938. Courtesy Dowling family archives. AlburyCity Collection, ARM 22.715
