Murray Irrigation launches 2026-27 Learn to Swim Program
2 November 2026
Deniliquin North Public School Year 2 students having a blast in the pool during their Learn to Swim Program last year.
With summer just around the corner, applications are once again open for Murray Irrigation's annual Learn to Swim Program.
Each year, the Company invites local schools and swimming clubs to participate in this long-running water safety initiative, which contributes $10 towards every child who completes an accredited learn to swim activity.
CEO Ron McCalman said Murray Irrigation is proud to have been sponsoring local children to participate in swimming and water safety lessons for more than 20 years through its Learn to Swim Program.
"Water safety is a vital life skill for children growing up in rural and regional environments, where rivers, dams, and irrigation channels are part of everyday life," Mr McCalman said.
"We are looking forward to again supporting hundreds of children across the footprint build water confidence, learn vital safety skills, and have fun in the pool this summer."
More than 1300 children participated in Murray Irrigation's Learn to Swim Program last year.
Among them were 20 Year 2 students from Deniliquin North Public School.
Class teacher April Tubb said the students had a fantastic time in the pool, while mastering lifelong skills that will help keep them stay safe in and around water.
Applications for this year's Learn to Swim Program close on Monday 23 November 2026.
Murray Irrigation's Learn to Swim program is made possible through the support of the Company's customers.
