Dragon Boats NSW (DBNSW) is the governing body for dragon boating in New South Wales and a member of the Australian Dragon Boat Federation. There are currently over 2500 members residing in all corners of the state from Byron Bay to Jindabyne and everywhere in between.
There are currently 49 dragon boat clubs scattered around the waterways of New South Wales each sporting their own individual culture. The clubs are all members of DBNSW and therefore adhere to the sporting and ethical guidelines bound by their membership.
Dragon boating is a unique sport in its ability to attract a broad demographic of members with varying cultural and occupational backgrounds as well as varying degrees of age and fitness. From juniors (12+) to grand dragons (50+), New South Wales is fortunate enough to attract people across all categories providing for fun and competitive racing environments.
Visit the Club Profiles section for more information about dragon boat clubs in your area.
DBNSW has always been supportive and continually encourage female participation in the sport. Read our Women in Sport Policy.
DBNSW recently updated its Constitution (adopted 28 August 2010). Download the revised DBNSW Constitution.
For more information about Dragon Boats NSW please email us.
Board of Management
The DBNSW Board of Management is a team of sports leaders who work continuously to improve all aspects of the sport. Positions on the Board are elected bi-annually at Annual General Meetings.
DBNSW also has a full-time business manager, whose tireless efforts for the sport had won her the prestigious NSW Sports Federation Administrator of the Year award for 2007.
The 201/12 Board of Management is represented by:
- President - Daniel Kong
- Director - Martin Hirst
- Finance Director - Martin Hastings
- Director - Mal Wills
- Director - Geoff Roberts
- Director - Maureen O'Neill
- Director - Trish Tinyow (Nicklin)
- Chief Operating Officer- Melanie Cantwell
The Board of Management can be contacted via the Chief Operating Officer.
DBNSW Office
Unit 8 / 11 - 21 Underwood Ave,
Homebush, NSW 2140
Phone: +61-2-9746-3870
Facsimile: +61-2-9746-3214
Mobile: +61 (0)418 480 731
Membershipa nd Registration Officer Email: office@dbnsw.org.au (Linda Bowman)
Finance Officer Email: accounts@dbnsw.org.au (Joan McGowan)
Chief Operating Officer Email: melanie@dbnsw.org.au (Melanie Cantwell)
Postal Address
PO Box 3162
North Strathfield
NSW 2137
Bank Details
Dragon Boats NSW
National Australia Bank
BSB: 082-080
Acc no: # 55-783-4600
