Summary

Australia New South Wales Sydney
post 1878 (AD)
Mint: Sydney
Awarded to: Not issued
Other Details: Bronze New South Wales Rowing Association medal. The New South Wales Rowing Association (NSWRA) was formed in 1878 in response to a challenge from Victoria for a race to be held in 1879. Three clubs were part of the Association at the time of formation. Since 1878 the number of rowing clubs in NSW has grown to more than 30 clubs today, as well as schools with rowing programs. The NSWRA governs the sport of rowing in NSW. It sets rules for racing, determines boat classes for racing events, sets an annual calendar of regattas and promotes rowing in NSW.

Obverse Description

N.S.W.ROWING ASSOCIATION/SYDNEY/ESTABD 1878 Viking oared boat with 3 sails(in the shape of flags)

Reverse Description

Laurel wreath, 2 shields crossed at centre top. In centre; rope with knot at centre btm.

Edge Description

Plain

Significance

The New South Wales Rowing Association (NSWRA) was formed in 1878 in response to a challenge from Victoria for a race to be held in 1879. Three clubs were part of the Association at the time of formation. Since 1878 the number of rowing clubs in NSW has grown to more than 30 clubs today, as well as schools with rowing programs. The NSWRA governs the sport of rowing in NSW. It sets rules for racing, determines boat classes for racing events, sets an annual calendar of regattas and promotes rowing in NSW. - New South Wales Rowing Association web site http://www.rowingnsw.asn.au/about.shtml. -D. Tout-Smith 2/12/2003

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