Australian Swimming Trials: How to Watch Live, Full Schedule
The road to the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore stops in Adelaide next week as Australia’s fastest swimmers battle for Dolphins roster spots. The six-day meet runs Monday, June 9 through Saturday, June 14, 2025 at the SA Aquatic & Leisure Centre in Oaklands Park.
Here’s everything you need to follow every stroke—whether you’re in the stands, on your couch in Sydney, or streaming from the USA.
How to Watch in Australia
| Platform | Coverage | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Nine Network (Channel 9 / 9Gem) | Live finals nightly in HD; daily highlights recap | Free-to-air |
| 9Now | All heats + finals live & on-demand replays | Free account & Australian IP (geo-blocked) |
Set up your free 9Now login ahead of time so you can hit “Remind Me” for each session.
International Streaming Options
| Option | What You’ll See | How-to |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube – Australian Dolphins channel | Live heats & finals; replays posted ~1 hr after each session | Go to YouTube.com, search “Australian Dolphins Swim Team,” click the Live tab |
| VPN + 9Now | Full Australian feed—heats & finals | Connect VPN to AU → log into 9Now → select “Australian Swimming Trials” live tile |
| Text & Clip Coverage | Live blogs, race videos, quotes | Nine’s Wide World of Sports |
How to Watch from the USA & Highlights
For U.S. viewers who want live action or quick recaps:
YouTube (Free, No VPN Required)
- Channel: Australian Dolphins Swim Team
- Coverage: Live via the “Live” tab; on-demand replays 30–60 min after sessions
- Tip: Subscribe & hit the bell icon for notifications
VPN + 9Now (Full Aus Feed)
- Setup:
- Install & connect VPN to an Australian server (e.g. ExpressVPN, NordVPN).
- Visit 9Now’s Trials hub.
- Sign up for a free account and click “Live.”
- Replays: Available for 30 days—no VPN needed afterward
Highlights & Clips
- Nine’s Wide World of Sports YouTube: Short highlight packages post-session
- Swimming Australia socials (@swimmingaus): Reels & video highlights
- Swimming World: Daily photo galleries, race recaps & embedded clips on our Trials hub
Quick-Start for Finals
- When: 7:30 PM ACST = 3:00 AM PT / 6:00 AM ET
- YouTube: Open ~5 min before at the Dolphins channel Live tab
- VPN+9Now: Fallback if YouTube is blocked
- Recaps: Swimming World recaps & clips ~30 min after each final
Full Daily Session Schedule
All times local Adelaide (ACST, UTC + 9 h 30). Doors open 90 min before each session.
| Date | Heats | Finals |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, June 9 | 11:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
| Tuesday, June 10 | 11:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
| Wednesday, June 11 | 11:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
| Thursday, June 12 | 11:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
| Friday, June 13 | 11:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
| Saturday, June 14 | 11:00 AM | 7:30 PM |
The official program PDF (start lists) will be published the Thursday before racing begins.
Tickets & Venue Tips
- Tickets: From AUD $15 (kids) / $25 (adults) via Ticketek.
- Getting there: Oaklands Railway Station is a 20 min train from Adelaide CBD.
- Merch & autographs: Dolphins gear & supporter kits on sale in concourse.
- Family-friendly: Morning heats rarely sell out; kids 5 & under enter free.
Why It Matters
This meet is the sole selection trial for the Dolphins’ squad to the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore this July.
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