News & Articles

The importance of water levels – An expert interview with Darryl Long!

28 April, 2017 2:24 pm

With all the wet weather lately, it seems perfectly natural to wonder how this year’s Avon Descent could be affected. After all, the race has been a WA institution for

Event Rules 2017 are published now!

27 April, 2017 12:24 pm

It is exciting news. We have now published the Event Rules for the Avon Descent 2017 on our website. Go to https://www.avondescent.com.au/competitors/event-rules/ and have a proper read through everything. If you

Matt Even – When racing with your best friend is the key to success!

31 March, 2017 8:21 pm

There is an old adage, “If you want to go Fast, Go Alone. If you want to go Far, go Together”. Matthew Even, the 30 year old power dinghy racer

Sam Pilton- Encouraging women to test themselves in the Avon Descent!

20 March, 2017 12:42 pm

“Flee or Fight Back” could be the strategy for many participating in the Avon Descent, a 124 km white water race for Paddle and Power boats, running from Northam to

Doug Hodson – a cancer survivor proves that anyone can do it!

10 March, 2017 12:43 pm

Sixty year old cancer survivor Doug Hodson of Wembley Downs shows that anyone can be a part of the adventurous Avon Descent, if they are willing to put in the

New Website Launched!

7 February, 2017 10:50 am

The new Avon Descent 2017 website has been launched! You will find a whole new look, improved navigation and updates to many of the pages. Some of the

MILESTONES, MATESHIP AND MEMORIES—AVON DESCENT 2016

11 August, 2016 8:15 am

Anyone who stayed at the Bayswater finish line long enough would have witnessed something that probably illustrated the spirit of the Avon Descent more than anything else. As exhausted paddlers

Video: Northam Weir June 26th

29 June, 2016 2:58 pm

“Close-up” Interview: Rosalie Evans

17 June, 2016 8:03 am

If any sport-minded mums are wondering what to do when the children grow up, ask Rosalie Evans. She’ll say: “Have a go at the Avon Descent” Rosalie started when she

AVON DESCENT 2016 – KEEPING THE SPIRIT ALIVE

23 March, 2016 1:02 pm

The continuing trend of lower winter run-off has prompted the organisers of the Avon Descent white water classic to adopt a fresh approach to secure the future of the event. Rather