The Mercantile Masters continue their steady winter grind with plenty of hard yards both on and off the water. Despite the chill, spirits remain high as crews clock the kilometres and keep the erg room humming. The commitment to fitness and camaraderie is as strong as ever. A highlight of the past month was the […]
Men’s Guerin ClubThe Men’s Guerin Club is rolling into winter with purpose—and pace. The focus is firmly set on a strong campaign across key regattas, including Melbourne Head, Rutherglen, State Champs, and the iconic Mildura/Wentworth regatta. Training will ramp up with three on-water sessions each week, supported by a structured erg and weights program and […]
We are delighted to officially welcome Scott Rowe as Head Coach of Mercantile Rowing Club. Scott’s appointment began on June 16th, and we are thrilled to have someone of his calibre leading the next chapter of our club’s high-performance program. While Scott’s official start is mid-June, he has already hit the ground running. Since the […]
Henley Royal Regatta – July 2025Mercantile will be proudly represented at the 2025 Henley Royal Regatta with crews heading to the UK to compete on the iconic Thames course. We wish them the best as they take on the world’s finest in one of rowing’s most prestigious events. Stay tuned for updates and race results! […]
As we move into the heart of winter, the Guerin Programme continues to build quietly but confidently, with strong momentum on both the men’s and women’s squads. For the men, it’s been simple and steady. We’ve had them out for sessions in small & mixed boats—focusing on technical cohesion and keeping things consistent as we […]
Mercantile has been buzzing with activity this month, with Henley preparations in full swing and our winter training program well underway. It was a pleasure to have our new Head Coach, Scott Rowe, visit the club for two days before heading to Europe to coach the Australia A Team at World Cups I and II. […]
May has been a month full of energy, anticipation, and remarkable momentum at Mercantile Rowing Club! All eyes are now on the international stage, with our Henley Royal Regatta crews on the cusp of departure. We’re proud to be sending three outstanding crews to compete: the Wargrave Challenge Cup (W8+), the Prince Philip Challenge Trophy […]
As the 2025 international rowing season gathers pace, Mercantile Rowing Club is proud to celebrate the achievements and ambitions of our athletes competing around the globe. Three of our rising stars — Anna Morrison, Zara Bongiorno, and Summer Kellett — are currently in Princeton, USA, trialling for selection in the Australian Under 23 team. Their […]
As the temperature drops, the Masters crew is embracing winter rowing and laying the foundations for a strong campaign towards next season — with Head of the Yarra firmly in our sights. We’ve consistently been boating two — and sometimes three — eights several times a week. It’s been fantastic to welcome back Al Taylor, […]
Foundation This year is shaping up to be the Foundation’s biggest year ever for both donations and Club grants. The Foundation expects to receive donations of nearly $500,000 this year and also make the largest level of grants ever to the Club. The largest donation came from a bequest from the Estate of Rosemary Richardson […]
