“Moving from interstate, joining Surge
was a great way to make friends and create
a network in the community.”
DAN MOORE
SURGE RED CAPTAIN (2017)
ABOUT
Melbourne Surge was conceived in 2001, when a group of players teamed up to compete in the 2002 Sydney Gay Games.
Beginning as a sub-section of the Glamourhead Shark Swim Club, the team went through a number of guises before becoming an independent club in 2007. The past 5 years have seen rapid growth,
with the club now fielding 4 teams in Victoria’s State League, as well as having a significant social membership base. Our members range in age and ability, and we are always open to new faces.
LEADERSHIP TEAM
Melbourne Surge is governed by Committee as elected by our membership in line with our Constitution.
Each year, in addition to the 5 permanent roles (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Club Manager) the club decides on a number of General Member positions to complete a full committee and ensure adequate club representation.
The current FY22/23 Committee of Ben, Cat, Thomas, Shayne, James, Rusty, Cal, Luke and Riley represent members both old and new, with a variety of different abilities and experiences, all representing different subsections of our club.
AUSTRALIAN LGBTI INCLUSION AWARDS
In 2017, Melbourne Surge and Vic Water Polo were awarded the ‘Inclusive Sports Initiative’ for the inaugural 2016 National Water Polo League Pride Cup at the Australian LGBTI Awards in Sydney.
The National Water Polo League was the first national sporting code to hold a Pride Round as part of its competitive fixture.
The televised event at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre drew record crowds, and showcased a match between two national league teams, an exhibition game between Melbourne Surge and the Sydney Stingers, fireworks and entertainment.
Melbourne Surge is proud to have the support of and work with Water Polo Victoria, Water Polo Australia and its associated bodies to ensure our sport and all sports foster cultures of diversity and inclusion.
ANNUAL REPORT
At our yearly AGM, Melbourne Surge releases an Annual Report to our members and supporters so they can see our achievements and efforts across the year.
The Report for FY23/24 is available for download.
