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The representative body of rock climbers in Western Australia.

14/06/2026

🎬 Lights. Camera. Climb.

The CAWA Film Festival 2026 is back, and submissions are now open.

If you have footage from a trip, a project, a personal milestone, or a moment that captures the spirit of climbing in WA, this is your chance to get it on the big screen at Luna Leederville, on 12 November.

There are some great prizes up for grabs too, the $500 CAWA Film Award, People's Choice prizes of $300 and $150, plus a share of ticket sales if your film is selected for screening.

Submissions close 15 October, so plenty of time to pull something special together. Head to the link in bio for all the details and get those cameras rolling.

Need some inspo? Check out our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/

11/06/2026

🪖 Which do you put on first when approaching a rock face, a helmet or a harness? Drop your answer in the comments 👇

Rockfall has occurred at Statham's Quarry on the "Striding Edge" route (No. 28, Central Slab Area). A large slab was pulled from the face during a climb and narrowly missed the belayer below.

Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia and a geotechnical engineer have assessed the area. Here's what you need to know before you visit:
🚫 Avoid the remaining slab on route 28 (marked with an arrow in the photo).
🚷 Belayers and bystanders, do not stand directly below the route. A pink flagging tape zone has been marked on-site.
✅ You can pass through the area, but don't linger within the flagged zone, especially during active climbing

Helmets are non-negotiable at the crag. Rockfall can happen anywhere, anytime. 🪨

31/05/2026

Another epic weekend in Stirlings. 🏔

The ANZAC long weekend delivered everything we love about climbing in WA. Good routes,
good people, and one of the most iconic settings around.

Trips like this are a regular part of the CAWA calendar, so if you missed out this time, head
to climberswa.au to see what is coming up next.

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29/05/2026

🧗 Gym Crash at Portside Boulders, O'Connor!

Come climb, eat, and chat with your CAWA crew this June 9th at 6:00 PM!

Here's the plan: show up, send some boulders, then refuel on pizza before battling it out in a game and a physical challenge. Prizes on the line, good vibes guaranteed.

This is a great chance to meet fellow members, climb at an awesome gym, and have a proper community night out. All skill levels welcome, whether you're pulling hard or just here for the pizza (no judgement 🍕).

📍 Portside Boulders, O'Connor 📅 Tuesday 9 June 2026 ⏰ 6:00 PM

👉 Tag a climbing mate and lock in the date!

28/05/2026

🥇 History made. Australia, we have a gold medallist!

A massive congratulations to Oceana Mackenzie on winning the Women's Boulder final at the World Climbing Series Bern 2026! Her first World Climbing Series gold, and the first ever for Australia.

Oceana topped three boulders in the final, including a brilliant beta break on the fourth to seal the win with 74.5 points, and what a moment it was to watch unfold. She described herself as "still a little in shock" after the result. We reckon that's fair enough! 🙌

From all of us at CAWA and the WA climbing community, we are so incredibly proud. This is the kind of moment that inspires every climber, from the gym to the crag.
Keep crushing it! 🧗‍♀️🇦🇺

📸 Photo credit: World Climbing / worldclimbing.com

21/05/2026

The crag is calling. Are you ready to answer? 🧗

If you're confident on the wall indoors but haven't made the leap to real rock yet, this one's for you.

Transition to Outdoors at Mountain Quarry is a hands-on workshop designed specifically for experienced indoor lead climbers ready to take their skills outside. You'll cover weather assessment, bolts and anchors, outdoor belaying, anchor cleaning, and more, with plenty of time on the wall to put it all into practice.

📅 Saturday 6 June, 8 AM to 2 PM 📍 Mountain Quarry, Boya 💰 $37 for CAWA members
This is a great stepping stone into the wider world of outdoor climbing and future CAWA trips.

👉 Spots are limited and registrations close 2 June. Head to the link in bio to book your place and complete the participant form. Both are required to secure your spot.

CAWA members only.

13/05/2026

The CAWA Film Festival is back for 2026, and if you have been thinking about putting a film together, this is your nudge to get started.

There is plenty to play for this year, with a $500 CAWA Film Award, People’s Choice prizes of $300 and $150, plus the opportunity to earn a share of ticket sales if your film is selected for screening. It is a great chance to have your work seen, celebrated, and enjoyed by the WA climbing community on the big screen.

Submissions close 15 October, and the screening will be held on 12 November at Luna Leederville.

Start filming, start editing, or start digging through your footage. We cannot wait to see what stories come in this year.

11/05/2026

This is your last chance to apply for the CAWA Scholarship Program 2026 and 2027.

Applications are now open until 31 May, with two scholarships, each worth $1,500, available to support climbers in WA. One is the Experienced Scholarship for climbers with 4 or more years of outdoor climbing experience, and one is the Novice Scholarship for anyone with less than 4 years of outdoor climbing experience, including indoor climbers looking to transition outdoors.

Whether you are building outdoor experience, chasing a project, stepping into competition climbing, or working toward a goal that matters to you, this is a great chance to back your progression with real support. CAWA is looking for applicants with clear goals, strong intent, and a genuine desire to grow.

If you have been thinking about applying, take this as your sign to get it done. Head to the scholarship page for full details and to apply.

Programs like this are one way CAWA invests directly in climbers and helps strengthen the WA climbing community.

07/05/2026

It is never easy to say goodbye to a place that has meant so much to so many.

Rockface Climbing Centre has been a genuine and longstanding supporter of the WA climbing community, and we want to take a moment to recognise everything they have given over the years. From hosting events and offering member discounts to always showing up when support was needed, their contribution has gone far beyond the walls of the gym.

CAWA is incredibly grateful for the role Rockface has played in helping build connection, opportunity, and community within climbing in WA. Thank you for the support, the generosity, and the care you have shown our community over the years. Your impact will be felt for a long time to come.

06/05/2026

WA Day Long Weekend Climbing Trip 2026 at Kalbarri

Red sandstone, river gorges, and three days of committed climbing in one of WA’s most unique climbing destinations. This self-supported, peer-organised trip is for experienced outdoor climbers who are confident managing their own safety, partners, and climbing decisions in a remote environment. Expect steep sport routes, adventurous trad climbing, relaxed camp evenings, and prime winter climbing conditions.

When: 29 May, 7.00 pm to 1 June, 2.00 pm
Where: Kalbarri National Park, camping at Z Bend climbers’ camp
Cost: $30 for members, including camping fees
Registrations close: 24 May

Head to climberswa.au to register, complete your participant form, and lock in your spot. Camping capacity is limited, so booking is essential.

Trips like this are one of the best parts of being part of CAWA, giving members access to adventurous weekends, local knowledge, and a strong community to share them with.

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PO Box 7125
Perth, WA
6850

Website

https://www.climberswa.au/

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