Posted on Wednesday 19th August, 2026
Vale Barbara Brooks
We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Barbara Brooks.
A life member of MSV, Barbara was one of the founders of the association, and its first secretary. She also served as State President, Vice President, Swim Meet Coordinator, Delegate for North Lodge Swimming Club, and as a technical official.
Barbara competed in many international masters meets and 40 national masters championships (every national championship from 1976 to 2016). Across long and short course she achieved 106 masters state records, 94 masters national records, and 4 masters world records.
We are deeply grateful for her extraordinary service to and advocacy for masters swimming, which have been key parts of MSV’s history.
Our deepest sympathies go out to Barbara’s family and friends.
The funeral will be held at 11am on Thursday 20th August at South Melbourne Uniting Church, Dorcas St.