Legendary New Zealand swimming coach Jan Cameron has died suddenly, aged 70 in Queensland.
Born in Australia, Cameron won silver at the 1964 Olympics for her country, before shifting across the ditch in 1991.
Initially working with the North Shore Swimming Club, Cameron was appointed as New Zealand coach in 2001, before taking on the role of a high performance manager in 2008.
"As Swimming Australia's current para sport mentor coach, Jan was a much-loved member of our swimming family – staff, coaches, officials and athletes alike. Jan's illustrious career has spanned all areas of swimming including as an athlete, coach and administrator," Swimming Australia said in a statement last night.
"Jan will be sorely missed within the industry, by colleagues, coaches, athletes and all in the wider swimming community.
"Swimming Australia will advise an appropriate memorial in due course. Our thoughts are with Jan's family and friends at this sad time."
Cameron left her role with Swimming New Zealand in 2011, before returning home to Australia, taking charge of the Australian side for the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Jainero.
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