Olympic rules of competition apply.
Registration with WTF apply.
Process of confirmation of places by May 31, 2005.
If the host nation does not use the available places or is unable to allocate the invitation places, these places will be reallocated based on application and intention to participate in the championship from invitation nations/countries.
http://www.taekwondoaustralia.org.au/abouttkd/wtfrules.html
General Information about the Arafura Games
Arafura Games Eligibility
To compete in the Arafura Games 2005, sporting teams must represent a city, provincial or state association. In addition, from the same region a university or combined universities team may compete, as well as a services team (eg. Police, Fire, Ambulance).
National teams are also eligible to compete and may represent the nation as a national team, junior team or development team. To ensure equitable competition and balance of numbers from countries, the organisers reserve the right to make arbitrary decisions as to whether to accept national teams. This will be done in consideration of the fundamental principle of the Games: "Developing the world's elite athletes".
This means that Taekwondo competitors who have world or national ranking will be entered as invitational positions and should they place they will only receive an invitational medal as opposed to an Arafura Games medal. The Arafura Games medal will therefore be issued on a count back system and, to the competitors who have no world or national ranking. Teams must have the endorsement of the supreme governing body at state or national level. This is on page eight (8) of the accreditation form.
Australia will be represented by the High Performance Development Team of Taekwondo Australia, consisting of eight (8) female positions and eight (8) male positions, two for each weight division. Further invitational positions, for competitors who have world or national rankings, are available for Australian competitors.
Each other country, nation, combined services or university teams can only enter four (4) females and four (4) males, one (1) for each weight division. Further female and male positions may be provided. In addition, further invitational positions, for competitors who have world or national rankings, are available for other country, nation, combined services or university teams.
For those competitors who have a world or national ranking, please write in your world or national ranking as a number in the team/state box of the competition entry form. For example:
Team / State: Australia N1 = National 1Ranking
Or
Team / State: Australia W3 = World 3 Ranking
Or
Team / State: Australia = No Ranking
No Games' entry fees will be charged for individuals or teams. However, special fees for protests and arbitration will apply. Details are available at the tournament.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
To enter the Arafura Games you must complete and return two official forms, an accreditation form and competition entry form. The accreditation form can be completed online at www.arafuragames.nt.gov.au it is necessary for identifying teams, individuals and of course accreditation for credentialing into the games. The Arafura Games organisers make mention that this form will also assist you in your application for a passport, which is if you are an athlete traveling to Australia. A copy of this form can also be downloaded as a PDF from the same website and, can be emailed to you once you have expressed an interest in attending the games. THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY 8 APRIL 2005.
The competition form can only be received once you have expressed an interest in attending the games. The expression of interest form can be completed online at www.arafuragames.nt.gov.au
The competition form is the official entry form for the tournament. The head instructor, team official and or the head coach must sign and validate the competition entry form. THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED BY 29 APRIL 2005.
YOU MUST PROVIDE PHOTO IDENTIFICATION AND PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP AND PASSPORT NUMBERS ETC. YOU MUST ALSO PROVIDE PROOF OF TAEKWONDO MEMBERSHIP AND INSURANCE DETAILS.
Accommodation
Darwin has a variety of accommodation to suit all budgets, tastes and special requirements, located close to the CBD and sporting venues.
These range from five-star hotels, motels and apartments to backpacker style accommodation, including our sponsored properties Saville Park Suites, Mirambeena Tourist Resort, SkyCity (formerly MGM Grand Casino) and Palms Resort.
The Arafura Games Bedbank is now operational and will coordinate suitable accommodation for all Games' participants. The Bedbank offers a comprehensive accommodation booking service, with special rates negotiated for Games participants.
A deposit is required to confirm your accommodation booking. Final payment is required at least one month before the Arafura Games begin.
Transport
Transfers to and from the airport are being offered by the Arufura Games. When you complete your accreditation form please note on the second page that there is a space for you to provide your flight and accommodation details.
Shuttle buses will also be provided between your accommodation and sporting venues. Detailed information about where pick up and drop off points are should be readily available on your arrival or located at accommodation and sporting venues etc.
Travel Visa
As an athlete traveling to Australia for the Arafura Games you can apply for a sub-class 4.21 Visa.
