Registration and Race Briefing
Registration and race briefings will take place at Lake Alexander on Saturday 9 May as follows:
3.00 pm Registration opens and Team Managers briefed
3.30 pm Race Briefing
4.30 pm Registration closes
Athlete Code of Conduct
All competing athletes will be required to sign an Arafura Games Code of Conduct. Forms will be available at registration.
Race Program
The triathlon will be held on Sunday 10 May 2009 with male competitors starting at 7:00 am and female competitors starting approximately 5 mins later.
International Participation in Triathlon
International athletes from the following countries participated in Triathlon at Arafura Games 2007:
Brunei, Fiji, Macau and New Caledonia.
Event Details
The Arafura Games Triathlon will be held on Sunday 10 May. Race start time is 7 am. The event consists of a 1.5km swim, 40km cycle and 10km run. On Sunday 10 May, transition and check-in will open at 5.30 am. All competitors must be checked in and numbered before entering transition. Alec Fong Lim Drive will be closed from 6.30. Competitors and spectators are advised to arrive early. Overflow parking will be available at Colivas Rd.
Event Location
Scenic East Point Reserve is where all the triathlon action takes place. The transition area is located beside the amenities block at Lake Alexander. Lake Alexander is a salt water, man made lake. The water temperature is such that wet suits are not allowed at this event. The 1.5km swim is traditionally a two lap, triangular course. The cycle course is conducted over local roads. We have arranged full road closure for this even. The cycle course takes riders up Gardens Road and back again with a designated turnaround point located close to the amenities block inside the Reserve. Cyclists will complete the loop 4 times. The 10km run follows the Fannie Bay coastline.
Event Rules
The event will be conducted in accordance with Triathlon Australia Race Competition Rules. These may be viewed at www.triathlon.org.au or at compulsory registration.
Cut off time
A cut off time will apply to the cycle leg of the course. Roads will re-open at 10.00. All competitors will be required to complete the cycle leg of race before this time.
Age Categories
While the official race categories for Arafura Games are 16-19 years, 20-24 years and Open, we understand that many of you will be interested in your achievement within your own age group. A breakdown of competitors by age group will be available at registration.
IMPORTANT - for both Arafura Games and NT Championships, age categories are based on your age AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2008 (regardless of whether you have had a birthday since then).
Australian Competitors
Triathlon Australia Licence
Many Australian competitors have not yet provided their Triathlon Australia licence number. If this is you, please forward your number to Kylie Sheffield at shefs@aapt.net.au by return email BEFORE WEDNESDAY 6 MAY. If we do not have your number, you will be asked to produce your licence at registration. If you are unable to produce your licence, you will be charged a One Race Membership fee of $10.
NT COMPETITORS
If you have not yet paid your entry fee for the NT Olympic Distance Championships, please do so by FRIDAY 1 MAY.
To arrange payment, contact Triathlon NT Admin Assistant, Symone, on 8945 1979 or email eo@triathlon.com.au before 2 pm daily.
Entry to the Opening and Closing Ceremonies will require the official Arafura identification passes with a photo. These can be collected at registration on Saturday, 9 May between 3.00 and 4.30. Competitors who did not submit a photo during the accreditation process may go to the Entertainment Centre, Mitchell St, Darwin and have a photo taken. Phone 1800 3340750 for opening hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can someone show me the course before the race?
The organising committee is able to arrange for overseas competitors to be shown over the course. Please contact the Triathlon Coordinator on your arrival.
How can I get to Lake Alexander?
Lake Alexander is approximately 5km from the city and is accessible by Arafura Games transport, taxi and minibus as well as local bike paths. Many competitors cycle to the event as part of their warm up preparations. Should you choose to do this, please ensure you have front and rear lights on your bicycle, as you will be cycling to the event before sunrise.
Where can I do some swim training before the event?
Lake Alexander is open to the public for swimming. Swimming pools are located at Parap, Casuarina and Nightcliff (entry fees approximately AUS$3).
What will weather conditions be like?
It will be the dry season and very warm to hot. Sunscreen & hats are recommended. Competitors must carry at least two water bottles on the cycle course. The run leg is well serviced by drink stops. Please hydrate well before the event.
What are some of the past results?
2003(NT Championships) Overall Male: Brad Bevan 1.53.03
2003(NT Championships) Overall Female: Shelley Forster 2.16.53
2001 Overall Male: Brett Verity 1.57.08
2003 Overall Female: Teresa Higgins 2.17.58
1999 Overall Male: Andrew Beaver 1.53.46
1999 Overall Female: Lisa Vanska 2.02.24
Is there a triathlon club in Darwin?
The Darwin Triathlon Club conducts events year round. Members welcome the opportunity to meet and assist visiting triathletes. The Club has a website: http://members.iinet.net.au/~darwintriclub/
Contact Name: Kylie Sheffield
Email Address: shefs@aapt.net.au
Phone number:+61 0414494853
Postal Address: GPO BOX 3938 Darwin NT AUSTRALIA 0801
