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The Triathlon World Championships will incorporate a variety of entertainment, sporting and social events for people of all ages and abilities. CLICK HERE to view the entire 5 day schedule! |
Car parking around the venue will be extremely limited, so we have put together this overview of car parking locations to make sure you can get to and from the World Championships as easily as possible.
Review our car parking locations or visit www.worldtriathlongoldcoast.com.
| Triumph Women’s Breakfast – Support the Make-A-Wish foundation |
Including guest speakers, a delicious breakfast, silent auctions and a fashion parade, the Women’s Breakfast will raise money for Make-A-Wish foundation and brighten the lives of some very special kids.
Date: Friday, 11 September 2009
Time: 7.00am – 9.00am
Location: Surfers Paradise Marriott Resort & Spa, 158 Ferny Avenue, Surfers Paradise
Cost: Individual $55/Tables (10) $495 (includes GST)
Dress: Smart/casual
Book: https://gms.worldtriathlongoldcoast.com.au/registration/default.cfm
For more information about the charity, guest speakers, prizes and table deals, contact our breakfast coordinator Robert Knott on 0413 806 793 / Robert.knott@usmevents.com.au
| PARTICIPATE in the SprintMan Competition – Sprint Distance and Enticer Distance Course Map |
Requiring no qualification criteria, anyone can enter and be a part of Australia’s largest Triathlon Festival. Offering two manageable yet challenging distances, the SprintMan competition offers something for everyone!
Sprintman – Sprint
Sunday 13th September
750m Swim – 20km Cycle – 5km Run
Sprintman – Enticer
Sunday 13th September
300m Swim – 10km Cycle – 3km Run |

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Enter directly now via our Online Registration System or visit www.worldtriathlongoldcoast.com.au
| Road Closures – Plan the best route for your daily travels |
From the 9th – 13th September, there will be significant road closures in areas surrounding the event precinct. To minimise disruption, please review the document below or visit www.worldtriathlongoldcoast.com for more details.
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| CELEBRATE – Say G’day Party and the Great Aussie Barbeque |
Say G’Day Party - Thursday the 10th of September
Time - 4:00pm – 8:30pm
Price - $20 per head (Olympic, Sprint and Teams competitors get one meal voucher and two drink vouchers free!)
Supported by music and a big screen World Championships presentation, it’s an ideal way to kick start your World Championships experience!
Great Aussie BBQ – Sunday the 13th of September
Time – 4:00pm – 10:30pm
Price - $30 per head (Olympic, Sprint and Teams competitors get one meal voucher and two drink vouchers free!)
The Great Aussie BBQ will see the World Champs out in style, with a BBQ dinner, Olympic distance presentations, live band, AV presentation and a few surprises!
So why should the athletes have all the fun? Make sure you get your tickets today via our online registration system.
| Updated Triathlon World Championships Event Website |
For all the hot gossip, athlete profiles, event updates and essential information visit www.worldtriathlongoldcoast.com
Airport Transfers
As the official transport provider, COACHTRANS meets all flights from Domestic and International Airports, servicing direct to your accommodation and at fantastic rates.
Visit www.coachtrans.com.au or phone (07) 3238 4700 for more information.
Shuttle Bus information
USM EVENTS are providing a user pay bus service to transport athletes, coaches, team staff, friends and family during peak times across the Gold Coast ITU Triathlon World Championships. Completing a 30 minute loop, the bus will service from the Southport Broadwater Parklands to Main Beach and Surfers Paradise.
Regular Day Service (10am-5pm) - $10.00 AUD per day (Unlimited Travel)
Special Services – Operating outside of the ‘Regular Day Service’ times, this shuttle is created to service the Thursday and Sunday night parties as well as early morning competition. Due to the odd operational hours, there will be an additional $2.00 AUD charge (per person) for each trip.
Click HERE to review the shuttle schedule or alternatively visit our online registration page to pre-purchase tickets!
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| triaction® by Triumph – The Official Sports Bra of the Gold Coast World Championships |
Triathlons are challenging enough without having to battle
bust movement and discomfort.
triaction® by Triumph are helping you to perform your best with their comfortable and supportive sports bra range. Come and visit the Triumph stand at the Triathlon World Championships Sport and Lifestyle Expo and receive a complimentary fitting with one of Triumph’s professional Brastylists® who can help you find the right size and style of bra to suit your sporting needs.
You can also check out the new Summer ’09 range incorporating the latest in moisture management, breathable fabrics and supportive designs. Try on the new underwire triaction®Endurance W available up to an E cup, or take a look at the triaction® Seamfree available in exciting new fashion colours.
Purchase a triaction sports bra you can also go in the draw to win the Ultimate Triathlon adventure - Two places on the 2009 Tri Travel Hawaii Tour to the Ironman World Triathlon Championships in Kona. |


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| PARTICIPATE - ITU Teams Triathlon World Championships |
Grab a bunch of work mates, school friends or even bribe your family! Put a team together for either of the two events and share the World Championships experience.
Teams Relay Triathlon
World Championships
Presented by The Courier-Mail
Saturday 12th September
- Team of three competitors
- Each members completes ONE LEG of an
‘Olympic Distance triathlon
(1500m swim / 40km cycle / 10km run)
- Final team time will reveal the ultimate teams relay world champions
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Corporate Teams Triathlon
World Championships
Presented by The Courier-Mail
Sunday 13th September
- Team of three competitors (from the same company/organisation)
- ALL members complete an ‘Enticer Distance’ triathlon concurrently
(300m swim / 10km cycle / 3km run)
- Amalgamated team time determines the ultimate CORPORATE teams triathlon world champions
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At only $340 per team and requiring no qualification criteria, these events have something for all fitness levels and provide the perfect opportunity to settle some old scores!
For more information or to enter online, visit www.worldtriathlongoldcoast.com or
contact our corporate teams booking coordinator;
Emily Davies
T: (07) 3868 2444
E: Emily@usmevents.com.au |
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| The Natural Confectionery Co. |
With a wide variety of naturally delicious lollies, including Snakes, Squirms, Dinosaurs, Fruit Chews, Party Mix and more – The Natural Confectionery Co. is the natural winner in lollies.
Olympic Gold Medallist Emma Snowsill is proud to be The Natural Confectionery Co.’s number 1 fan and brand ambassador, as we support Emma as she prepares for back to back Olympic Gold in London 2012.
Keep an eye out for the ‘fun zone’ on site to learn more about The Natural Confectionery Co. and Emma Snowsill, and of course enjoy the delicious Natural Confectionery Co. lollies in your race kit.
www.tncc.com.au/Our-Fans.aspx

| The Triathlon World Championships Sport and Lifestyle Expo |
Experience the latest triathlon, fitness & lifestyle products in the one centralized sporting & lifestyle hub. With more than 55 exhibitors, the Triathlon World Championships Sport & Lifestyle Expo is the place to be for all your triathlon, fitness & lifestyle needs. Best of all admission is FREE!!
Trading Times:
Wednesday 9th September 10am – 5pm
Thursday 10th September 9am – 5pm
Friday 11th September 9am – 5pm
Saturday 12th September 9am – 5pm
Sunday 13th September 9am – 4pm
Venue:
Triathlon World Championships Sport & Lifestyle Expo
Southport Broadwater Parklands
Gold Coast Highway
SOUTHPORT QLD 4215 |
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Event Precinct
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For more information, please contact Katie Reid – katie.reid@usmevents.com.au / 07 5449 0711.
triaction® by Triumph – The Official Sports Bra of the Gold Coast World Championships
Perform at your best with triaction® by Triumph sports bras, specially designed for varying levels of activity and support. Visit the triaction® expo stand today for a complimentary fitting and enter to WIN the Ultimate Triathletes adventure!
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| Special Offer to Age Group athletes’ partners, friends and family! |
Are you bringing a loved one with you to the Gold Coast ITU Triathlon World Championships? Then why not ask them if they too would like to join in the fun by volunteering a small amount of their time to help the organisers put on this World Class International event. As a thank you for their efforts we will pay their way to the Say G’day Party on the Thursday night (10th Sept) of the festival.
To take up this exclusive offer all they need to do is visit the Volunteers page on the website (www.worldtriathlongoldcoast.com/volunteers.html), click on the link at the bottom and register as a volunteer. Once they’ve done this email emily@usmevents.com.au and they will be added to the FREE ticket list for the Say G’day Party! |
| Azzura Surfers Paradise Resort – Now Open! |
Opened August 2009! Azzura Surfers Paradise Resort is situated in the heart of Surfers Paradise, within walking distance to beaches and the famed Cavill Avenue shopping, dining and entertainment precinct. This brand new 4 star resort offers the ultimate escape and features a recreational deck, swimming pool, spa and gym. Unwind in the spacious one and two bedroom luxury suites with full kitchen, lounge, dining room and laundry facilities, whilst enjoying panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean or Gold Coast Hinterland from your balcony. Guests can relax with the convenience of ground floor restaurants and shopping opening soon. |
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| Celebrate and Relax Post-Triathlon, Sirromet style |
Sirromet Wines, wine sponsor of the Gold Coast ITU Triathlon, is a local success story. Their premium quality wines have collected close to 400 awards since opening the door in 2000. Just 40 minutes north of the Gold Coast, the Mount Cotton headquarters combines a fully operating winery, cellar door and restaurant in a location alive with breathtaking views, natural scenery and abundant wildlife. Taste the award winning wines at Cellar Door, and take a guided tour to explore the winery.
Sirromet's award winning Restaurant Lurleen's provides mouth-watering Modern Australian cuisine, using the freshest local produce. Voted Queensland's Best Restaurant in the Courier Mail 2008 & 2009 Lifestyle Awards, a dining experience at Restaurant Lurleen's will not be matched by any other.
Wrap up the triathlon week with a refreshing glass of Sirromet wine and a memorable visit to Queensland’s best restaurant.
Find out more at www.sirromet.com. |


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| Pure Blonde & Pure Blonde Naked Ale |

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On the 26th August 2009 $100.00 AUD was equal to approximately $83.60 USD, €58.50 Euro,
or ₤51.25 GBP.
For the current dollar conversions check out www.xe.com |
| The Gold Coast Experience |
Australia’s Gold Coast is celebrated as a hugely popular and friendly holiday city. To ensure you make the most of your time on the Gold Coast we’ve listed some new ‘must see & do activities’.
Very Exciting – Experience spectacular 360 degree views from the surf to the hinterland and beyond at QDeck, Australia’s only beachside observation deck
Very Natural – Discover glow worm caves on a guided night time trek through the hinterland
Very Tasty – Revel in a romantic dinner with a twist as you glide through the Broadwater in a Gold Coast Gondola
Very Indulgent – Luxuriate on a champagne sailing cruise from Couran Cove Island Resort
Very Active – Discover treasures and treats at the bustling Surfers Paradise Night Markets
Plan your trip now! For further information contact the Gold Coast Booking and Information Centre 1300 309 440 (National), +61 (0)7 5569 3380 (International), or visitwww.verygoldcoast.com.
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| Eyeline – everything in Swimming |
Have a look at their incredible range of top quality swimming equipment and accessories. As one of the world’s leading producers, you can also visit Eyeline at booth 47/48 at the Triathlon World Championships Sport and Lifestyle Expo.

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