USM EVENTS would like to welcome all athletes to the 2009 Gold Coast ITU Triathlon World Championships. The 2009 Championships presents five days of triathlon competition, community activities, evening entertainment programs, corporate events and functions, along with one of the biggest Sport & Lifestyle Expo in the Southern Hemisphere. There are events for everyone, from novice to elite, corporate to lifestyle enthusiasts. Which ever one you choose, we hope you enjoy it, along with your time on the Gold Coast.

The anti-doping regulations of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) are valid. In accordance with the WADA and Article 5.1 of ITU anti-doping regulations, all athletes affiliated with a National Federation may be subject to In-Competition testing by ITU, the Athlete's National Federation, and any other Anti-Doping organization responsible for testing at a competition or event.

All Athletes affiliated with a National Federation may also be subject to Out-of-Competition testing at any time or place, with or without advance notice, by ITU, WADA, the Athlete's National Federation or the National Anti-Doping Organization of any country where the Athlete is present.

For more information concerning exemptions and procedures please review the ITU anti-doping regulations

ITU Aquathlon World Championships
As per ITU Competition Rules

ITU Triathlon World Championships
As per ITU Competition Rules

ITU Sprint Distance Triathlon World Championships
As per ITU Competition Rules

ITU Corporate Teams/Teams Relay Triathlon World Championships presented by The Courier-Mail
As per ITU Competition Rules

There will be two events:

SprintMan Triathlon
As per Triathlon Australia Competition Rules

Wetsuit Ruling:  The official wetsuit ruling will not be made until 24 hours prior to race start.  ITU rules state the water temperature must be below 22 degrees Celsius for wetsuits to be permitted. 

Current Water Temp as at 2 September: 21.1°C

Speed Suit Ruling:  Under ITU Race Rules speed suits are permitted in the age group races but MUST be worn for the entire race.  Speed suits MUST still follow ITU Uniform Guidelines.

Click here for ITU Competition Rules

The ITU Gold Coast World Triathlon Championships will be run under ITU race rules and not Triathlon Australia race rules (as per other Australian Triathlon events). The one rule that differs greatly is the Drafting Penalty Ruling. There will be no penalty boxes on course and a penalty will be issued as follows:

1. When assessed a yellow card, the competitor will stop in a safe manner and follow the instructions of the Technical Official;
2. If on a bicycle, the competitor will stop in a safe manner, dismount to the outside of the course with both feet on one side of the bicycle, and follow the instructions of the Technical Official;
3. The Technical Official will the say “GO”, at which time the competitor will continue in a safe manner.

Swim Course Practice for ITU Olympic and Sprint Distance World Championship athletes

THURSDAY 10 SEPTEMBER ONLY*
6:30am-7:30am Olympic Distance
10:00am-11:00am Sprint Distance

*The Broadwater is an open marine channel at all other times, swimming outside these hours is not recommended.

Refer to Event Schedule

Refer to Wave Starts

Refer to Strat Lists

Refer to ‘TRIATHLON’ and specific event details

Online is entry is now open for the 2009 Gold Coast ITU Triathlon World Championships for the following events:

• ITU Corporate Teams Triathlon World Championships presented by The Courier-Mail
• ITU Teams Relay Triathlon World Championships presented by The Courier-Mail
• ITU Aquathlon Triathlon World Championships (remember you must be a member of your National Federation to enter!)
• SprintMan – Enticer & Sprint Distances

Click here to ENTER ONLINE NOW

National Federations should contact our Athlete Services Manager Rebecca for any queries regarding Online Registration – Rebecca@usmevents.com.au

ITU Elite, Under23 and Junior registration must be done through the ITU. Contact the ITU for further information.

All athletes competing in ITU Triathlon World Championship Events (excluding Corporate Triathlon) must abide by the ITU Uniform Guidelines

Those athletes competing in the SprintMan Triathlon, Age Group Aquathlon, or ITU Corporate Teams / Teams Relay Triathlon World Championships presented by The Courier-Mail must abide by the Triathlon Australia Uniform Guidelines.

The following entry fees are payable in Australian Dollars and are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Course Maps

ITU Aquathlon World Championships Click map to enlarge

	ITU Triathlon World Championships – Elite, U23 Click map to enlarge
		Course Elevation - Bike Course Click map to enlarge

	ITU Triathlon World Championships – Junior Click map to enlarge
		Course Elevation - Bike Course Click map to enlarge

	ITU Triathlon World Championships – PARATRIATHLON & Age Group Click map to enlarge
		Course Elevation - Bike Course Click map to enlarge

	ITU Sprint Distance Triathlon World Championships Click map to enlarge
		Course Elevation - Bike Course Click map to enlarge

	ITU Corporate Teams Triathlon World Championships Corporate Teams Click map to enlarge
		Course Elevation - Bike Course Click map to enlarge

	ITU Triathlon World Championships – People’s Enticer Click map to enlarge
		Course Elevation - Bike Course Click map to enlarge

	ITU Triathlon World Championships – SprintMan Click map to enlarge
		Course Elevation - Bike Course Click map to enlarge

Venue Maps                                

Event Precinct Click map to enlarge

Festival Village presented by Gold Coast Bulletin Click map-s to enlarge

SWIM

Miami Olympic Pool
Gold Coast QLD 4220
Ph: +61 7 5572 8870
Facilities: 2 X 50m Heated outdoor pools
Notes: Also has Gym, cross country running tracks opposite, used by many professionals

Southport Swimming Pool
Ph: +61 7 5531 1446
Facilities: All Pools Outdoor, 50m, 25m, 33m Pools
Note: Pool subject to availability booking recommended

Bond University Sports Complex
University Drive
Robina QLD
Ph: +61 7 5595 4100
Facilities: 50m Olympic size Swimming Pool, Weights room, Spa & Sauna

Golden Door Spa and Health Club

73 Seaworld Drive
Main Beach QLD 4217
Ph: +61 7 5531 3626
Facilities: 25m Lap Pool, Gym, Spa

Nerang Swimming Pool
Martin Street, Nerang
Ph: +61 7 5578 1976
Facilities: 2 x 25m Heated Pools, all pools outdoor

OPEN WATER SWIM

Please visit the Gold Coast City Council website for Beach and Water Safety information

Lake Hugh Muntz
Rio Vista Blvd, Mermaid Waters,QLD

The Spit
Seaworld Drive
Main Beach, QLD
Note:  Only use the sheltered area to the north of Seaworld Resort, and avoid South Broadwater Parklands as lots of boats in the area.

CYCLE

Luke Harrop High Performance Cycle Circuit
Corner Morala Drive and Sports Drive, Runaway Bay, QLD

Gold Coast Cycle Centre
11 Hope Street, Nerang, QLD
Ph: +61 7 5581 1539
Facilities: Velodrome

OFF CIRCUIT CYCLE 

Please visit the Gold Coast City Council website for Cyclist Safety Information

South Main Beach to Coolangatta
Details:

• South along the East Coast
• Approx 30km
• Flat to undulating

Main Beach to “The Spit”
Details:

• North along the East Coast
• Approx 8km
• Flat

Main Beach to Paradise Point
Details:

• North through runaway bay
• Approx 11.5km
• Flat

Southport to Springbrook
Details:

• South West through Mudgeeraba & Neranwood
• Approx 41.6km
• Challenging Hills

“The V1”
Details:

• North West from Southport to Beenleigh
• Approx 35km (one way)
• On road all conditions

RUNNING

Gold Coast Athletics Track
Parklands Drive Southport QLD

OFF CIRCUIT RUNNING TRACKS

Main Beach to Burleigh Heads
Details:

• South along coast
• To Broadbeach = 7.2kms (one way)
• Burleigh Heads = 14.6km (one way)
• Along coast paths and roads

Main Beach to “The Spit”
Details:

• North along the East Coast
• Approx 8km
• Beach paths and tracks

Southport to Runaway Bay
Details:

• North along TWC09 run course (paths)
• Approx 7.2km (one way)
• Flat

Visitors entering Australia need a valid passport and the appropriate Visa. Arriving visitors need a passport, incoming passenger card and boarding pass.

The visa category to attend the ITU Triathlon World Championships is a Subclass 421 Sports Visa*. The link to all of the information is below:

www.immi.gov.au

This visa is designed for sportspeople to improve the quality of sport in Australia through participation in high-level competition and training with Australian residents. You may require sponsorship for this visa, depending on the purpose of your visit and your intended length of stay.

Generally sportspeople come to Australia to:

• compete in a specific event or series of events, such as competing in the Australian Tennis Open or PGA

• be involved in sport under an arrangement with a sporting club to play/coach/instruct for a season, such as playing soccer in the Hyundai A League competition.

Who is this visa for?

This visa is for professional and amateur sportspeople, judges and adjudicators who want to come to Australia to participate in their field of sport.

What does this visa let me do?

With this visa you can:

• participate in high-level competition or training in Australia
• compete against Australian residents
• stay in Australia for as long as your visa is valid
• bring eligible family members with you

*This information should be used as a guide only.  Please contact the relevant immigration department for further information.

Road Closures
To be confirmed…

Parking
Coming soon

The Official Bike Shop and Bike Mechanic of the Gold Coast ITU Triathlon World Championships, Shortis Cycle & Tri, is offering a bike assembly service for teams and individuals competing in the events this September. 

Assembly Fees: AUS$50 per bike to be paid on booking
Delivery Fees: AUS$ Enquire on booking
Bookings: All queries should be directed to:

Shortis Cycle & Tri
53 Wharf Street, Tweed Heads NSW 2485
info@shortis.com.au
www.shortis.com.au
+61 7 5599 3312

The friendly staff at Shortis Cycle & Tri are willing to work with individual competitors and teams to find the best option for the delivery and collection of assembled bikes.  Please call or email them to discuss which option best suits your needs.

Options might include:

• Deliver or send your bike to the Shortis Cycle & Tri shop in the week prior to the event.  Your assembled bike can then be collected from the shop in Tweed Heads or collected on site at Festival Village from Wednesday 9th September;
• Bring your bike with you to Festival Village from Wednesday 9th September and Shortis Cycle & Tri staff will assemble your bike on site;
• For teams or groups with multiple bikes requiring assembly, please speak with Shortis Cycle & Tri staff about collection and delivery from your team hotel.

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