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COMPETITOR BRIEFINGMAY 17-19, 2019

Welcome to the 2019 Straddie Salute Triathlon Festival! We are pleased that you can join us on North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) for a great weekend or an action-packed day trip. This year we’ve put together a range of island activities for you to consider and I encourage you to take the time to experience the best that Straddie has to offer including playing a round on the beautiful Straddie golf course, trying your skills at sandboarding, relaxing with yoga on Cylinder Beach or enjoying a delicious outdoor breakfast Quandamooka-style. Thanks to all of our fantastic event partners for sharing our passion for the Straddie Salute, in particular Sealink/Stradbroke Ferries (foundation partners), Tourism & Events Queensland, Redland City Council and the Straddie Chamber of Commerce all of whose support makes the event possible. Thanks also to the Quandamooka people for sharing their beautiful island home with us. We hope that you have a great time on Straddie. Please come and say hi!. Cheers Steve Guise Event Director

Yura! Welcome to Quandamooka Country, home to the Straddie Salute. Quandamooka, the waters and islands of central and southern Moreton Bay and the coastal land and streams between the Brisbane and Logan Rivers, gave life to Quandamooka People for more than 20,0000 years, from a time beyond memory.

The three clans which make up the people of Quandamooka, People of the sand and sea, are the Nughi of Mulgumpin (now also known as Moreton Island) and the Nunukul and Gorenpul.

As you walk, run, ride or swim this land and sea, we urge you to pay respects to Quandamooka Elders past and present. Acknowledge Budjong Djara, Mother Earth.

On your triathlon trail on Minjerribah (now also known as North Stradbroke Island) you will tread the sands on the Eastern Beach. Being sand, these dunes move with time, but the Nunukul and Gorenpul people had many meals here. The shells and bones left after meals were gathered carefully and placed on top of each other. Over millennia, the piles of carefully placed shells and bones in these eating places became middens.

There are middens in the dunes you’ll pass and on the headlands. The headland now known as Main Beach Headland was used often for meals and gatherings. It is a significant midden.

Aboriginal people mil binang (observe listen) to nature. When the merigimpah (sea eagle) soars high in the sky over the sea we watch and see if they dive for fish. When the paperbark tree blooms in full we know there will be an abundance of honey. When the hairy caterpillars travel in long lines across the land we know the mullet will be moving up the coast.

We urge you too to observe and listen to Budjong Djara. Enjoy Minjerribah and Quandamooka Country. We wish you all the best in the triathlon events of the weekend. May the great spirits grant you the strength of yalingbila (whale) and the agility of buwangan (dolphin).

Quandamooka YoolooburrabeeAboriginal Corporation

www.QYAC.com.au

[email protected]

07 3415 2816

100 East Coast Rd, Dunwich

QYAC manages the recognised native title rights of the Quandamooka People.

Through native title, a glad tomorrow.

Message from the Minister for Tourism Industry Development The Hon Kate Jones MP

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Minjerribah for the Straddie Salute Triathlon Festival - certainly one of the most picturesque locations to swim, ride and run.

The Queensland Government supports the Straddie Triathlon and other key events because of the $800 million they contribute to our economy. Regional events mean regional tourism jobs – which are only created because you and thousands of other people have turned up to explore.

Over a thousand visitors will descend on North Stradbroke Island for this festival which brings together a range of events for all ages and abilities with classic Straddie favourites like sandboarding, beach yoga and an outdoor breakfast to create a truly memorable island triathlon experience. It also offers the unique challenge of surf, sand, coastal trails, stairs and both sealed road and 4WD trail on which to race. I wish all participants the very best of luck in this rewarding event.

Congratulations to all those involved in organising the event and I encourage visitors to ensure they make the most of the island’s spectacular and unique tourism experiences while here.

The Hon Kate Jones MP Minister for Tourism Industry Development

Event Schedule FRIDAYMAY179.00am–5.00pm GolfDay(pre-bookorjustwalkup)@GolfClub,Dunwich1.00pm–4.00pm EarlyRegistration(optional)@PointLookoutOvalAnytimefrom5:00pm WelcomeDinner(+CelebrityQ&A)@BeachHotel

SATURDAYMAY186:30am–7:25am FunRunRegistration @PointLookoutOval6:30am–9:00am TriathlonRegistration @PointLookoutOval7:30am StraddieFunRun @PointLookoutOval9.10am BikeRackingcloses @PointLookoutOval9:15am SafetyBriefing @PointLookoutOval9.30am GarminStraddieKidz @PointLookoutOval10:30am StraddiePureTriathlon@HomeBeach10:40am StraddieSaluteTriathlon@HomeBeach3:00pm Prizegiving @BeachHotel4.00pmonwards Livemusic&afterparty @BeachHotel

SUNDAYMAY197.00–8.00am BeachYoga(free–justwalk-up)@CylinderBeach7.30–9.30am QuandamookaBreakfast(walk-up$)@PtLookoutHeadland9.00-3.00pm Sandboarding(pre-book) @KingfisherTours10.00–2.00pm BarefootBowls(walk-up$)@PtLookoutBowlsClub12.00–3:00pm SaluteFarewellLunch @BeachHotel

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Ferry Information This year we are likely to see the largest field of competitors ever travel to the Straddie Salute so it’s important that you arrange your travel plans. Some ferry crossings have already sold out. Stradbroke Ferries are kindly offering competitors a 20% discount on variable fares or a $110 Day trip special (until sold out) To take this up go to www.stradbrokeferries.com.au and use the below codes: • 20% Vehicle Ferry Discount Promo code = salute19

• $110 Day Trip Promo code = SALDAY19 N.B $110 Day Trip only for standard cars on Sat 5.30am & 7am ferries across and 4pm & 5pm return

The vehicle ferry takes 50 mins from Cleveland to Dunwich and allow another 15 mins to Race HQ at Point Lookout. Alternatively you can walk on the water taxi with your bike and catch the Saturday 6.25am, 7.25am or 8.25am bus to Point Lookout. Bus fares are $5 per person & $5 per bike. Some people choose to cycle the 18km from the ferry to the race start but we think they’re mad! (it’s quite hilly).

Accommodation As of 8/5/19 there is still accommodation available on the island at the following places:

• Allure Resort (SOLD OUT) • Stradbroke Beach Hotel (SOLD OUT) • Islander Resort (SOLD OUT) • Pandanus Palms Resort www.pandanuspalmsresortqld.com • Whalewatch Resort www.whalewatchresort.com.au • Dolphin Accommodation www.straddie.info (Holiday houses) • Discover Stradbroke www.accommodationstradbroke.com.au (Holiday houses) • Samarinda Resort www.samarinda.com.au • Anchorage Resort www.stradbrokeresorts.com.au • Straddie Camping www.straddiecamping.com.au (Powered campsites & beach camping • For more advice phone Stradbroke Holidays (07) 3821 0266

Registration

You can register at Point Lookout Oval on Friday 1pm to 4pm or Saturday from 6.30am to 7.25am (Fun Run) and 6.30am to 9.00am (Tri). At check-in you will receive the following race items plus your Complimentary Event Tee if you entered by Sunday 12 May 5pm. If you have purchased additional items they will be available for collection at the Merchandise marquee too. Straddie Fun Run

1. Run race plate (+ safety pins) StraddieKidz:

1. Run race plate (+ safety pins)

Straddie Salute & Straddie Pure: 1. Swim caps (must be worn) 2. Bike seat-post sticker 3. Run race plate (+ safety pins) 4. Timing anklet (to be dropped into box after you cross the Finish line)

Spot Prizes Please tear off the Number Tag at the bottom of your race plate and put it in one of the Spot Prize boxes at Registration so that you’re in the running for some great spot prizes at Prizegiving – including a bike! Bag Storage A free bag storage area will be available for all competitors. Please ensure that you bring a bag with a zip (not plastic bags) so that contents are not lost if they need to be moved.

S t r a d d i e S a l u t eGOLF DAY

A STRADDIE FESTIVAL OF GOLF EVENT

Friday 17th May 2019

2 Man Ambrose played in groups of 4 or 6 players

Open to all Straddie Salute competitors and visitors.

Casual players provided with a handicap for the event

First Tee off 8am - Last Tee off 3pm - Cards in by 5pm

Presentation of prizes at the Straddie Salute Prize Giving on Saturday Afternoon

Cost to nominate - $25 per player

Electric carts available - $30 for 2 players

Club Hire - $10

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onefreebeer

To Celebrate the Straddie Salute Weekend the Straddie Golf Club will provide a FREE beer to the first 250 Salute competitors who visit the Club between the 17th and the 20th of May with their competitor number.

Terms and conditions:•Offer limited to one drink per competitor.•Cannot be used in conjunction with other special offers or coupons.•Only available from Friday to Monday across the Straddie Salute Weekend.•Offer limited to the first 250 competitors.

Registration (cont.) Once you have checked in here’s a few things you need to do.. STRADDIE FUN RUN / WALK

– Attach race plate on front of shirt using safety pins STRADDIEKIDZ

– Attach race plate on front of shirt using safety pins – Attach cycle number sticker to seat-post on bike –  Place bike in position at Transition with your helmet

TRIATHLON - INDIVIDUALS

– Attach cycle number sticker to seat-post on bike –  Place bike in position at Transition with all riding gear – Attach race plate to race belt or to running top using safety pins –  Secure your timing anklet to your leg before the swim start

TRIATHLON - TEAMS

–  Team Cyclist: Attach cycle number sticker to seat-post on bike Place bike in position at Transition – Cyclist must be standing next to

his/her bike when swimmer exchanges timing anklet. –  Team Runner: Attach race plate to running top using safety pins - Runner must be

standing next to bike rack position when cyclist returns and exchange timing anklet.

–  Team Swimmer: Secure your timing anklet to your leg before the swim start

Start The start for the Garmin StraddieKidz duathlon will be at Point Lookout Oval. Garmin StraddieKidz Start: 10 – 12 year olds 9:30am

7 – 9 year olds 15 secs later

Course The course is the same for both Age Categories. Competitors will run one full lap of Point Lookout Oval (450m) before entering Transition, putting their helmet on and pushing bike out to the road. Helmets must be fastened before you leave Transition. At the Mount Line competitors will mount their bikes and complete one lap of a 2km out and back Cycle course. A full road closure will be in place for the duration of the Cycle leg. At the end of the Cycle leg competitors will need to slow down and dismount their bikes before pushing their bikes back to their same rack position and removing their helmet. Competitors will then run a short lap of Point Lookout Oval (350m) before finishing under the Finish Arch and receiving their Garmin Finishers Medal. The Champions (boys & girls) of each Age Category will also receive a prize at the 3pm prizegiving at the Beach Hotel. .

Garmin StraddieKidz

Swim leg The water temperature is expected to be close to 22 degrees so please come prepared for the possibility that wetsuits will not be permitted (>22 degrees). Triathlon Queensland will make the decision on the day. The Swim start for both triathlons will take place on the eastern end of Home Beach approximately 500 m from the Point Lookout Oval. Straddie Pure Start: Mens Wave A 10:30am

Mens Wave B 15 secs later Mens Mates Wave 15 secs later

Womens & Teams Wave 10.35am

Straddie Salute Start: Mens Wave 10:40am

Womens & Teams Wave 10.42am The swim leg is a 750m course. Competitors swim west towards the exit where they then run up the beach, along a short bush trail and across the Oval to Transition (250m). Point Lookout Surf Life-Saving Club will patrol the swim course for the duration of the swim until the last Swimmer has exited the water. The course will be marked using large red inflatable buoys (see below). Keep these buoys on your left for the entire swim.

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Straddie Salute & Pure - Run leg The run leg is without doubt the most challenging leg of the event – but also the most spectacular. It includes road, gravel, bush trails, stairs, boardwalk and two beach sections. The 8.5km run starts with an uphill sealed road section, follows a gravel road down to Main Beach where you turn left to the Point Lookout Surf Club to link with some scenic trails. During the beach sections we suggest that you find the hard pack sand along the waters edge (or a bit higher up). Low tide is at 8.55am this year which is good news for our triathletes as the water will be receding throughout the event. WATER & AID STATIONS: Our friends at SOS Rehydrate are providing 4 water stations on course this year (at 3km, 4km , 5.5km & 7km) plus one at Event Base. Aid Stations will be at 5km & at Event Base. COURSE MARKING: Traffic Cones will be used to mark the route in public areas and on beaches. We will have event staff throughout the course but you will still need to pay attention to follow the cones and arrows as the path may not always be obvious. N.B If the course needs to be altered due to conditions on the day any changes will be communicated in the Safety Briefing. IMPORTANT:

–  All competitors MUST STAY ON THE MARKED COURSE AT ALL TIMES. If you are experiencing difficulties and require assistance, please notify one of the event marshals who will accompany you to the nearest evacuation point.

–  The run course will be marshaled but is not closed to the general public and therefore you

may encounter walkers, fishermen, beachgoers, tourists, animals etc. Please be respectful of all other trail users at all times.

FINISH LINE Once you’ve cross the line drop your timing anklet in the box and head straight for the Recovery Area where we’ll have SOS Rehydrate drinks, cold water and fresh fruit available.

Triathlon (cont.)

Turn-a-round

Transition Bike Merge

The Straddie Pure cycle leg is a 20km out and back road cycle. The turn-around point is located at the end of Beehive Rd at the bottom of a steep hill. Please SLOW DOWN and follow the directions of the marshals and traffic controllers to safely complete your turn. Please also stay aware of Straddie Salute cyclists who will be turning into the 4WD section at this point and then again at the BIKE MERGE point shown on the map below.

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POINT LOOKOUT

Straddie Pure - Cycle Course

Triathlon (cont.)

Transition

Start of off-road section

Bike Merge

The Straddie Salute cycle leg is an 18 km course with a combination of sealed road (13km) and 4WD dirt trail (5km) which includes a short section of sand and some mud. The start of the 4WD section is at the end of Beehive Rd at the bottom of a steep hill. Please SLOW DOWN and follow the directions of the marshals and traffic controllers to safely exit the sealed road. Please also stay aware of Straddie Pure cyclists who will be conducting a U Turn at this point and then again at the BIKE MERGE point shown on the map below.

AMITY

POINT LOOKOUT

Straddie Salute - Cycle Course

Triathlon (cont.)

Straddie Salute & Pure - Run leg The run leg is without doubt the most challenging leg of the event – but also the most spectacular. It includes road, gravel, bush trails, stairs, boardwalk and two beach sections. The 8.5km run starts with an uphill sealed road section, follows a gravel road down to Main Beach where you turn left to the Point Lookout Surf Club to link with some scenic trails. During the beach sections we suggest that you find the hard pack sand along the waters edge (or a bit higher up). Low tide is at 8.55am this year which is good news for our triathletes as the water will be receding throughout the event. WATER & AID STATIONS: Our friends at SOS Rehydrate are providing 4 water stations on course this year (at 3km, 4km , 5.5km & 7km) plus one at Event Base. Aid Stations will be at 5km & at Event Base. COURSE MARKING: Traffic Cones will be used to mark the route in public areas and on beaches. We will have event staff throughout the course but you will still need to pay attention to follow the cones and arrows as the path may not always be obvious. IMPORTANT:


–  The run course will be marshaled but is not closed to the general public and therefore you

may encounter walkers, fishermen, beachgoers, tourists, animals etc. Please be respectful of all other trail users at all times.

FINISH LINE Once you’ve cross the line drop your timing anklet in the box and head straight for the Recovery Area where we’ll have SOS Rehydrate drinks, cold water and fresh fruit available.

Triathlon (cont.)

Water Stations Aid Stations

Run Course

(New)

Triathlon (cont.)

The Straddie Fun Run will start at 7.30am starting at the Event Base. The course is the same course as the Straddie Salute and Straddie Pure run leg. Please refer to the Triathlon Information for the Run Leg details.. WATER & AID STATIONS: Our friends at SOS Rehydrate are providing 4 water stations on course this year (at 3km, 4km , 5.5km & 7km) plus one at Event Base. Aid Stations will be at 5km & at Event Base. COURSE MARKING: Traffic Cones will be used to mark the route in public areas and on beaches. We will have event staff throughout the course but you will still need to pay attention to follow the cones and arrows as the path may not always be obvious. IMPORTANT:


–  The run course will be marshaled but is not closed to the general public and therefore you may encounter walkers, fishermen, beachgoers, tourists, animals etc . Please be respectful of all other trail users at all times.

Once you’ve crossed the line head straight for the Recovery Area where we’ll have SOS Rehydrate drinks, cold water and fresh fruit available. Please stay and cheer on the StraddieKidz, Straddie Pure and Straddie Salute competitors who will be starting after you finish. You will also be in the running for spot prizes at the 3pm Prizegiving at the Beach Hotel (if you place your tear-off tag in the boxes at registration) so we would love to see you there!

RACE RED ZONE

Straddie Fun Run (& walk)

Election Day Voting Don’t stress, there’s a Polling Booth directly opposite Race HQ at the Point Lookout Bowls Club which is open on Saturday from 8am to 6pm. There’s also a polling booth at Dunwich if you are driving back and have forgotten to vote. We suggest that you consider casting an early vote at a nominated pre-polling booth such as the Cleveland Prepoll Centre which is located at Shop 1, 137 Bloomfield Street, Cleveland – 5 mins from the ferry terminal. N.B Prepoll is the only option for Interstate visitors

Event Parking Event Parking is available opposite Point Lookout Oval at the Bowls Club. Please park inside this area and not on the roadside around the Event Base.

Toilets Public toilets & portaloos are provided but not as many as for some mainland events. Please plan ahead!

Cash We suggest that you bring some cash with you to Event Base for the following: • Food & Coffee • Merchandise – Tees ($20), Race Singlets ($30) & Caps ($10) + Salming & ZeroAthletic specials! • Massages – Professional sports masseuses/masseurs will be on site for pre & post race rubs

Club Tents Tri Clubs will be provided with a position at Event Base to put up their marquees on a first-in basis from Friday 12pm. Marquees are the responsibility of the clubs and must be weighted down.

Bike Collection Transition will open for Bike Collection from 1.30pm on presentation of your Race Plate. Early bike check-out is from 1pm and will be by pre-arrangement with the Event Director only.

Other Important Stuff

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Island Activities It’s not too late to factor these experiences in your plans and make it a weekend to remember! Straddie Salute Golf Tournament (Friday, Straddie Golf Club, Dunwich) • Tee off any time from 8am to 3pm and play 9 or 18 holes. Enquire here or just walk up. Prizes on offer!

Beach Yoga (Sunday 7am, Cylinder Beach) • Free for all competitors and supporters - with Kath Ford from Samadhi Yoga & Health (just turn up) Sandboarding (Sunday from 8am, Kingfisher Tours) • Contact Dave here to book a time (Adults $35 Kids $30) Quandamooka Outdoor Breakfast (Sunday 7.30am to 9.30am) • Meet at Pt Lookout Headland to enjoy a traditional breakfast cooked with native ingredients (walk up & purchase)

Barefoot Bowls (Pt Lookout Bowls Club, Sunday from 10am) • Meet at Pt Lookout Bowls Club for a $20 Bowls & Burger lunch special ($15 for kids) . Book ahead to guarantee your spot or walk up and wait.

On your way home the Island Fruit Barn Café at Dunwich is one of Straddie’s best kept secrets. It’s on the main road on your left just as you enter Dunwich (16 Bingle St) and serves some great café food – great spot to stop before you catch the ferry!

Wet Weather If we need to make any changes to events over the course of the weekend updates will be posted on Facebook, Instagram @straddiesalutetri and Twitter @Straddietri Please don’t assume anything is cancelled if the forecast isn’t good because conditions often change quickly for the better.

More Important Stuff

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http://www.straddiekingfishertours.com.au/sand-boarding.html

And lastly.. Race Results will be posted on the website on Saturday May 18 and photos will be available within a few days of the event. You will be able to contact Josh from www.joshandannaphotography.com directly via the link provided to order hi-res images. We will also send you a survey after the event and we would love to hear your feedback. We really hope that you enjoy your time on North Stradbroke Island and that you take the time to experience the activities on offer and the beauty of the Redlands Coast region. If you have any questions please drop us a line at [email protected] or stay up to date via Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. See you soon! Steve & Shannon Guise Icon Events

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