Gold Coast Outrigger Canoe Club And Tweed Coast

Gold Coast Outrigger Canoe Club and
Tweed Coast Outriggers
are proud to host
2016 National Change Over
Championships
Categories include Senior & Junior OC6
OC1, 0C2, V1 & V3
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th June 2016
The Gold Coast…
From one of the most popular beachfronts in the world to some of the laziest secluded
coves, nowhere is the variety of Australia’s iconic beach culture celebrated like it is on
the Gold Coast. The city boasts 42 golden beaches each with their own personality. Each
is pristine, perfect in its own way, with a natural energy to revitalise the senses.
Deservedly known around the world for crystal clear waters, 300 days of sunshine each
year and guaranteed waves, the Gold Coast’s 57km of sun-drenched beaches are the
perfect playground to swim, snorkel, surf or simply splash.
Beaches on the Gold Coast provide a very welcoming, village feel. Whether immersed in
the action of lively Surfers Paradise, lazy secluded coves in Tallebudgera or at laid-back
Burleigh, each beach is pristine, perfect in its own way.
Wide expanses of sand are ideal for walking, while the more secluded enclaves feature
an exclusively intimate, private feel.
What many people don’t know about the Gold Coast is that it has nine times more
waterways than Venice with over 260 kilometres of navigable waterways within the City.
The Gold Coast is home to a spectacular network of waterways which are made up of
five main rivers, numerous creeks, lakes, canals and the magnificent Broadwater,
culminating to create a haven of fun-filled pursuits.
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Program of Events
Friday 24th June 2016
Date / Approx.
Time
Details
Location
Friday 24th June
6pm
Safety Boat & Support Boat Briefing & Sign in
Mandatory for all boat drivers in Saturdays race
Friday 24th June
5pm – 7pm
Paddler Registration
As this is a national titles event all paddlers are
required to sign in with photo ID
Under the Gold Coast
Tent at the Aquatic
Centre
Under the Gold Coast
Tent at the Aquatic
Centre
Saturday 25th June 2016
OC6 42KM NATIONAL CHANGEOVER CHAMPIONSHIPS
Mens/Womens/Mixed
Open/Master/Senior Master /Golden Master/Platinum
Saturday 25th
June 7am – 9am
Saturday 25th
June 9:00 am
9:30 am
10 am
1:00pm – 3:00pm
3:30pm
Paddler/Crew Registration
As this is a national titles event all paddlers are
required to sign in individually with photo ID + crew
sign in by steerer
Race Briefing
Compulsory for steerers
Canoe Scrutineering
Race Start
Crews Complete the race
Safety Boat & Support Boat Briefing & Sign in
Mandatory for all boat drivers in Sundays race
6pm
Prize Presentations & After Party
Kingscliff
Kingscliff
Kingscliff
Kingscliff
Under the Gold Coast
Tent at the Aquatic
Centre
TBC
Sunday 26th June 2016
OC1/OC2/V1/V3 32KM NATIONAL CHANGEOVER CHAMPIONSHIPS
OC6 32KM IRON (NON-CHAMPIONSHIP EVENT)
Mens/Womens/Mixed
Open/Master/Senior Master /Golden Master
OC6 32KM JUNIOR NATIONAL CHANGEOVER CHAMPIONSHIPS
Mixed 19U
Sunday 26th June
7am – 9am
Sunday 26th June
9:00 am
9:30 am
10 am
1:00pm – 3:00pm
4pm
Paddler/Crew Registration
As this is a national titles event all paddlers are
required to sign in individually with photo ID +
crew sign in by steerer
Race Briefing
Compulsory for all competitors
Canoe Scrutineering
Race Start
Crews Complete the race
Prize Presentations
Coolangatta
Coolangatta
Coolangatta
Coolangatta
Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
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Maps
Saturday 25th June
OC6 42km National Change Over Championships
Start: Kingscliff Beach (Faulks Park, Marine Parade, Kingscliff)
Finish: Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport (Gold Coast Aquatic Centre)
Note: Course may be reversed (Southport to Kingscliff) at Race Directors discretion based on weather conditions.
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Sunday 26th June
32km National Junior OC6 Change Over and
32km OC1, OC2, V1, V3 National Changeover Championships and
32 km OC6 Iron
Start: Greenmount Beach, Marine Parade, Coolangatta
Finish: Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport (Gold Coast Aquatic Centre)
Note: Course may be reversed (Southport to Kingscliff) at Race Directors discretion based on weather conditions.
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Alternate Courses for Saturday 25th June and Sunday 26th June
Note: Course may be altered at Race Directors discretion based on weather conditions.
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Race Information:
Nominations
Close Friday 10th June
Late Registrations:
Late registrations after advertised cut off day incur a $50 late fee per paddler. RACE
DIRECTOR has the discretion to disallow late registrations if he or she has concerns
about the paddler/support boat ratio.
Online Entries
All competitors must register online at www.aocra.com.au before 10th June. It is not
possible to register on the day. Paddlers must sign-in to confirm their registration and
canoe number for each race.
If you are having trouble with the online registration through AOCRA please email
support@aocra.com.au.
Race Fees:
EVENT
FEE’S
OC1
$75 per person (team of 2)
OC2
$75 per person (team of 4)
V1
$75 per person (team of 2)
V3
$50 per person (team of 6)
OC6 Iron
$50 per person (team of 6)
OC6 Senior Change (Women/Mixed)
$50 per person (team of 10)
OC6 Senior Change (Men)
$50 per person (team of 9)
OC6 Junior Change (Mixed)
$50 per person (team of 10)
Cancellation Policy
In the very unlikely event of a total abandonment Gold Coast OCC and Tweed Coast Outriggers will not be in a
position to refund race fees.
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Finish Location / Friday night
registrations / Support Boat & Safety
Boat Briefings
Gold Coast Broadwater Parklands
Marine Parade, Southport.
(behind the Aquatic Centre)
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Drop Zone & Parking:
OC6 Trailer Parking
Trailer parking will be at the new Southport boat ramp (due to open in January 2016)
adjacent to the Smith Street turnoff on Marine Parade, Southport. (500m North of the
Finish line at Broadwater Parklands).
Note: No trailer parking is available at Kingscliff or Coolangatta (start locations).
Further information will be available closer to the event.
Vehicle Parking
Broadwater Parklands
Best Location. Will be very busy – get in early.
$2.00 per hour Monday to Saturday 9am-7pm
$2.00 per hour Sunday 9am-5pm
Carey Park
Best Value – only a short 10min walk.
$1.60 per hour Monday to Saturday 9am-7pm
- 7pm
$1.60 per hour Sunday 9am - 5pm
$5.00 per day Monday to Saturday 9am
Marine Parade
$1.70 per hour Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm Free on Sundays
Australia Fair
First 3 Hours Free
Broadwater Parklands has
plenty of parking, but it costs $2/hr
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Accommodation:
The following options are located within walking distance of the finish line:

The Meriton – Southport www.mertionapartments.com.au PH 07 5519 0400

Crystal Bay Resort – Southport 07 5561 2200

Habourside Resort – Southport 07 5591 6666
 Brighton on Broadwater Shores – Southport 07 5503 0841
 Gold Coast Tourist Parks Broadwater – Southport 07 5667 2730
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Safety
All paddlers must sign-in at the registration tent prior to the event. Photo ID will be
required. Canoe/craft numbers for each race will be required.
 OC1/OC2/V1 Leg ropes (one per canoe)
 PFDs (one per paddler) mandatory all craft
 All craft (oc1/oc2/v1/v3/oc6) are required to carry a spare blade
 Tow rope is mandatory on V3 and OC6
 V1/V3/OC6 mandatory to carry bailers
In accordance with MSQ’s Aquatic Permit, there is a Safety Management Plan for all
volunteers and support boats. Please email Helen office@oceaniamarine.com for a copy,
or if you have any support boats coming with you.
National Title Rulings
This event will be run in accordance with the AOCRA National regatta rules as detailed on
www.aocra.com.au updated January 2015.
With regards to the current AOCRA ruling C.1.2 Number of entries to constitute an event
the following will replace the current ruling for this event:
 A minimum of 2 crews must be nominated in an event for national medals to be
awarded.
 National title status and medals will be awarded where there are 2 or more teams
competing in a given category.
Clarification of Mixed Crew rulings for this event:
 V3 – maximum of 3 men per team. 1 female paddler in the canoe at all times.
 OC2 –maximum of 2 men per team. 1 female paddler on the craft at all times.
Clarification Junior OC6 Changeover:
 Eligible age - must be between the ages of 16 (turning 16 in the calendar year of the
event) and under 19 (turning 19 in the calendar year of the event)
 Mixed crew with a maximum of 10 paddlers.
 Maximum of 5 males per team.
 Maximum of 3 male paddlers in the canoe at any one time.
 Parent permission form must be completed and submitted at time of registration for
all 16 under juniors paddlers (must be signed by club coach)
 It is mandatory for every junior crew to have a team Manager/Coach (current AOCRA
member) who will be required to sign in at registration and be present on support
boat.
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First Aid
There will be a designated first aid officer available at the registration area for the
duration of the weekend, and some support boats.
Refreshments
Food and beverage tent will be available at the finish line.
Contact Information:
Race Director
0429 093 662
Leigh Paine
familypaine@bigpond.com
GCOCC Club President
Helen James
0405 490 285
office@oceaniamarine.com
TCO Club President
Ken McAllum
0400 410 500
kenmcallum@bigpond.com
GCOCC Club Secretary
Tonia Cruz
0411 411 611
GCOCC_secretary@outlook.com
TCO Club Secretary
Karen Jennings
0429 111 202
karenjenningz@gmail.com
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