2018 STATE CHAMPS16 -18 MARCH | MAROOCHYDORE

SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND

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2018 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND

KTMKATE, TIM & MARTYDrive home with

Weekdays from 5pm

2018 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

Welcome to the Sunshine Coast, one of the traditional

homes of surf lifesaving, for what I’m sure will be an

outstanding Queensland Championships for 2018.

This is one of our major events for our region this year as

thousands of competitors and spectators from around the state

– from Rainbow Bay to Port Douglas - join us for the juniors,

youth, opens and masters competitions, headquartered at two

of Australia’s premier beachside locations, Maroochydore and

Alexandra Headland.

Across 350 events and six days, we look forward to

witnessing inspirational efforts in the water and on the sand,

and admiring your tenacity, teamwork, sportsmanship and

dedication.

We are very proud of our community-focused Sunshine

Coast surf lifesaving clubs and their volunteer members who

are on our beaches protecting our residents and holidaymakers

each year.

If you’ve been a visitor to our region previously, I’m sure you

will be impressed by the great progress our healthy, smart,

creative Sunshine Coast has made in recent times.

Our new greenfield CBD is coming out of the ground in

Maroochydore, the Sunshine Coast University Hospital is open

at Kawana, the award-winning Sunshine Coast Solar Farm

is now delivering power into the electricity grid and work is

underway on our Sunshine Coast Airport expansion.

To all competitors, I wish you the very best of luck in

whichever events you have elected to contest.

And thank-you and congratulations to Surf Life Saving

Queensland, their partners, sponsors and volunteers for

helping to turn on such a wonderful event each year.

I look forward to watching the action.

Welcome to the 2018 Queensland Surf Life Saving

Championships on the Sunshine Coast.

Over the next three days, some of the fittest and fastest surf

lifesavers from all over Queensland will dive into competition to

test their skills on the beach and in the ocean.

The championships will see more than 1,600 competitors

aged from under 17 to over 80 line up in a range of events

including surf boats, beach sprints, march past, skis, boards,

irons, and plenty more.

It’s wonderful to see so many surf lifesavers proudly flying

their club colours and representing this great movement of

ours with such pride and passion.

We can often get caught up in the excitement and drama of

competitions like this but, at the end of the day, it’s important

to remember that every race is designed to test the skills that

our surf lifesavers regularly use to patrol Queensland beaches

and keep swimmers safe.

Reading the surf and getting out past the break as quickly

as possible might win a gold medal this weekend but, more

importantly, that same skillset could help save a life in different

circumstances.

It’s great to be holding our championships on the Sunshine

Coast for the first time since 2015, and I wish to thank the

Sunshine Coast Regional Council along with all of our event

sponsors for their outstanding support leading into the

weekend.

Good luck to all clubs and competitors in action across

the weekend, and a big thank you to the volunteers, officials,

and staff who dedicate so much time and energy into making

events like this possible.

WELCOME

Mark Fife OAM

President SLSQ Mark Jamieson

Sunshine Coast Mayor

Photos by Harvie Allison Photography t. 0417 285 133w. harvpix.com

Surf Life Saving Queensland would like to proudly acknowledge and thank the Queensland Government – Department of National Parks, Recreation, Sport and Racing for their ongoing support of the delivery and development of surf sports within our association.

Through committed funding support, Surf Life Saving Queensland continues to create sporting opportunities to enhance grassroot participation, talent identification, participation pathways, athlete development, mentoring programs and club engagement through structured statewide programs, activities and events.

SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND

YET ANOTHER WAY WE HELP SAVE YOU

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2018 STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS

YET ANOTHER WAY WE HELP SAVE YOU

Australia is famous for its beach holidays. As the leading Australian-based hotel and resort operator, Mantra Hotels is proud to support Surf Live Saving Queensland in keeping people safe on our beaches. So enjoy each and every day you have on the beach, but always remember to swim between the flags.

Call 1300 987 603 or visit MANTRAHOTELS.COM

Best available rates when you use promo code SLSQ

10%*off

*Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. Valid until 30 April 2020. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Block out dates apply.

EVENT SCHEDULEPlease note: Events and locations may be subject to change.

FRIDAY 16 MARCH

ARENA 1 1KM RUN (M/F) 2KM RUN (M/F)

U17 Board Rescue

U19 Rescue Tube Rescue

Open Rescue Tube Rescue

Open Belt Race

U19 Belt Race

U17 Belt Race

Open Double Ski

Open Mixed Double Ski

U19 Double Ski

60-70+ 35-59OPENU19U17

SATURDAY 17 MARCH

AREA 1 / AREA 2 (M) AREA 3 / AREA 4 (F) BOATS SPRINTS

Open/U19/U17 Ski Relay

U17/Open/U19 Board Relay

Open/U19/U17 Ironman

Lifesaver Relay

Open/U17/U19 Single Ski

Open/U17/U19 Board Race

U19/U17/Open Taplin Relay

U17/Open/U19 Single Ski

U17/Open/U19 Ski Relay

U17/Open/U19 Board Relay

U17/Open/U19 Ironwoman

Open/U19/U17 Board Race

Open/U17/U19 Surf Race

Open/U19/U17 Surf Teams

U19/U17/Open Taplin Relay

Lifesaver Relay

Reserve Men

Surfboat Relay

Masters

Masters (oldest-youngest)

Open

U17

U19

RELAYS FLAGS

U19

Open

U17

140+, 170+, 200+, 230+

Masters (oldest-youngest)

U17

U19

Open

SUNDAY 18 MARCH

AREA 1 / AREA 2 AREA 1 / AREA 2 AREA 3 / AREA 4 BOATS

LIEFSAVER RELAY

U17/U19/Open Surf Race

Restriced Surf Race

U17/U19/Open Surf Teams

Open/U19 Board Rescue

OPEN BOARD RESCUE (M)

Open Board Race

U19/Open Ironwoman

March Past

March Past Marshalling prior to Final

Package

Open/U17/U19 Single Ski

OPEN SINGLE SKI (M/F)

OPEN SURF RACE (M/F)

U19 Board Race

OPEN BOARD RACE (M/F)

U19 Ironwoman

OPEN IRONWOMAN

OPEN IRONMAN

OPEN TAPLIN RELAY (M/F)

Open/U19 Board Rescue

OPEN BOARD RESCUE (F)

U17 Ironman/Ironwoman

U17 Surf Race

U17 Board Race

U17 Ironman/Ironwoman

U17/U19 Taplin Relay

LIFESAVER RELAY

Reserve

U19

23

OPEN (M/F)

R&R

Order will be determined on the day

U17 5 Person

U19 5 Person

U23 5 Person

Open Female 5 Person

Open Male 5 Person

Open Mixed 5 Person

Open 6 Person

7.45am – Marshalling 8.00am – Start 11.00am – Ski Events Marshalling 3.00pm – Beach Marshalling 3.30pm – Beach Events

7.45am – Marshalling 8.00am – Lifesaver Relay / Water Events / Surf Boats / Beach Events

7.30am – Lifesaver Relay Marshalling 8.15am – Lifesaver Relay 8.00am – Water Events / Surf Boats 8.45am – R&R

SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND

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SURF LIFE SAVING QUEENSLAND

COME TO LIFEON QUEENSLAND’SSUNSHINE COAST

Things to do aroundALEXANDRA HEADLANDAND MAROOCHYDORE

After darkThe Sunshine Coast is home to a wide variety of sporting, music and cultural events that all show off the region’s diversity. With markets and music festivals on all year round, and an abundance of artistic community events that bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. From day time through to when the sun goes down, see what else is on offer in the region by visiting ourWhat’s On page.

Natural highlights The Sunshine Coast is a haven for natural wonders and outdoor adventure. Just a short drive away, lie secret gems amongst the hustle and bustle of the seaside towns. Mount Coolum provides spectacular views from above, while the Pumicestone Passage in Caloundra can be explored laterally. The Sunshine Coast Hinterland, home to the Glass House Mountains, has undulating hills and waterfalls that are ready to be explored on day trips.

Salty skinSunshine Coast beaches are quite simply some of the best in the world, rimmed with wide stretches of clean white sand and a choice of gnarly surf. From the refreshing waves of Kawana’s beaches to the spectacular coastal walks between Mooloolaba Beach and Alexandra Headland, you’ll be taken on a sparkling beach trail unlike any other.

Taste of the regionThe Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s favourite taste destinations with a variety of producers, waterfront restaurants, wineries, food festivals, cooking schools, and farmers markets. Maroochydore’s Ocean Street is a local hot spot lined with live music venues, funky bars and eateries that offer delicacies celebrating the region’s local fresh produce.

Exciting experiences The fun continues as the Sunshine Coast offers bucket list experiences to tick off. With animal encounters, art trails and thrill-seeking activities, there’ll be something to please everyone. Explore the open ocean on jet skis or come eye-to-eye with Australia’s native wildlife on a laid back river cruise on the Maroochydore River.

Best brewsThe future is looking bubbly for the ever growing number of craft micro breweries in the region, all weaving their unique passion and flavours of the Sunshine Coast into their brews. Tucked away in Eumundi are various restaurants championing innovative beers and cocktails, it’s clear the region is a leader in reshaping traditional beverages.

#visitsunshinecoastvisitsunshinecoast.com

COME TO LIFEON QUEENSLAND’SSUNSHINE COAST

Things to do aroundALEXANDRA HEADLANDAND MAROOCHYDORE

After darkThe Sunshine Coast is home to a wide variety of sporting, music and cultural events that all show off the region’s diversity. With markets and music festivals on all year round, and an abundance of artistic community events that bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get involved in. From day time through to when the sun goes down, see what else is on offer in the region by visiting ourWhat’s On page.

Natural highlights The Sunshine Coast is a haven for natural wonders and outdoor adventure. Just a short drive away, lie secret gems amongst the hustle and bustle of the seaside towns. Mount Coolum provides spectacular views from above, while the Pumicestone Passage in Caloundra can be explored laterally. The Sunshine Coast Hinterland, home to the Glass House Mountains, has undulating hills and waterfalls that are ready to be explored on day trips.

Salty skinSunshine Coast beaches are quite simply some of the best in the world, rimmed with wide stretches of clean white sand and a choice of gnarly surf. From the refreshing waves of Kawana’s beaches to the spectacular coastal walks between Mooloolaba Beach and Alexandra Headland, you’ll be taken on a sparkling beach trail unlike any other.

Taste of the regionThe Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s favourite taste destinations with a variety of producers, waterfront restaurants, wineries, food festivals, cooking schools, and farmers markets. Maroochydore’s Ocean Street is a local hot spot lined with live music venues, funky bars and eateries that offer delicacies celebrating the region’s local fresh produce.

Exciting experiences The fun continues as the Sunshine Coast offers bucket list experiences to tick off. With animal encounters, art trails and thrill-seeking activities, there’ll be something to please everyone. Explore the open ocean on jet skis or come eye-to-eye with Australia’s native wildlife on a laid back river cruise on the Maroochydore River.

Best brewsThe future is looking bubbly for the ever growing number of craft micro breweries in the region, all weaving their unique passion and flavours of the Sunshine Coast into their brews. Tucked away in Eumundi are various restaurants championing innovative beers and cocktails, it’s clear the region is a leader in reshaping traditional beverages.

#visitsunshinecoastvisitsunshinecoast.com

Agnes Water Alexandra Headland

Arcadian Ayr Bilinga Bowen Bribie Island

Broadbeach Bundaberg Burleigh HeadsMowbray Park

Cairns Coochiemudlo Island

Coolangatta

Coolum Beach

Currumbin Dicky Beach Eimeo Elliott Heads Emu Park Etty Bay

Forrest Beach Kurrawa Mackay

Ellis Beach

Hervey Bay Kawana Waters Kirra Marcoola

Maroochydore Mission Beach

MooloolabaMermaid Beach MetropolitanCaloundra

Miami Beach Moore Park

Mudjimba Nobbys Beach Noosa Heads North BarrierBranch

North Burleigh North Kirra Northcliffe

PacificNorth QueenslandBranch

TownsvillePicnic Bay

Point Lookout Port Douglas Rainbow Bay Rainbow BeachPalm Beach

Sarina Southport Sunshine Beach Surfers Paradise Tallebudgera Tannum SandsRedcliffePeninsula

Tweed Heads & Coolangatta

YeppoonTugun

Thanks to our State Championship Partners

Destination Partners

Media Partners

National Partners

Government Partner

Event Partners