22-25 NOVEMBER 2019 #HamiltonIsland #pushyourselfinparadise #racehardrecoverharder

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 2019 Hamilton Island Triathlon and Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim.

Whether you are here to take on the Triathlon, compete in the iconic Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim or to support the participating athletes – I thank you for joining us on Hamilton Island.

Over the course of the weekend, you can expect to push yourself in paradise in one of Australia’s most pristine locations. This year marks the 11th anniversary of the Triathlon and Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim and I have been proud to watch them evolve into two of the most anticipated endurance events in Australia. Despite its awe-inspiring scenery, this exceptional course has developed a reputation for seriously challenging competitors,

attracting participants from all around Australia and the world.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our sponsors, Tourism and Events Queensland, Powerade, Maui Jim, Espresso di Manfredi, Wild Oats, ZIPP, SRAM, Corry Cycles, Cruise Whitsundays and AVPartners for their support and contribution to the event.

I wish the athletes the best of luck and hope that while you are with us you are able to take some time out from the competition to enjoy all that Hamilton Island has to offer.

Glenn Bourke Chief Executive Officer, Hamilton Island

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the heart of the Great Barrier Reef for the Hamilton Island Triathlon and Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim.

Two of four events that make up the Hamilton Island Endurance Series, the unique sprint-distance triathlon and 2km ocean swim are some of the most scenic you could hope to compete in.

The challenging landscape of the island – most of which is preserved tropical rainforest – will provide a rewarding triathlon course, with the spectacular views of surrounding islands and the sparkling Coral Sea a tempting distraction from the race. The ride, which encompasses the airport runway, is a truly unique experience. The Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim is a chance for competitors of all ages to challenge themselves across two swim distances in a breathtaking setting.

The Queensland Government is proud to support the Hamilton Island Triathlon through Tourism and Events Queensland’s Destination Events Program because it

brings visitors to the region and supports local jobs. The event is part of the state’s It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar which will generate $800 million for Queensland’s economy in 2019.

Congratulations to the Hamilton Island team, volunteers, and all those who are involved in delivering these events, and best of luck to all competitors.

Visitors to the Whitsundays for the event should make sure they allow time to explore the many diverse and iconic tourism experiences of the region while here, from the beauty of the island itself, to the fringing coral reefs or outer Great Barrier Reef and the many other tourism experiences just a short boat ride away on the Whitsunday Coast.

Kate Jones Minister for Tourism Industry Development

WELCOME

HAMILTON ISLAND TRIATHLON EVENT DETAILS

FRIDAY 22 NOVEMBER9.00am - 6.00pm Corry Cycles Bike Servicing, Outrigger $20 to unpack and assemble, $20 to pack in bag or box or $35 for both. Services are available free, parts additional.3.00pm - 6.00pm Expo and Triathlon Race Kit Collection, Outrigger

It is compulsory for all triathletes to register and collect your race kit4.00pm - 4.45pm Swim with the Stars - meet at the triathlon swim start on Catseye Beach5.00pm - 5.45pm Triathlon Briefing, Cycle Clinic and Course Orientation, Endeavour Room

All triathletes must attend5.45pm - 6.30pm Transition Open, Orientation and Bike check-in, Frangipani Park

All bikes must be racked within this time5.30pm - 8.30pm Eat like a Pro, Pool Terrace Restaurant - carb up specials available to purchase

SATURDAY 23 NOVEMBER5.00am - 6.00am Transition Open, Frangipani Park5.00am Coffee and snacks available for purchase, Outrigger6.15am Race Starts, WAVE 1 - Females6.17am Race Starts, WAVE 2 - Teams 6.19am Race Starts, WAVE 3 - Males 8.00am - 4.00pm Expo Open, Outrigger - visit the Spa wumurdaylin massage tent for a complimentary massage 10.00am - 1.00pm Wild Oats Rosé Bar - present your race bib to enjoy a glass of Wild Oats Rosé Wine11.30am - 12.00pm Q&A with the Stars, Outrigger12.00pm - 1.00pm Triathlon Presentations, Outrigger - lunch available to purchase from 11.00am5.30pm - 6.30pm Sunset Yin Yoga, Keel Deck, Hamilton Island Yacht Club

MONDAY 25 NOVEMBER6.00am - 8.30am Dent Yoga, meet at the island links jetty at 6.00am for a 6.15am departure $35 per person, call 07 4946 8305 to book

6.30am - 8.00am Trail Recovery Run - meet at the Sports Club, 7km and 12km options are availabe

JUNIOR HAMILTON ISLAND TRIATHLON EVENT DETAILS

SATURDAY 23 NOVEMBER

1.00pm - 4.00pm Junior Triathlon Race Kit Collection, Outrigger

3.30pm - 4.30pm Kids Confidence Clinic, Bougainvillea Pool - Bring swimmers, goggles, runners, bike and helmet

SUNDAY 24 NOVEMBER6.30am Junior Triathlon Race Briefing, Bougainvillea Pool

There will be no presentations for this event. All juniors will receive a race kit and finishers medal.7.00am Race Starts, 250m swim / 5km bike / 2km run

7.30am Race Starts, 50m swim / 1km bike / 500m run

7.45am Race Starts, 150m swim / 3km bike / 1km run

WHITEHAVEN BEACH OCEAN SWIM EVENT DETAILS

FRIDAY 22 NOVEMBER

4.00pm - 4.45pm Swim with the Stars Meet at the triathlon swim start on Catseye Beach

5.30pm - 8.30pm Eat like a Pro, Pool Terrace Restaurant Carb up specials available to purchase

SATURDAY 23 NOVEMBER

1.00pm - 4.00pm Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim Race Kit Collection, Outrigger Race kit collection for all swimmers and spectators travelling from Hamilton Island. It is compulsory for all swimmers to register and collect your race kit. All swimmers and spectators will receive a boarding pass for the ferry at race kit collection.

5.30pm - 6.30pm Sunset Yin Yoga, Keel Deck, Hamilton Island Yacht Club

SUNDAY 24 NOVEMBER

7.30am - 8.00am Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim Check-in, Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach All registered swimmers and spectators travelling from Airlie Beach must check in and receive a boarding pass. Race kits will be available for collection on the ferry prior to arriving at Whitehaven Beach.

8.00am Cruise Whitsundays ferry boarding, Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach

8.15am - 9.15am Cruise Whitsundays ferry, Port of Airlie to Hamilton Island

9.15am Cruise Whitsundays ferry boarding, Hamilton Island

9.30am - 10.15am Cruise Whitsundays ferry, Hamilton Island to Whitehaven Beach

11.30am Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim Race Briefing, Whitehaven Beach

11.45am Race Starts, 350m Junior Race

12.00pm Race Starts, 750m and Anything Goes

12.05pm Race Starts, 2km (wave starts may apply)

1.30pm Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim Presentations, Whitehaven Beach

2.30pm - 3.15pm Cruise Whitsundays ferry, Whitehaven Beach to Hamilton Island Times may vary on the day

3.30pm - 4.30pm Cruise Whitsundays ferry, Hamilton Island to Port of Airlie, Airlie Beach Times may vary on the day

5.30pm - 8.30pm Marina Daze, Front Street Live entertainment with beverages available for purchase

MONDAY 25 NOVEMBER

6.00am - 8.30am Dent Yoga, meet at the island links Jetty at 6.00am for a 6.15am departure $35 per person, call 07 4946 8305 to book

6.30am - 8.00am Trail Recovery Run Meet at the Sports Club, 7km and 12km options are availabe

OUR AMBASSADORS

Andrew (Reidy) Reid and Dean Degan

Bradley McGee Susie O’Neill Mike Clucas

Bondi Lifeguards - Dean Gladstone, Clint Kimmins, Harrison Reid, Ryan Clark, Gavin Stevenson and Quinn Darragh

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RACE RULES

Triathlon

This is a sanctioned event, non-drafting on the cycle course will apply and there will be officials policing this on the course. Bike mechanics will be on course to assist with breakdowns. Hamilton Island allow wetsuits to be worn for the swim course. The water temperature will be approximately 23 degrees. Any athlete seen to be taking a shortcut during the event will be disqualified.

Whitehaven Beach Ocean Swim

This is a non-sanctioned event. This is a NON-WETSUIT event, swim skins are permissible but any suit or device that aids buoyancy or propulsion will not be allowed (750m Anything Goes exempt from this rule). Should you be found wearing any of these you will be disqualified. Any athlete found taking a shortcut will be disqualified.

Race Withdrawals

Withdrawals prior to the event must be in writing, email events@hamiltonisland.com.au

If you withdraw on race day before race start, please advise an official. The cancellation fee is 100% should you pull out on the day of the race.

If you withdraw during the race, please report to the registration desk (Outrigger or Whitehaven Beach) and advise the officials that you have withdrawn. The cancellation fee is 100% should you pull out during the race.

USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS

Hamilton Island Numbers

Hamilton Island Resort 07 4946 9999 Hamilton Island Reservations 137 333 Buggy Hire 07 4946 8263 Lost Property 07 4946 9999 Reception Beach Club 07 4946 8000 Reception Palm Bungalows 07 4946 9999 Reception Reef View Hotel 07 4946 9999 Reception Holiday Homes 07 4946 8640 Tour Desk 07 4946 8305

Medical

Medical Centre 07 4946 8243 Emergency 000

Travel

Cruise Whitsundays 07 4846 7000 Jetstar 13 15 38 Qantas 13 13 13 Virgin Australia 13 67 89

EVENT ROAD CLOSURES

SATURDAY 23 NOVEMBER, 5.45AM - 8.30AM

The following roads will be closed or have limited access:

• Resortside roads • Marina Drive from Mango Tree corner to airport roundabout • Front Street, Marina Village • Great Northern Highway up to Melaleuca Drive • Melaleuca Drive • Airport roundabout to Hamilton Island Air

Parking is available at the Resort Centre or behind the Reef View Hotel.

For island maps and detailed information on what else is happening during your stay, including activities, restaurant opening times, shuttle timetables and more, download the Hamilton Island App.