Robyn's E News 28 July 2010

Photo: John Thyne in action at ABC Half Marathon.


Hi All,

This is a special issue of E News.

As well as reminding you about our upcoming event on Sunday, it also has some important news regarding the future of our club and a call for members to step up for various tasks.

We would particularly like to see some new faces volunteering, so please don't be shy in putting up your hand.

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 1 August 2010
Triathlon
Lake Alexander
7.30am (registration closes 7.10am)
750m swim, 26km bike, 5km run
(short option 300/13/3)

Race Director: Ron Griep
Registration: Ryoko Jones /Russell Peacock
Timekeepers: Adrienne Willing / Alexis Marshall
Fruit / Ice: Ryoko Jones

Note:

1. All intending participants need to have renewed their membership or joined up for 2010/2011 at https://www.securedvirtualnet.com/Sma/Triath/

2. Participants must stop if traffic lights are RED.

3. If you are able to assist with drink stops, Cool Spot corner etc on race day, come on down and speak to Ron prior to event start.

4. Psssssst, remember - no drafting !

NOTICE TO MEMBERS - DARWIN TRIATHLON CLUB AGM:

The Annual General Meeting of Darwin Triathlon Club will take place:

Date: Sunday 29 August 2010
Time: 7.15am
Place: Casuarina Surf Club (prior to event)

1. All committee positions are declared vacant.

2. Our long term president John Thyne has indicated that he will be standing down.

3. Interested persons are sought to fill that position, the vacant vice president slot and a couple of committee positions.

4. John says that while the president's position isn't onerous it does require a time commitment for bi monthly meetings etc. He will be on hand to assist the incoming president & vice president.

5. Our club prides itself on our volunteer culture, so now we need volunteers to step up as President & Vice President. If that sounds like you, please speak to one of the current committee members or have a chat with John.


DARWIN TRIATHLON CLUB PRESENTATION NIGHT DINNER:

1. Date: Friday 10 September 10. (Please mark that on your calendar)

2. We are looking for social coordinators for this event. If you are interested in assisting with setting the theme, finding a venue etc for our social event of the year please email darwintriclub@bigpond.com

3. If you have a suggestion re presentation nite please also email through.

CLUB JUNIOR COORDINATOR:

1. The club junior events kick off soon.

2. Kylie did a marvellous job coordinating junior rosters last season but with Saffy's recent arrival has stepped down.

3. Is there an interested parent/s out there who is/are happy to take on this role?

4. Have a chat to John or Jodie if you can assist. Many hands make light work, so Jodie will also be in contact with parents of juniors to form a new sub committee to oversee the junior events.

FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. WANTED: Swimmer for Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon team. Contact Matt: 0401 118 446

2. Items for E News by 8pm Sunday please.

OTHER NEWS:

1. Reminder that any pointscore points earned in July will be deleted (we have to draw a line in the sand somewhere) for those whose membership is not current by 31 July. So, if you haven't already sorted your membership renewal or signed up for 2010/2011 we encourage you to do so ... right now.

2. A little tri baby in a big hurry ... Andreas Liveris surprised everyone with an early arrival on Monday at 3.36pm. At just shy of 33 weeks, Andreas weighed in at 2.18kg and is 45.5cm long. Congratulations to Tass and Claire. Mum and little Mr Speedy are doing well

3. Barry Sullivan and Kerry Gannon are getting married this weekend. Ditto Lisa Quinell and Pete Svara. Congratulations to both couples.

4. Monica Stewart is still nursing sore ribs after a recent unscheduled ground inspection.

5. Finlay's NT Long Course Triathlon entries continue to trickle in. Still some accommodation available at Lake Bennett Resort for those who wish to head down on Saturday. Don't forget to request the triathlon rate.

6. Media Hound: Asha made the NT News (see attached); Phil Blumberg, Michelle Mitchell and Lucie Hardiman were in photos in the NT News Monday re the ABC Half Marathon.

YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRIATHLETE WHEN...

... your partner is looking forward to the day when you will slow down and just run marathons.
... you see no issue with talking about treatments for chafing or saddle rash at the dinner table.
.., you recently asked your friend out for dinner by asking if he/she wanted to “carbo load” together.

Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News