Robyn's E News - 19 May 2010

Hi All,

No need to grab the coffee, it's a quick E News today.

Lake Alex remained closed yesterday but with improving test results. DCC fully expect to have the Lake reopened by the weekend so we are proceeding with normal arrangements for the NT Olympic Distance event.

We are expecting some out of town and interstate visitors for the event and I know you will make them very welcome as always.

Please note race fee for this event is $10 for individuals ($25 for non members - individual or in a team).

NEXT EVENT:

Sunday 23 May 2010
NT Olympic Distance Championships
Registration: 7am Registration closes 6.45am sharp
Race Fee Individuals: $10 (members) $25 (non members)
Lake Alexander
1.5km swim, 40km bike, 10km run

Race Director: Col Smith 0408 830 411
Registration: Ron Griep / Roger Decurtins
Timekeeping: Bill Piper / Bronwyn Rossingh
Fruit / Ice: Robyn Kennedy

NOTE:

1. Entry fees NT Olympic Distance Championships: Individual Members $10; Non Member $25;

Team containing all Members $20; (Any non member competing in a team $25 each)

2. This is a non drafting event.

3. Extra volunteers are always needed for an event this size. If you can assist please call Col 0408 830 411 or email.


CALENDAR REMINDER:

1. A reminder that the 5 June 2010 MTB Challenge has been cancelled.


FOR SALE / WANTED ETC:

1. Items for E News or requests for re run of advts by Sunday 8pm please.


OTHER NEWS:

1. Entry to Ironman New Zealand 2011 sold out in 13 days !

2. Media Hound: See attached - Stu Fitch got a write up and pic in the Fannie Bay Electorate News; ITU Highlights from Round 2 or on One HS at 3.30pm today; Chad Anderson, Shaye Hatty and Sue Parora's Bark Hut efforts get a mention in NT News today.

3. Watch for news of developments centred around the Canberra Half Ironman.

4. 2009 Winners of the NT Olympic Distance Triathlon/Arafura: Male: Tim Ellison Female: Long Hoi. And the 2009 NT Champions were Male: Tim Ellison Female: Michelle Gailey

5. Homes have been found for most items of lost property left after last race. Probably a good time to issue a reminder to make sure you check that you have all your gear before leaving this Sunday.

6. Lots of birthdays happening in May including Peta Jeggo who celebrates a significant "0" birthday on Sunday ! Peta is a bit miffed that she has to wait until the 1 July to go up an age group.

7. More photos from last event are now up on Flickr.

See you all on Sunday,
Until then, Safe Training,
Cheers,
Robyn

Robyn Stanley
Darwin Triathlon Club
E News