INFORMATION SHEET1
52nd ANNUAL LAKE BURLEY GRIFFIN WALKING CARNIVAL
Sunday 10 JUNE 2018 – STROMLO FOREST PARK CANBERRA
The ACT Race & Fitness Walking Club (ACT Walkers) on behalf of Racewalking Australia invite your members and race walkers affiliated with a National Athletics Association to participate in this year’s Annual Lake Burley Griffin Walking Carnival to be held on Sunday 10 June 2018.
Again the carnival will be conducted at Stromlo Forest Park. All events will be conducted in one viewable location, Government demands will be reduced, and fewer volunteers required.
All events will be conducted on a 1 kilometre circuit on the cycling criterion track affording the walkers a smooth surface with a minimal rise at one end, and spectators a view of the walkers for most of the course.
The one major change to the program of events will be the transition to metric distances for the traditional 10 & 20 mile events and the 5 mile Fitness Walk. The new distances are:
Event 1 Open 30 kilometres
Event 2 Fitness 30 kilometres
Event 4 Open Womens 15 kilometres
Event 5 Open Mens 15 kilometres
Event 6 Fitness 15 kilometres
Event 7 Fitness 8 kilometres
Please note new Handicap Base Times for Sealed handicap Events.
The fitness walks are open to all, but participants in the race walking events must be members of a club affiliated with Racewalking Australia or an overseas IAAF affiliated athletic club.
Entry procedures, volunteers and the general conduct of the Carnival are below.
GENERAL INFORMATION
(1) VENUE
The venue for all events is Stromlo Forest Park, Opperman Avenue / Dave McInness Road. All events will be conducted clockwise on a 1 kilometre circuit on the cycling criterion track affording the walkers a smooth surface with a minimal rise at one end. ALL events have a common start / finish line.
Electronic chip timing will again be used for all events. This service is being provided by FlyerUltra Race Timing a locally based operator.
There are women’s and men’s toilets & showers located in the centre of the building near the track, and ample car parking.
(2) EVENTS START TIME HANDICAP BASE TIME
1. Open 30 kilometres8.00am127 mins
2. Fitness 30 kilometres8.00am Non Hcp/Judged contact only
3. AACT W&M 30 kilometres Chp8.00am Non Handicap event
4. Open Womens 15 kilometres8.00am 69 mins-Includes RWA Masters10m
5. Open Mens 15 kilometres8.00am 65 mins-Includes RWA Masters10m
6. Fitness 15 kilometres8.00am Non Hcp/Judged contact only
7. Fitness 8 kilometres 9.00am Non Hcp/Judged contact only
8. Mens U20 10 kilometres10.30am 42 mins
9. AACT Mens U20 10 kilometre Chp10.30am Non Handicap Event
10. Open (over 20 years) 10 kilometres10.30amNon Handicap Event
11. Womens U20 10 kilometres 10.30am 47 mins
12. Boys U10 1 kilometre11.40am 4 mins 30 Secs
13. Girls U10 1 kilometre11.40am 4 mins 30 Secs
14. Boys U12 2 kilometres11.50am 9 mins 20 Secs
15. Girls U12 2 kilometres12.10pm9 mins 20 Secs
16. Boys U14 2 kilometres12.30pm 9 mins 20 Secs
17. Girls U14 2 kilometres12.50pm9 mins 20 Secs
18. Boys U16 3 kilometres 1.10pm13 mins
19. Girls U16 3 kilometres 1.35pm13 mins
20. Boys U18 5 kilometres 2.00pm22 mins
21. Girls U18 5 kilometres 2.00pm23 mins
22. Womens 5 kilometres 2.40pm21 mins
NOTES:(a) Events 1, 4, 5, 8, and 11 to 22 inclusive are Racewalking Australian (Federation) individual and team events; plus events 4 & 5 incorporate a Racewalking Australia Masters individual competition.
(b) Clubs must ensure that all information required establishing a walker’s entitlement to awards is provided. Failure to do so may result in a competitor not receiving an award to which they may be entitled. Clubs are reminded they must submit all individual entry forms with the team entry fees.
(c) Minimum age for participants in the 15 & 30 kilometres events is 16yrs.
AGE for all Racewalking Australia events is age on the day, and for Athletics ACT Championships age is as at 31 December 2018.
(3) ENTRIES
Entries close WEDNESDAY 23 MAY 2018. Competitors must complete and sign an individual entry form and submit it to their Club Secretary. Clubs must then insert handicaps where applicable before forwarding the forms to Mr Robin Whyte, PO Box 1324, Queanbeyan NSW 2620. Entry Fees are to be paid direct to BSB 062-913 Account 00902542 ACT Walkers. Please include name of club & reason for payment.
Please show the correct handicap, which is the difference between the walkers expected time, as determined by the individual club’s handicapper, and the base time for the particular event, as listed above in item 2. For example, an U14 competitor expected to do 10.20 for the 2k would have a handicap of 1.0; the difference between the handicap base time of 9.20 & expected time of 10.20.
Please note that entries will not be accepted without the appropriate entry fees and signed individual entry forms. Late entries cannot be accepted. This applies to both Race Walks & Fitness Walks. The processing of late entries by the Timing Provider would cost an additional fee of $100.
(4) ENTRY FEES
The entry fee for ALL RACE WALKING AUSTRALIA & ACT Walkers events is $35.00. There is an additional fee of $20.00 for Athletics ACT Championships. Fitness Walk fees are $20.00.
(5) TEAM EVENTS
Team events will be conducted in conjunction with ALL RACEWALKING AUSTRALIA EVENTS except the Masters Women’s & Masters Men’s 15 kilometres. The first three (3) competitors of each Club to finish without disqualification will constitute TEAM 1, the next three (3) to finish TEAM 2 and so on. Exception the Open 30 kilometres and the 15 kilometres for Women will be scored differently in that two (2) finishers can make a team, providing that there are three (3) or more starters. The Brennan Trophy is contested for by the number one team of each club.
(6) Volunteers
The number of Volunteers / Officials, apart from Walk Judges, required to conduct the carnival are substantially reduced due to the use of electronic timing and the fact that all events are confined to one relatively short circuit. However help is always required and Clubs are asked to nominate anyone wishing to assist. It is most important that each Club provide a Walk Judge for the events commencing at 8.00am. Please complete enclosed Volunteers Form so that we can be sure all positions are filled and all volunteers informed of their duties prior to the day of the event.
On the enclosed VOLUNTEERS FORM please provide the names of volunteers and the capacity in which they are willing to help, or are considered best suited to assist. Please also provide email addresses so that they can be advised of their volunteer schedule. Each club is to nominate a responsible person to act on the Jury of Appeal in order that a panel of four (4) may be selected by the organising committee; and to advise the name of the Team Manager together with their Canberra address & telephone contact number.
Your continued support with the conduct of this event is very much appreciated by ACT Walkers, and ensures a smoothly run and successful carnival.
(7) PROTESTS
Protests must be lodged in writing with the event referee within 30 minutes of the completion of the event in dispute and accompanied by a cash fee of $20.00.
(8) RACE NUMBERS
Race numbers will be supplied by ACT Walkers and will be given to the Team Managers together with the program of events, at the Racewalking Australia Conference.
A YELLOW race number will be issued to Fitness Walkers to enable clear identification of non race walking participants.
The Walk Judges must be advised that Fitness Walkers will be wearing a YELLOW race number and that they are to be judged, for running or loss of contact only.
(9) FIRST AID & MASSAGE
First Aid will be provided by a qualified practitioner from 8 am until the completion of the race program. We will also endeavour to have a massage practitioner available, at a cost of $5.00 a session.
(10) FEED STATION
A Feed Station for the 15 & 30 kilometres will be located on the far side of the track. Team Managers are responsible for their competitors for the duration of the event. Special drinks must be given to the official at the Feed Station by 7.45am. The acceptance of food or drink at other places on the course could result in disqualification.
A Water Drink Station ONLY will also be set up nearby for the 10 kilometres event.
(11) CANTEEN
Canteen facilities will be available at Stromlo Forest Park from 8.00am on Sunday morning.
(12) UNIFORMS
All Racewalking Australia event competitors MUST wear the uniform of their Club, as registered with RACEWALKING AUSTRALIA. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. Competitors not competing in a Racewalking Australia event are also encouraged to wear their Walking Club uniform.
(13) BARREL DRAWS
A Fitness Walkers lucky number draw will take place about 10.30am, followed by a Volunteers & Officials barrel draw around midday. The Race Walkers lucky number barrel draws will take place during the evening presentations.
(14) PRESENTATION OF AWARDS (PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE)
Presentation of Awards will be at the Ainslie Football Club, 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie commencing at 7.30 pm.
(15) EVENING MEALS
Meals are available at the Ainslie Football Club 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie from 6.00 pm. BOOKINGS ARE RECOMMENDED. Refer to this web site .Visitors are free to use the club facilities and EFTPOS and Credit Cards are accepted.
There are also a number of eateries not too far from the Club in Civic & Dickson.
(16) ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation options can be found on this web site
(17) RACWALKING AUSTRALIA CONFERENCE
The Racewalking Australia Conference will commence at 6.30pm on Saturday 9 June 2018 at The Ainslie Football Club, 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie.
(18) AWARDS
PLEASE NOTE: (1) Any competitor is eligible to win the perpetual trophy for winning an event.
(2) Gold, Silver & Bronze medallions will be presented to the first three Australians in all Racewalking Australia events, regardless of actual placing. (3) WINNERS OF OUTRIGHT INDIVIDUAL AWARDS CANNOT WIN A HANDICAP TROPHY.
EVENT 1 - OPEN 30 KILOMETRES ( Racewalking Australia Event )
OUTRIGHT Women 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
Men 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
MASTERS Women 35 years & Over 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
Men 35years & Over 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
HANDICAP 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd Trophy
OLDEST TO FINISH ACT Walkers LBG Medal
TEAMS
FEDERATION 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medals (3)
MASTERS Women & Men 35 years & Over 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medals (3)
EVENT 2 – FITNESS 30 KILOMETRES (ACT Walkers Event)
OUTRIGHT Women 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
Men 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
Certificate of Achievement to all finishers.
EVENT 3 - ATHLETICS ACT 30 KILOMETRES CHAMPIONSHIP
OUTRIGHT Women 1st/2nd/3rd AACT Medal
Men 1st/2nd/3rd AACT Medal
Resident Women 1st/2nd/3rd AACT Medal
Men 1st/2nd/3rd AACT Medal
EVENT 4 - OPEN WOMENS 15 KILOMETRES ( Racewalking Australia Event )
OUTRIGHT 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
MASTERS Women 35 years & Over 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
HANDICAP 1st/2nd/3rd Trophy
OLDEST TO FINISH ACT Walkers LBG Medal
TEAMS 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/ 2nd/3rd RWA Medals (3)
EVENT 5 - OPEN MENS 15 KILOMETRES ( Racewalking Australia Event)
OUTRIGHT 1ST Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
MASTERS Men 35 years & Over 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
HANDICAP 1st/2nd/3rd Trophy
TEAMS 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/ 2nd/3rd RWA Medals (3)
EVENT 6 – FITNESS 30 KILOMETRES (ACT Walkers Event)
EVENT 7 - FITNESS 8 KILOMETRES (ACT Walkers Event)
OUTRIGHT Women 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
Men 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
Certificate of Achievement to all finishers.
EVENT 8 - MENS UNDER 20 10 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
OUTRIGHT 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
HANDICAP 1st/2nd/3rd Trophy
TEAMS 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medals (3)
EVENT 9 - ATHLETICS ACT MENS U20 10 KILOMETRES CHAMPIONSHIP
OUTRIGHT 1st/2nd/3rd AACT Medal
Resident 1st/2nd/3rd AACT Medal
EVENT 10 - OPEN (over 19 years) 10 KILOMETRES ( ACT Walkers Event)
OUTRIGHT 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
***WINNERS OF OUTRIGHT INDIVIDUAL AWARDS CANNOT WIN A HANDICAP TROPHY***
EVENT 11 - WOMENS UNDER 20 10 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 12 - BOYS UNDER 10 1 KILOMETRE (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 13 - GIRLS UNDER 10 1 KILOMETRE (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 14 - BOYS UNDER 12 2 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 15 - GIRLS UNDER 12 2 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 16 - BOYS UNDER 14 2 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 17 - GIRLS UNDER 14 2 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 18 - BOYS UNDER 16 3 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 19 - GIRLS UNDER 16 3 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 20 - BOYS UNDER 18 5 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
EVENT 21 - GIRLS UNDER 18 5 KILOMETRES (Racewalking Australia Event)
OUTRIGHT 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
HANDICAP 1st/2nd/3rd Trophy
TEAMS 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medals (3)
EVENT 22 - WOMENS 5 KILOMETRES ( Racewalking Australia Event )
OUTRIGHT 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal
MASTERS Women 35 years & Over 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medal
HANDICAP 1st/2nd/3rd Trophy
TEAMS
FEDERATION 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd RWA Medal (3)
MASTERS Women 35 years&Over 1st Perpetual Trophy / 1st/2nd/3rd ACT Walkers LBG Medals (3)
**WINNERS OF OUTRIGHT INDIVIDUAL AWARDS CANNOT WIN A HANDICAP TROPHY***
(19) PERPETUAL TROPHIES
Perpetual Trophies awarded in 2017 must be returned (ENGRAVED) to the organisers on or before the day of the carnival. Current holders:
Mens 20 milesDarren Bown (SARWC)
Womens 20 milesKaren O’Neill (RWV)
20 Miles HandicapRobin Whyte (ACTW)
20 Miles TeamsRWQ1
20 Miles Masters TeamsRWQ1
Womens 10 MilesBrenda Gannon (RWQ)
Womens Masters 10 MilesBrenda Gannon (RWQ)
Womens 10 Miles TeamsNot Awarded
Mens 10 MilesTyler Jones (NSWRWC)
Mens Masters 10 MilesMatt Griggs (ACTW)
Mens 10 Miles TeamsNSWRWC1
Mens U20 10kTyler Jones (NSWRWC)
Mens U20 10k Teams NSWRWC1
Womens U20 10kJemima Montag (RWV)
Womens U20 10k TeamsNot Awarded
Boys U10 1kLiam Hutchins (RWV)
Boys U10 1k TeamsRWV1
Girls U10 1kChloe Lamb (NSWRWC)
Girls U10 1k TeamsNSWRWC1
Boys U12 2kToby Wilks (SARWC)
Boys U12 2k Teams NSWRWC1
Girls U12 2kIzabella Dunne (NSWRWC)
Girls U12 2k TeamsNSWRWC1
Boys U14 2kToby Wilks (SARWC)
Boys U14 2k TeamsRWV1
Girls U14 2kAllanah Pitcher (NSWRWC)
Girls U14 2k TeamsNSWRWC1
Boys U16 3kMitchell Baker (ACTW)
Boys U16 3k TeamsNSWRWC1
Girls U16 3kJemma Peart (RWV))
Girls U16 3k TeamsRWV1
Boys U18 5kMitchell Baker (ACTW)
Boys U18 5k TeamsACTW1
Girls U18 5kAllanah Pitcher (NSWRWC)
Girls U18 5k TeamsNSWRWC1
Womens 5k Samantha Findley (SARWC)
Womens 5k TeamsRWV1
Womens 5k Masters Teams NSWRWC1