Obstacle racing comes to Mid West in man vs mother nature course

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For the first time ever, obstacle racing is coming to the Mid West with WA Mud Gladiators running on Saturday June 14,

21 year old Daniel Lane an obstacle racing enthusiast and entreprenure has designed a 15km man vs mother nature course set out along the Murchison River on Coolcalalaya Station.

The event is designed to push you to your limits and make you overcome obstacles that you never thought possible.

Part proceeds from the Mud Gladiator event is going to Youth Focus to help in the fight against youth suicide a cause close to his heart.

Youth focus has just established a branch right here in Geraldton and Daniel has taken it upon himself to raise funds to get it off to a flying start.

The mud arenea will have obstacles and challenges not seen before in obstacle racing, it is a unique fitness challenge which utilises the natural terrain of the Murchison River, throw in barb wire crawls, ice baths, mud crawls, hill climbs and much much more.

The event culminates in a fantastic after party in the Dirt Dust n Diesels Bar and grill where participants will enjoy a well earned meal and dance into the night.

Mud Gladiators is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. You can compete as an individual or as a team. Register now and get on board to fight like a gladiator against Youth suicide.

For more information or to register go to www.mudgladiators.com.au or phone 089933 1050.

Wonthella Skate Park to get makeover

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The Wonthella Skate Park is set to undergo a facelift between July and August of this year.

The Park which has been extremely popular since it's inception over 10 years ago, will undergo an overhaul with a whole range of new exciting skate elements as well as amenity elements.

The City of Greater Geraldton's project manager for the skate park, William Shi, said design works are set to finish this month.

"We are currently at the final design stage, this design work is expecting to be completed by the end of this month," he said.

"The construction work of Wonthella Skate Park extension is expected between July to August because the City only has construction budget in financial year 2014/15 for this project."

Short course opens up for teams in the Endure Batavia Triathlon

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The Market Creations Endure Batavia Triathlon has widened its offering to participants by opening up the short course for team entries. So if you thought the long course was going to be too grueling for your team, the short course might just be the right fit.

The Endure long course puts competitors through their paces across a 1.5km ocean swim, 44km bike ride and 10km run, while the short course covers half the distance.

Geraldton Triathlon Club president Simon Teakle said the aim of the Endure Batavia Triathlon was to have the event as something that catered for all sporting abilities.

“Our vision for the Endure is to make it an event for everyone,” he said.

“Whether you’re a world champion triathlete or someone who just wants to give triathlon a go, we want to cater for everyone.”

In previous years, teams were only open to compete in the long course but the Geraldton Triathlon Club have welcomed the new addition of the short course team event.

Mr Teakle said the teams challenge for both the long and short is all about having a bit of fun.

“The team challenge is a fantastic way to get your mates or your work colleagues involved – have a bit fun tackling an exciting and exhilarating race,” he said.

“If you’re not up to enduring the whole thing, you can always enter into the short course as a team or give it a go solo.”

The 2014 Endure Batavia Triathlon is being held on 6th April. For more information or to register, go to geraldtontriclub.com.au and follow the link to the Endure.

Geraldton gears up for Bikeweek

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Every year Geraldton embraces Bikeweek in a big way and this year is no exception.

Bikeweek is a collection of events held across Western Australia from March 15 to 23 that encourages people of all ages to take up cycling as a healthy and inexpensive mode of transport and the City of Greater Geraldton along with some local businesses, supports the initiative.

However, Geraldton pedals the Bikeweek event even further starting it on March 3 with the Bikeweek Commuter Challenge, rolling on until March 30. Get a team of four from your workplace to see who can cycle the most kilometres from home to work during bike week - there are prizes to be won.

Geraldton Bicycle Users Bikeweek is on again in 2014 and is an opportunity to celebrate and thank those who choose to leave their cars behind and ‘Cycle Instead’ in the spirit of the Bikeweek theme. Visit the Department of Transport website for the full Bikeweek calendar of events. 

City of Greater Geraldton Active Travel Officer, Bronwyn Neville, said there are so many Bikefest events to choose from and the main aim is to have some fun, improve or maintain fitness levels and adopt a healthy, inexpensive mode of travel.

“There are plenty of events for young and old, fit, and not-so-fit cyclists – such as Roll With Us/Cycle Chic - for the beginners, Why Not Wednesday - for cycle commuters, Night Ride - for all ages, Ride2School Day for school children, Try Ride/Tune up for those getting back on the bike, Time Trial for serious sport cyclists or join in the Fun Ride,” she said. 

Bikeweek 2014 participants are encouraged to nominate their favourite event for the inaugural Bikely Award by clicking www.transport.wa.gov.au/bikeley-award-survey 

“Those who nominate will enter a draw to win one of three $500 vouchers and there are prizes or giveaways for all events,” said Ms Neville.

“So grease up your garaged bike, polish your racer or get that mountain bike out for a spin and get to one of our fun-filled, family-friendly events.”

Registration for events is essential. To find out more detail about these events and to register visit the City website at www.cgg.wa.gov.au/events 

Six local clubs to get a makeover

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Six local community organisations and sport clubs selected to take part in the City of Greater Geraldton’s Our Club Rules! – Club Makeover Program, were acknowledged with a small gathering in the City function room recently.

The makeover program was initiated in November last year (2013) in partnership with the Department of Sport and Recreation to enable club’s to reach their full potential.

The six successful clubs are:

  • Mullewa Sports Club
  • Chapman Valley Football Club
  • Geraldton Hockey Association
  • Mid West Disaster Relief
  • Mid West Multicultural Association
  • Geraldton Art Society

City of Greater Geraldton Mayor, Ian Carpenter, said community clubs and organisations are the glue of the community.

“I believe this program is important to all clubs, it helps to train them to operate more like a business, covering important areas like public liability, and teaches money management – and about budget and cash flow,” he said.

“Not only does it help the organisation but it helps people personally.”

Mr Carpenter said the program provided an opportunity for the clubs to set themselves up for the future.

“The selected clubs will be provided with expert help tailored specifically to their needs,” he said.

For more information, contact the City’s Sport and Recreation Club Development Officer, Ryan Thompson on ryant@cgg.wa.gov.au or call 9956 6600. 

 

Locals petition for skatepark to be re-named

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Locals are rallying together to re-name the Wonthella Skatepark after local skater Jake Howe, who passed away on New Years Day.

With a dedicated Facebook account with over 2,000 users, the community along with Jake’s family and friends are petitioning to get the skate park named in his honour.

Jake was one of the original designers of the current skate park and has been involved since the park’s inception in 2000.

There will be a meet tomorrow at 5:30pm at PCYC to discuss upcoming extensions to the skatepark. Anyone who knew the great work that Jake did and are interested in the petition are invited to attend.

Sign up now for the Endure Batavia Triathlon

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Registrations are now open for Geraldton's premier triathlon event.

The Market Creations Endure Batavia Triathlon will be held on April 6 on the Geraldton Foreshore.

There are cash prizes up for grabs for both teams and individuals.

Head to the website to sign up or for more information www.geraldtontriclub.com.au/endure-batavia-triathlon

Surfing Comp in Geraldton this weekend

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A large groundswell and powerful surf is set to provide added excitement to the second event of the Health Insurance Fund of Australia (HIF) Pro Am Series presented by SunSmart, which will kick off in Gerladton this weekend.

Offering a variety of quality surf breaks ranging from playful beach breaks through to challenging reefs, Geraldton will play host to many of WA's best competitive surfers who are preparing to make the trip north to the surf-rich Batavia coastline.

After a successful opening event in Margaret River, the HIF Pro Am Series is set to continue in style as a 4-5 metre swell and offshore winds will give competitors and event officials alike a lot to look forward too.

-Location: Flat Rocks Beach, Flat Rocks Rd

-Start Time: 11 May 2013 07:30