Thank you for entering or volunteering in the NSW Triathlon Club Championships 2025, taking place in Forster on Saturday 17 May. We’re looking forward to welcoming you to a weekend of triathlon, camaraderie and community spirit in beautiful Forster.

This is the first of two race updates containing important event information. Please take a moment to read through this update carefully to ensure you are aware of any changes. If you are part of a relay team, kindly forward this email to your teammates.

At H Events, we are proud to partner with NSW Triathlon and the broader Triathlon Club network to deliver a safe, exciting and enjoyable event. While the format remains largely unchanged from last year, a few isues surrounding the park condition, other events affecting our cycle course and stakeholder feedback have meant we need to make some changes to:

• NEW EVENT AREA: With the completion of the Forster SLSC Clubhouse, we are focusing our event admin, finish line and bike compound all from the top carpark and adjoining roads/space. This will make for excellent spectating and a compact event precinct next to the Club. 

• START TIMES: Due to an event at the local golf course we need to move our event starts forward.

  • Club Distance (including Aquabike and Teams) waves will start 7.45am  - 8.30am (waves available in next update Wed 14 May)

  • Half Distance (including Aquabike and Teams) waves will start 9:15 am - 9.30am  (waves available in next update Wed 14 May)

  • Super Sprint 12-13 Juniors will start 10.15am

  • Juniors 7-11 will start 10.45am.

• FINSIH LINE: All events will finish next to the Forster SLSC in the car park. The Club Distance run course remains two laps.

Please see the details below for further information across all elements of the event.

We appreciate your involvement and look forward to seeing you on race day.

Kind regards,
The H Events Team

Rolling Race Start Times

All swim starts will follow a rolling start format, with small groups of athletes entering the water from the beach at regular intervals. Please be ready at your designated wave time and listen for announcements at the swim start area. Wave starts available in update 2 on Wednesday 14 May. In general times are between:

• Club Distance (including Aquabike and Teams) 7.45am  - 8.30am 

• Half Distance (including Aquabike and Teams) 9:15 am - 9.30am 

• Super Sprint 12-13 Juniors will start 10.15am

• Juniors 7-11 will start 10.45am.

Please arrive at the swim start area with plenty of time to spare. There will be signage and volunteers on hand to help guide you into the correct wave.

Relay Teams

Relay team members will need to transfer the timing chip at the bike compound. To ensure smooth transitions and safety for all participants, please observe the following:

• Only one team member should be waiting at the bike at any given time

• Be mindful of other competitors entering and exiting the area

• You’re encouraged to gather at the finish chute to celebrate and cross the line with your teammates

Waiver Reminder:
All team members must have signed the participant waiver. If you did not complete your own entry, please download the waiver [HERE] and return it either on race day or in advance via email to admin@hevents.com.au. 

Swim Details

The swim leg for all adult and junior participants will take place at Main Beach, Forster. In the case of rough water the juniors contingency will be the ocean baths. 

• The Club Distance swim course consists of two laps of a rectangular course, swum anticlockwise

• The Half Distance course is one lap of the same format

• Juniors will swim along the beach this year. 

• The tide is incoming from 6.00am on race day

• Water temperature will be tested on race morning but wetsuits will most likely be optional 

Forster Surf Life Saving Club will provide a strong water safety presence, including rescue boats and paddlers, to support swimmers throughout the event.

Please note that the Junior swim event will be subject to water temperature on the day and may be adjusted if necessary.

We will provide updated forecast and swim conditions in the final race update.

Cycle Course Information

The cycle course begins at Main Beach, Forster, heading south along North Street to a turn point on Head Street. At this point, riders will divert through the car park opposite Cross Street, exiting on the far side and merging with cyclists turning in the middle section of the course. This allows a clear turn point during the event. 

From this turn point, Club Distance competitors will complete three laps through the surrounding streets of Forster. The Half Distance course turns prior to Cliff Street.

A comprehensive traffic management plan is in place, with over 45 traffic controllers, police officers, and course marshals ensuring the safety of all riders. While the roads remain open to local residents, significant measures have been taken to minimise vehicle traffic throughout the event. Please remain alert and exercise caution, particularly in the event of any unexpected vehicles entering the course.

Juniors (7–11 years) will complete a shorter bike leg using only North Street.

Important:
Please do not litter on the course – respect the local environment and community.

Run Course Information

The run leg for the Club Distance event consists of two 4km loops. The route is predominantly flat, with the only notable incline being the gentle rise as you cross the picturesque Forster Bridge.

Please be aware that there are several narrow sections along the run course. We ask all participants to adjust their pace as necessary in these areas and to show courtesy when overtaking others.

Important:
Again, please do not litter on the course. Respect for the local environment and fellow participants is greatly appreciated.

Transition Area Information
(A full transition walk-through will be held at 5:00pm on Friday 16th May)

The transition area is located in the car park adjacent to Main Beach, Forster. Please remain aware of other competitors who may be actively racing when entering or moving through this space.

• Bike racks row will be clearly marked with letters to help you locate your position easily

• The surface of the car park is uneven in places, so you are welcome to leave a pair of thongs (flip-flops) or other footwear at the swim entry point to protect your feet. While we will provide some carpeted sections, it is not possible to cover the entire area

For Junior competitors (7–13 years), a dedicated area in the main compound will be located to provide a minimum distance to their bike.

The iconic Club Championships End-of-Season Party will take place at Club Forster, 19 Strand Street, from 6.30 pm on Saturday 17th May.

No need to book, simply arrive and enjoy the evening as the celebrations begin. The night will feature a DJ, Club Points Score winner announcements, and plenty more. It’s the perfect way to round off a fantastic day of racing and connect with fellow club members and competitors.

Further Enquiries
If you have any questions not covered in this update, please don’t hesitate to contact us at admin@hevents.com.au

At H Events, we are a family-run business proudly delivering sports events throughout the Newcastle and Hunter Region (and Forster for this event!). Thank you for racing or volunteering with us. We look forward to seeing you in beautiful Forster for a fantastic weekend of triathlon and club spirit.