2012 Fireball World Championships Mandurah - Western Australia 27 th Dec 2011 - 7 th Jan 2012
When? December 2011 – January 2012 Pre-Worlds & Australian Championships 27 th – 31 st December 2011 World Championships 2 nd – 7 th January 2012
Where is Mandurah? 86Km south of Perth on Australia’s west coast
Ariel view of Mandurah
Why Mandurah? • Australia’s fastest growing city • Excellent modern infrastructure & facilities • Great holiday destination • Easy international access via Perth • Easy shipping via Fremantle • Wide range of accommodation • Hospitable club • Local event support
Mandurah Offshore Fishing & Sailing Club
Mandurah Offshore Fishing & Sailing Club • Established in 2000 as a merger between the Mandurah Sailing Club and Game Fishing Club • Over 2500 members • Excellent facilities – both on and off the water • Three bar areas. • Indoor seating for over 300 people • Closed in beer garden and large lawn areas • Sheltered launch basins
Around the Club
Mandurah Offshore Fishing & Sailing Club • Large hardstand area for storing boats • Great security • High quality rescue craft • Experienced race personnel • Enthusiastic members • Great chance to build Fireball numbers in Australia.
Out and About in Mandurah Boat Tours Local pubs Café bars Relax by the lagoon On the beach Theatre
Out and About in Mandurah Daily planned activities to suit singles including – • Dolphin cruises • Winery tours • Lunch overlooking the race course • Day trip to Perth • Rottnest Island trip • Day trip to Fremantle
Out and About in Mandurah Parks along the River Shopping Children’s Swimming Beach Restaurants
Out and About in Mandurah Daily planned activities for families including - • Dolphin cruises • Bouncy castles at the club • Day at the water park • Zoos and animal park trips • Day at the fun fair • Kids cinema session
Out and About in WA Cottesloe beach Perth Fremantle Kimberley’s Outback Rottnest Island Margaret River Vineyards
Out and About in WA Lay day planned trips including – • Trip to Perth, ferry with lunch on the Swan River, swim at Cottesloe Beach, lazy time in Fremantle followed by dinner in Fremantle. • Trip to three wineries with lunch at the second stop. • Trip to Rockingham to see the wild dolphins and seals.
Getting Around • Within Mandurah – most things are an easy walk • Free mini bus pick up and drop off to club • Freeway from Perth to Mandurah, and beyond. Travel time approx 50 minutes • New train system from Perth centre to Mandurah • Regular bus services • Pick up and drop offs to and from the airport can be arranged if you email us your flight details.
Getting Around • Hertz Mandurah are the official car hire company for the regatta. • Offering 20% off of normal rates • Booking details are on the Fireball Australia web site
Travelling to Australia • Malaysia Airlines has signed on as airline sponsor for the event • Malaysian has provide a dedicated login to their web site for the Fireball Association, with cheap airfares available • Try and support Malaysian as they will contribute a percentage per booking towards the Jury airfares helping keep costs and entry fees low. • Remember - Book early as the worlds are in peak time • Info on how to book on Fireball Australia web site
Travelling to Australia • You will most likely need a visa to enter Australia • Information on visa requirements are on the Fireball Australia web site • You can also get information from a travel agent • Don’t leave this too late as it could take a number of weeks to process
Accommodation
Accommodation • 2* to 5* Hotels • Rental Houses and apartments • Cabins • Camping • Caravans on site at the sailing club • Billeting • (Contact Fireball Australia for Caravans and Billeting) • All within 15 minutes walk of the marina and club
Accommodation
Boat Transport to Australia Nominated Shipping and Clearance Agent - Phone +61 8 83003100 Fax +61 8 83003116 Mob +61 (0) 417850298 dave.coughlin@tayper.com.au
Boat Transport to Australia • Australian customs and quarantine are very strict • Ensure that all items in the container are on the carnet • No food or drinks • All wood used for packing is treated to the proper standards • No sand or dirt • No bikes • See Fireball Australia web site for more details
Boat Transport to Australia • Containers will need to be cleared by and delivery arranged through Tayper • Containers will need to be in Australia by 6 th December • Containers will be delivered to Mandurah SC on 16 th December and unpacked in front of Quarantine • If you container does not pass it will not be allowed to be unpacked!!!!
Social Program • Welcome Night – Mayoral Reception • Murray River Cruise • Pre-worlds Presentation & NY Eve Party • Nightly meals at the club • Restaurant and Pub Evenings • Next Worlds Evening • 50 th Anniversary of Fireball Party • Worlds Presentation Dinner
So why should you come? • Beautiful location • Hot sunny conditions • Great racing – wind and waves with warm water • Plenty of after race social activities • Planned trips on the lay days to see the sights • Children friendly with daily activities planned • Lots of planned activities for non sailors • Lots of free beer, wine and food to keep you happy
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