NOTICE
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Short-stay accommodation in Bunbury is in short supply most weekends so it is recommended you book earlier than lateror you will miss out. Also, the WA State Team will train inBunbury on Sunday, 4th February 2024.
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Location:
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Forza Boat Shed, Lot 397 Cobblestone Drive, Bunbury
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Time (approx.) (approx.)
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Opening Ceremony at 1:00pm, and racing from 1:30pm to 6:30pm
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Briefing start time:
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12.15pm – Officials, Volunteers, sweeps, captains and coaches to attend
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Race Distance:
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200 metres
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Standard Boats
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Two 20s “Champion” boats per race (round robin match racing)
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Volunteer requirements:
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One per club (as per DBWA rules – no volunteer means no racing). Clubs must advise the name and preferred role of their volunteer at least 48 hours before the event.
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Volunteer information:
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Report to Mark Kusin at the Forza Boat Shed no later than noon.
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Divisions
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Youth, Women, Mixed & Open (as per DBWA rules)
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Crew Categories
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Tens and Twenties.
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Combined Crews
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With Forza approval two Clubs are permitted to combine to form Crews, you must nominate other club participants club on your Crew Lists.
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Composite Crews
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With Forza approval three or more Clubs are permitted to combine to form Crews, you must nominate participants club on your Crew Lists.
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Sweeps & Drummers
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Clubs are permitted to use male sweeps and drummers for Women’s racing provided the club does not have female participants who can undertake these roles.
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Competition Regulations & Racing Rules
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As per DBWA’s Competition and Racing Rules. The following rules do not apply: 13 Grand Prix Point System and 16 WA State Championship.
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Other Exemptions
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If you need other exemptions in order to be able to compete, please seek approval from the Forza Event Coordinators.
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Prize Money
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Overall 1st $250 2nd $100 3rd $50
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Cost
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$15 per participant
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Food & Drinks
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A range of food & drinks available for purchase on the day.
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Bar
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No consumption of alcohol permitted outside of the Forza Boat Storage Shed.
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