All programme information and event time will be posted on the SLSNZ Calendar.
Team Managers Meeting: 5.30pm on Beach
Racing Starts: 5.45pm

EVENT INFORMATION:
This is an event for Refreshed or New Lifeguards. This event will be raced over 5 nights
Age groups: U15, U17, U19, Open, Masters
Overall winner announced for each age group at the completion of the 5th round
Age Groups
Age group is determined by the competitor’s age at midnight on 30th September 2023. For
example, if you were 19 on the 30th September 2023, you are not eligible to compete in the
Under 19 division. Athletes may only compete in their age group and Open for Individual
events. No races will be held or delayed for an athlete. In team events competitors may race
up.
U15 Competitors can only compete in their own age group.

PARKING AND BEACH ACCESS:
Parking will be in the public carpark Hardinge Road.
Wearing of Fluro Vest and Club Caps:
It is compulsory for all competitors to wear their Club caps and Fluro Vests as per the
Competition Manual clause 2.13 and 2.16. Please note all fluro vests must meet Section:
12.22 – Equipment Specifications standards
Communication and Code of Conduct:
During an event all communication must go through the Team Manager. No parent, coach
or competitor should approach the Arena or Event Referee directly.
No matter what role you hold on the day of an event any abuse or interference from any
person will not be tolerated, and any competitor/parent/helper/coach or official judged to
show behaviour that is obstructive, offensive or dangerous will be asked to leave the
beach.
Missing Person at Sea Responsibilities
Whether you are an Athlete, Official, in an IRB, Team Manager/Coach or a spectator, we all
have a role to perform if someone goes missing in the water during an event or activity.
Check out your role and how you may help in this situation by clicking here.
Medical Information:
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions All participants and officials with a pre-existing medical
condition must complete and submit a ‘Pre-Existing Medical Conditions Declaration’ form
prior to the close of entries. These forms are to be submitted to your Team Manager prior
to the event who in turn will email: sarnia.brewer@surflifesaving.org.nz. However,
participants are encouraged to submit these as early as possible. Once submitted, the
forms will be reviewed by SLSNZ and a decision will be made on whether a ‘Competitor
Waiver’ form is required to be completed. It is important to note that that a pre-existing
medical condition includes a concussion event that has occurred prior to this event.