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Triathlon WA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Caterpy and Lasso for 2021/2022.

Caterpy Australia produces the ultimate no-tie shoelaces perfect for athletes and kids. The laces provide the right amount of tension through the shoe, adapt to different foot shapes and remove the hassle of tying.

Lasso produces support and compression apparel that improves circulation and stabilises joints for better movement. With built in ankle, foot and arch support, these socks are perfect for training and performance.

As part of the partnership agreement, Christmas has come early for TWA members who can expect to receive an email with a discount code for any purchases made through Caterpy and Lasso.

Triathlon WA (TWA) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Directors to its Board following the October Board Meeting.

Lauren McGregor brings 15+ years’ experience in finance and private equity to take on the role as Treasurer. She has recently completed her MBA, and previously held the role as a Finance Director for a Not-for-Profit Charity. Lauren has been involved in the sport of triathlon since 2007, from a novice competitor she progressed through the sport to be a three-time Kona finisher and overall age-group champion at Ironman WA.

Henrietta Farrell brings over 16 years’ experience at major international events (Commonwealth Games, Olympics) in a senior marketing lead. More recently, she has gained experience with the State Government, managing stakeholder management and communications with the construction of Perth Stadium. She currently is working within an Executive role for the State Government and has recently completed an AICD course. Henrietta has been involved in the sport as a participant and volunteer since 2014.

In addition to the newly appointed members, Brenden Koh was appointed to the Vice-President Role to support along side Steve Lyon.

On behalf of Steve Lyon, President of Triathlon WA we welcome our newly appointed Board members and look forward to working together to continue to grow the sport in WA.

The Duathlon State Championships event was held on Sunday, 24 October at Champion Lakes Regatta Centre. 200+ athletes participated in the EXSS Sprint Duathlon testing their endurance in the balmy conditions south of Perth.

Triathletes gave it their all, running and cycling their way to the finish line. Racing took place across three distances including Long Course (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run), Bolt Course (400m swim, 12km bike, 2.5km run) and Novice (100m swim, 6km bike, 1km run).

Just like the weather, the talent was flaming hot out on the course. With Triathlete of the Year (TOTY) points on the line, both Senior and Junior athletes put on an incredible show of skills.

UWA Triathlon Club athlete Nick Thompson took out top spot in the Male Open category, claiming his spot on the TOTY leaderboard after withdrawing from the State Standard Championships earlier in the season. Hot on his heels was Matt Burton (Oceanic Triathlon Club) who crossed the finish line a close second, followed by Zeke Tinley (Bunbury Triathlon Club) in third. Both Burton and Tinley added to their round 1 success, currently sitting equal first on the TOTY leaderboard.

Hot off a win in the LGM Industries Bunbury City Classic, young-gun Aleisha Wesley (North Coast Triathlon Club) seemed unaffected by the quick turnaround, taking out top spot in the Open Female category for the second week in a row. Right behind her was clubmate Madison Toovey (North Coast Triathlon Club) in second place, and Katherine Ryan (Stadium Triathlon Club) in third place. Athletes Indie Arbuckle (Team XTR) and Jessica Claxton (Team XTR) also added to their earlier success, gaining points on the TOTY leaderboard.

Reigning junior age-group TOTY winners, James Kjellgren-Lewis (Fremantle triathlon Club) and Joshua Neervoort (Fremantle Triathlon Club) had impressive performances in the Long Course race. Not afraid to keep up with the senior athletes, Kjellgren-Lewis and Neervoort finished first and second respectively in the 16-19 category, with Daniel Stewart (EFS Triathlon Club) coming in third.

Emily White (Exceed Triathlon Club) raced her way to first place in the 16-19 female category, claiming points to reach second place on the TOTY leaderboard. Abbie Crew (North Coast Triathlon Club) came in second, and the current TOTY leader, Eva Czislowski (Break Your Limits) placed third.  

The next major event on the Triathlon Western Australia calendar is this coming weekend, with the Rockingham Spring Triathlon happening on Sunday, 31 October as part of the Interclub Series.

Competition is heating up after our first race of the season, the LGM Industries Bunbury City Classic, last weekend! Hot on the heels of the Standard Distance Championships – we have our second State Championships event, the EXSS Sprint Duathlon.

The Duathlon State Championships will be held at Champion Lakes Regatta Centre this Sunday, 24 October 2021. More than 130 athletes will compete across three distances including Long Course (750m swim, 20km bike, 5km run), Bolt Course (400m swim, 12km bike, 2.5km run) and Novice (100m swim, 6km bike, 1km run).

As Perth begins to thaw after a frosty winter, athletes will be put to the test in the warm weather at Champion Lakes. They’ll want to be well rested, hydrated and replenished ahead of what’s sure to be an incredible day of racing.

The Open Male field will be red-hot, with plenty of top local talent in the lineup. Athletes Zeke Tinley (Bunbury Triathlon Club), Matt Burton (Oceanic Triathlon Club), and Kurt Wesley (North Coast Triathlon Club) will be looking to increase their early lead State Series standings. Others vying for top points in the Open field will include Guy Crawford (Fremantle Triathlon Club), James Martin (Bunbury Triathlon Club), Reece Harris (Mandurah Triathlon Club), and Nick Thompson (UWA Triathlon Club).

Dennis Deveraux (Bunbury Triathlon Club) and Nige Young (Perth Triathlon Club) will battle it out for top spot in the para field, with Dennis taking an early lead in the State Series rankings after a great performance at Bunbury.

Reigning Open Female Triathlete of the Year, Felicity Sheedy-Ryan (UWA Triathlon Club) will make her season debut taking on hotshots Aleisha Wesley (North Coast Triathlon Club), Jessica Claxton (Team XTR), Madison Toovey (North Coast Triathlon Club) and Indie Arbuckle (Team XTR). Katherine Ryan (Stadium Triathlon Club) will bring experience to the table, having won Triathlete of the Year for her age group in 2020/21.

The junior field is shaping up to be an interesting competition with reigning 16-19 Male Triathlete of the Year James Kjellgren-Lewis (Fremantle Triathlon Club) competing against club mate and fellow age-group Triathlete of the Year Joshua Neervoort. Abbie Crew (North Coast Triathlon Club) will be contending in the long course, giving Eva Czislowski (Break Your Limits) a run for her money.

The EXSS Sprint Duathlon races will commence at 7:50am on Sunday, 24 October at Champion Lakes Regatta Centre. With something for everyone from the novice to the experienced athlete, it is sure to be a great day of racing!

The LGM Bunbury City Classic took place on Sunday, 17 October. Near on 500 competitors took to Koombana Bay to take on events across the Enticer and Standard distances. Almost perfect conditions welcomed athletes from across WA to the Standard Distance Championships and Junior State Series.

The event saw a variety of competitors from first-timers and promising triathletes to elite professionals vying for the State Championship crown. Club alley was in full swing and it was fantastic to see the triathlon community spirit on show so early in the season.

Jonny Sammut (UWA) and Aleisha Wesley (North Coast) were crowned the TWA State Standard Champions. Bunbury Tri Club’s Zeke Tinley came in second and Oceanic’s Matt Burton came third in the males. Kate Bevilaqua (Fremantle) was second and Jessica Claxton (Team XTR) was third in the females.

Senior athletes also took the opportunity to secure some early season TOTY points and State Championship Status.

Our junior athletes also took home early season TOTY points across the Enticer and Sprint distance.

The event also kicked off the TWA Interclub Points scores with the following clubs topping their conference after round 1:

• North – North Coast
• South – Mandurah and Fremantle
• Regional – Bunbury

Congratulations to all who took part in the event, kicking off the new triathlon season in WA. We look forward to seeing the strong showing of competitors and atmosphere at events to come.

The event would not be possible without the dedication of the volunteers and Bunbury Triathlon Club. This event is quickly becoming a favourite on the season calendar and will be one not to miss in years to come.

Our attention now moves to the State Duathlon Championships held this coming Sunday at Champion Lakes, hosted by EXSS.

This Sunday, 17 October, will see Koombana play host to the Triathlon WA State Standard Distance Championships hosted by Bunbury Triathlon Club. Following its postponement from February this year, the event will be the season opener for triathlon in WA.

The LGM Industries Bunbury City Classic is a sold-out event, with over 500 participants taking to the start line in the protected waters of Koombana Bay. The State Standard Distance Championship for seniors is also a world qualifying event and a TWA Junior State Series race.

The Open field will see reigning Triathlete of the Year, Jonny Sammut (UWA) look to secure early season points. He will be put through his paces with a strong male field which includes club mate Nick Thompson (UWA), Kurt Wesley (North Coast), Reece Harris (Mandurah) and Zeke Tinley (Bunbury). Veterans of the sport, Guy Crawford (Fremantle), Blake Kappler (Stadium) and Matt Burton (Oceanic) will be looking to show their endurance and experience across the 1.5km swim, 40km cycle and 10km run. It is great to see former Age Group TOTY winner, James Martin (Bunbury) has made the move across to the open field.

The women’s event will see Ironman Champion, Kate Bevilaqua (Fremantle) take to the start line with young guns, Maddie Toovey (North Coast), Aleisha Wesley (North Coast) and Indie Arbuckle (XTR).

Senior age group racing will see close on 300 participants from across metro and regional WA take on the much-anticipated race. The top 3 members within each age group will be allocated State Championship medals from Triathlon WA.

Our Junior State Series commences this weekend with our 12 – 19 age athletes looking to secure points towards TOTY across the Enticer and Sprint distance.

The LGM Bunbury City Classic starts from 7:00am on Sunday, 17 October, at Koombanna Bay.   

Triathlon Western Australia is seeking nominations from interested and suitably qualified individuals to fill the following Board Positions.

• Appointed Director Position concluding at the TWA AGM in October 2023 and;
• Casual Vacancy Position concluding at the TWA AGM in October 2022.

One of the above appointed directors (based on skills and experience) will be provided with the Treasurer Portfolio. Additional requirements for this position include.

• Monthly financial report to TWA Board
• Assistance with end of year external audit process
• Signature to Triathlon WA Accounts
• Member of the Audit and Risk sub-committee

In addition to the Treasurer position we are seeking a suitably qualified person with experience and skills in Stakeholder and Media Engagement.

TWA is committed to gender diversity within all levels of the sport in Western Australia, including a balanced representation of gender within its leadership.  Females interested in a unique opportunity to contribute at a strategic level to TWA are strongly encouraged to nominate for the vacant Board positions.

Nominations for the position of Appointed Board Member need to be;

• In writing, on the attached nomination form and
• Delivered (in person or electronically) to Executive Director of Triathlon WA at the address below, before 12 noon Tuesday 19 October 2021.

By email to:
Executive Director
Email: ashleigh.apps@wa.triathlon.org.au

Or in Person to

Triathlon Western Australia
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Beatty Park, 220 Vincent Street, NORTH PERTH, WA, 6006

Ph: 08 9443 9778 Office hours 9:00am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday ONLY For more information, please contact Ashleigh Apps, Executive Director, TWA on 08 9443 9778 or ashleigh.apps@wa.triathlon.org.au

CANDIDATE SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Skill Set A: Finance, Accounting or Audit.

Experience or skills include but not limited to;

• Financial planning and budgeting                                                                                                    
• Preparing and interpreting financial reports                                                                                     
• Finance and investment                                                                                                                   
• Knowledge and experience with accounting practice and standards                                              
• Financial processes and controls                                                                                                    

This appointed director will be responsible for the Treasurer Portfolio.

Skill Set B: Stakeholder and Media engagement

Experience or skills include but not limited to;

• Media relations/influence                                                                                                                 
• Communication/ social media strategy                                                                                            
• Crisis communications                                                                                                                     
• Political relations/engagement                                                                                                         
• Member engagement                                                                                                                             

Skill Set C: Other desirable skills

• Director Qualification/ AICD Member
• Previous Board Experience
• Regional Sport Engagement
• Change Management
• Connection to Triathlon WA Community

Interested candidates are required to demonstrate experience in EITHER Skill Set A or B. Additional skills met in Skill Set C is highly desirable.  

Triathlon WA (TWA) is pleased to announce the election of two new directors to its Board, as well as the re-election of one director for another 2-year term.

The TWA AGM on Saturday 2 October 2021, saw the election of two new Board members, Morgan Marsh and John McCann.

Morgan Marsh is a senior executive in the State Public Sector with the responsibility for governance, risk and compliance. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations and Management. Morgan has been involved in the WA triathlon community since 2007 as an active participant across all forms of multisport events.

John McCann holds an engineering degree, an MBA and 29 years working in technical, management and leadership roles. Previously holding a position as General Manager for ExxonMobil’s Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) business in Australia and an Executive Director for the relevant ExxonMobil Australia affiliates, he brings a wealth of business experience and a passion for sound governance and continuous improvement. John has over 36 years of involvement in the sport of triathlon, as a competitor, coach and volunteer.

Brenden Koh was re-elected to the TWA Board.

Brenden joined the Triathlon WA Board in 2019 and has extensive experience in management roles across large corporate organisations responsible for Human Resources, Health & Safety, Risk Management and Operations Management. He holds qualifications inclusive of a Master of Business Administration, Postgraduate Diploma in Health & Safety, and a Bachelor of Health Science as well as completing the AICD Directors Course in Advanced Governance. Brenden has been a member of TWA since 2008 and previously held roles on UWA triathlon committee including President for 8 years.

On behalf of Steve Lyon, President of Triathlon WA we welcome our newest elected Board members and look forward to working together to continue to grow the sport here in WA.