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Waterski

2012 Mastercraft-Headzone Australian Open Waterski Titles


Saturday 25 – Sunday 26 February 2012
Australia’s "cream of the crop" slalom, trick and jump skiers are vying for the title as well as competitors from around the world including Japan, USA, England and New Zealand. Gates open 7am with the tournament start at 8am on the Saturday, all set to wrap up Sunday afternoon.

Contact Kim Kinnear by phone on 6585 0080 or by e-mail at info@stoneypark.com.au for further information.


National Touch League

2012 X-Blades National Touch League


Thursday 8 – Sunday 11 March 2012
The 2012 X-Blades National Touch League will be held in Port Macquarie. The venue for the events will be the Port Macquarie Regional Stadium and Tuffins Lane Precinct. This event will see more than 4,000 players, support personnel, family and friends visiting the area for the competition.

Contact Mark Spear by phone on 0448 627 847 or by e-mail at mark.spear@austouch.com.au for further information.


Body Boarding

Port Macquarie Festival of Bodyboarding


Saturday 14 – Saturday 21 April 2012
The International Bodyboarding Association are bringing the excitement of their rapidly expanding sport to Port Macquarie with the International Bodyboarding Championships. With the 25th Anniversary of the Port Macquarie Team’s Challenge through to a mix of international Bodyboarding action, this eight-day event creates the Port Macquarie Festival of Bodyboarding.

Contact Gregg Taylor by phone on 0408 488 577 or by e-mail at gregg@ibaworldtour.com for further information.


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2012 Ironman Australia Triathlon Port Macquarie


Sunday 6 May 2012
Ironman Australia, will be held at Port Macquarie, on one of the most stunning Ironman courses in the world involving over 1,500 competitors competing in this gruelling event, with a 3.8km swim in the Hastings River, the 180km cycle winds its way along beside the Pacific Ocean on the beautiful and undulating Pacific Drive. The 42.2km run of the race takes athletes through the city centre waterfront where thousands of spectators can view the race surrounded by the conveniences of cafes, shops and accommodation.

Contact Greater Port Macquarie Visitor Information Centre by phone on 1300 303 155 or by e-mail at tourism.marketing@pmhc.nsw.gov.au for further information.


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Slice of Haven Food and Wine Festival


Sunday 27 May 2012
If spending a Sunday with a dollop of indulgence and a dash of quirky entices you, then mark May 27 as a Sunday to spend by the river at the fifth annual Slice of Haven Food and Wine Festival. Slice of Haven is your chance to sample a delicious taste of food and wine from the Camden Haven region – 30 minutes south of Port Macquarie.

Contact Jenelle Nosworthy - Co-ordinator by phone on 0417 702 993 or by e-mail at enquiries@sliceofhaven.com.au for further information.


Lawn Bowls

NSW Women’s Bowling Association 83rd State Carnival


Monday 28 May 2012 to Friday 1 June 2012
With almost 1700 bowlers descending on the Hastings for five days, Port Macquarie is looking forward to showcasing all that our beautiful region has to offer. Three days play: Monday 28th May, Tuesday 29th May, and Wednesday 30th May. Two games of 18 ends each day. Come down and watch these skilful women bowlers. Semi-Final and Final on Friday 1st June. Proudly sponsored by Port City BC, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council and CountryLink, with host club Port City Bowling Club.

Contact Head Office by phone on 02 9267 7155 or by e-mail at reception@womensbowlsnsw.org for further information.


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NSW Longboard Titles 2012


Sunday 17 June 2012 to Sunday 1 July 2012
Port Macquarie's luscious beaches play host once again to the Longboard titles for NSW in 2012. More than 200 competitors will take part in the event, across 13 divisions. Surfers come from up and down the NSW coast and compete for a spot in the NSW team to contest the Australian titles in Port Macquarie in August.

Contact Rob Nedwich by phone on 0411 285 533 or by e-mail at secretary@nswla.org.au for further information.


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Australian Formula Powerboat Grand Prix


Saturday 28 – Sunday 29 July 2012
Formula powerboat racing is an extreme sport that is both fast and colourful. Explosive starts, hairpin turns and high speed passing maneuvers provide continuous action and excitement for spectators of all ages. Spectators can view the entire course from any vantage point, ensuring that they don’t miss any of the action.

Contact Event Co-ordinator - Tara Thompson by phone on 0420 569 099 or by e-mail at eventcoordinator@formulapowerboats.com.au for further information.


Australian Surf Festival

Australian Surf Festival


Saturday 11 – Saturday 25 August 2012
The Australian Surf Titles have been held since 1964, the longest running surf event in Australia. The Australian Surf Festival combines the Australian Longboard Titles, the Australian Surfmasters Titles and the Australian Stand Up Paddle Titles expanding into a unique celebration of the Australian surf lifestyle. It's a massive celebrations of 48 years of surfing tradition.

Contact Luke Madden by phone on 02 9349 7055 or by e-mail at luke@surfingnsw.com.au for further information.


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