Registrations
Can I obtain my accrediation pass in Ballarat?
All participants are strongly advised to accredit at the Games Centre in Melbourne.
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Ballarat will have a Customer Service Centre which will be operational from Monday 7 October, to assist competitors with any Games related questions they may have during the week of competition.
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When will the rowing draw be released?
The draw for all categories and events will be posted in mid September.
What happens if someone in my crew can no longer attend the Melbourne 2002 World Masters?
You will have to arrange for a Transfer, with another registered rower, as no additional rowers will be allowed.
The replacement (incoming) rower must fit the exact same criteria as the outgoing rower - this includes age, gender, and sport. If the outgoing rower is registered in more than one event within Rowing or more than one sport the replacement (incoming) rower can withdraw from any event, but cannot add event/s.
The Transfer of Registrations will be handled by the Customer Service Desk at the Games Centre during the Games period.
The replacement (incoming) rower must bring written authorisation, including a signature from the outgoing player with them to enable a Transfer of Registration to occur during the Games period.
Once the Rowing Regatta has begun, what happens if a crew member is unable to race?
Fifty percent of the members of a crew can be substituted. However, all changes must be notified to the Regatta Secretary on official substitution forms at least 30 minutes prior to the first race of that crew.
Training
Will Lake Wendouree be available to train in prior to Wednesday October 9?
Yes. You will be able to access Lake Wendouree for training from Sunday October 6 to Tuesday October 8.
What boat storage will be available prior to the Regatta starting?
Boat racks will be set up about 400m from the finish. This area will be available from Saturday 5 October.
Will there be security provided in the boat storage area prior to, and during the Regatta?
Yes, security of boats will be provided from the end of the Intervarsity Games (4 Ocotber) right throught to the end of the M2002WMG on October 13.
Will ergo's be provided for warming-up?
Yes. Sykes Racing Australia will be providing ergo's for rowers to warm-up on.
Crew Composition
What is the gender ratio for mixed crews?
Mixed teams, excluding the coxswain, have to be composed of 50% women and 50% men. The coxswain may be of either gender.
Does our crew have to race in uniform clothing?
Members of the same crew must compete wearing uniform clothing (vests, shorts and any additional garments). Rowing in uniform dress will not be enforced for mixed teams, but is preferred.