Edition 9 - 27 October 2008

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	Play it, live it, love it!	27 October 2008
	The anticipation is building. Competitors and supporters are arriving on the Gold Coast. The sports are ready to play. The entertainment will be huge. It’s the Pan Pacific Masters Games … only days away! Remember to check in regularly to www.mastersgames.com.au for all your important Games information.
	Make sure you Register on arrival
	The Games Village at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre will be a hive of activity starting this Thursday when it opens its doors to participants from 3pm. All participants and supporters MUST register at the Games Village before participating in their sport. This is where you will receive your Games Accreditation and Games Pack. The Games Pack will include the Official Handbook, an $11 ticket offer to the QDeck Gold Coast Blaze game on Wednesday night 5 November, a Pan Pacific Masters Games drink cooler and a Broadbeach Conference Card which provides discounts to a range of local restaurants and retailers. Check out the Games Village Special Edition eBlast in the next email for the opening hours of the Registration Centre within the Games Village.
	Sports Information
	Check out the following pages of the website for key sport information before and during the Pan Pacs: Sports Schedule – days and times that each of the 34 sports are being played Sports Venues – a Gold Coast map showing the location of each sport’s venue Sports Information – this page will include the draw/timetable and results for each sport
	Mazda drives the Pan Pacs in 08
	James Frizelle’s Gold Coast Mazda is delighted to have been named the Official Vehicle Supplier for the 2008 Pan Pacific Master Games. Located centrally in Southport, Gold Coast Mazda’s unwavering commitment to making customers the central focus and giving back to the local community has been rewarded with unmatched customer loyalty and brand awareness. To find out more visit www.goldcoastmazda.com.au , phone (07) 5583 8800, email: mazda@jamesfrizelles.com.au or drop by at the corner of Nind and High Street, Southport. The Gold Coast Mazda sponsorship follows its successful first-time major sponsorship of the Gold Coast Airport Marathon in July, and showcases its support of Queensland and Gold Coast events. And to celebrate it has a super sports deal on the all new Mazda 6. The new version is bigger, faster, more fuel-efficient, yet slightly cheaper that the original 2002 car. Safety is a priority with six airbags, an adroitly calibrated Dynamic Stability Control, cruise control, crushable pedals, and a full size spare as standard. The new Mazda 6 features best in-class aerodynamics, improved comfort, refined slick interior with additional leg room. The Mazda 6 is available in four model grades: the sedan in Limited, Classic and Luxury levels; the hatch as a Classic, Luxury and Luxury Sports; and the wagon in classic trim only. Gold Coast Mazda is offering the new Mazda 6 at gold medal deals from an amazing $29,874 drive away!	Above: Queensland Events Gold Coast General Manager Cam Hart and Andrew Parkes, Sales Manager for James Frizelle's Gold Coast Mazda
	A Financial Health Check won’t hurt a bit
	The Commonwealth Bank will show you how to reduce fees and make sure you’re in the right product. It’s free and it takes just 10 minutes. But it’ll leave you feeling better for years to come. As a major sponsor of the Pan Pacific Masters Games, it’s also the Commonwealth Bank’s pleasure to offer participants, supporters and visitors alike special rates and discounts on the following products and services: • Home and investment home loans • Personal loans • Credit cards • Transaction and savings accounts • Home insurance (including building, contents and personal valuables cover) • Car insurance • Superannuation, managed funds and wealth creation • Life insurance and income protection Come and see the Commonwealth Bank at the Pan Pacs, give your Mobile Lender a call before or check out our offers at www.commbank.com.au/offers Contact Mobile Lender Matt Taffe on 0404 047 408 or matt.taffe@cba.com.au
	Sports Medicine Australia
	Preventing Sports Injuries and Illness This information has been provided by Sports Medicine Australia. SMA is Australia's peak advisory body on all medical and health issues for active people. With the Pan Pacific Masters Games about to start hopefully you have followed our earlier advice and are now in the peak of health, thanks to your months of preparation and training! But even so, there is always a chance of sports related injuries or illnesses occurring and we want you to do all you can to avoid this happening so that you can get the most out of your Games. We know from the scientific research into sports injury prevention that the biggest risk for sustaining a sports injury is having had an injury previously, particularly if that injury has not completely resolved. So if this sounds like you, you should see a doctor with expertise in sports medicine such as Sports Physician or a member of Sports Doctors Australia, or for musculoskeletal injuries you can see a Sports Physiotherapist. As well, SMA recommends that you follow the Smartplay guidelines of: Warm Up Drink Up Gear Up Fix Up This is because: Proper warm up helps to minimize the risk of muscle tears and strains by improving blood circulation, and also prepares both your body and brain for exercise. A lack of adequate fluids can negatively affect sports performance and therefore increase the risk of injury. Heat related illness like heat stroke is also more likely. Properly fitting, appropriate protective equipment in good condition such as eye protection, mouth guards, helmets and gloves can reduce the risk of injury. Also, taping and bracing for existing injuries can reduce the chance of re-injury. Correct shoes for each sport should also be considered to be proper protective equipment. Lastly don’t forget your sunscreen and a hat. If an injury does occur the RICER regime should be followed - Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation, followed by a Referral to a qualified health professional such as a doctor or physiotherapist for an expert diagnosis and treatment plan. Sports Medicine Trainer's role: The Sports Trainer’s prime responsibility is to make sport safer. This is achieved by: Implementing appropriate injury prevention Preparing players for competition Providing the appropriate immediate management of injuries Providing immediate crisis management of severe injuries Informed referral of injuries to a more qualified health professional for further advice and management Ice Information: Ice will be provided as part of the treatment during the Pan Pacific Masters Games. Recovery ice treatments are to be provided by teams whether that be the team organiser or team manager. Strapping information: Preventative strapping will be charged at $5. Competitors that provide their own tape can access free strapping. Strapping for an injury that occurs during the Games competition is free.
	Broadbeach abuzz with entertainment
	Broadbeach will come alive during the Pan Pacific Masters Games with a huge schedule of entertainment planned for the bustling precinct over the nine days. There will be roving performers, latin, blues, jazz, solos and duos, all week through the Broadbeach Mall and surrounds. This is only a short stroll from the Games Village. Click here for a schedule of the Broadbeach entertainment.
	Active & Healthy GC
	Why not check out the Gold Coast City Council’s Active and Healthy program while you’re here on the beautiful Gold Coast. It is a great way to enjoy our parks, exercise, inhale the fresh air, meet interesting people, have a laugh and learn something new. Free and low cost activities on offer from November 1 to 9 2008: Beach and surfing experience for all the family - Free Bring the family along to one of our beautiful beaches and join in this fun and active surf awareness program. Call Trudy on 0432 908 977. Sat 1 Nov, 9am, Main Beach, - Southport SLSC, MacArthur Parade Sat 8 Nov, 9am, Mermaid Beach - Mermaid Beach SLSC, Hedges Avenue Experience the thrill of surfing - $10 to $15 What better place to learn to surf than on world-famous Surfers Paradise beach? All equipment is supplied - just make a booking and get ready to experience the thrill of riding a wave. To book call the Cheyne Horan School of Surf on 1800 227 873 Sat 8am, Surfers Paradise - Corner Hanlon St and The Esplanade Fast Track to Fitness - $5 Power packed outdoor fitness class that uses specific drills and games to improve strength, agility, speed and cardiovascular endurance. Contact Urban Survivor 0401 214 965 Tues & Sat, 6am, Broadbeach - Pratten Park, Old Burleigh Road Thurs 5.30pm Boxing Blast - $3 This energetic cardio box session combines cardio, circuits and boxing to ensure every area of your body becomes trim, taught and terrific. Contact 0412 798 316. Sat 7am, Benowa - Botanic Gardens, 258 Benowa Road Energy Yoga - $2 A dynamic yoga class that is designed to get the energy flowing early and the body moving. Tues 5.30am, Miami - Lions Head Park, Chairlift East Avenue Thurs 5.30am - Labrador, Len Fox Park, Marine Parade Fri 9.30am, Southport - Essence of Living Studio 2/53 Ferry Road Fri 5.30pm, Mermaid - Essence of Living Studio 3/52 Peerless Avenue Sat 7am, Broadbeach - Kurrawa Park, Old Burleigh Road Belly dancing - Free Come along to shimmy and shake for fun, fitness and fantasy. Belly dancing is a low impact activity that is great for coordination. Wed 9.30am, Broadbeach - Cascade Gardens, off Gold Coast Highway Thursday 9.30am, Benowa - Gold Coast Botanic Gardens, 258 Ashmore Road Tai chi - Free Improve your mind and body connection through the control of breath and movement. Mon 8.30am, Burleigh, Justins Park, the Esplanade Tues & Fri 8.00am, Benowa - Gold Coast Botanic Gardens, 258 Benowa Road Sat 8.00am, Southport - GR Thompson Park, Marine Parade
	Media Partners
	Gold Coast Bulletin: The Gold Coast Bulletin is the Coast’s only daily newspaper, and is proud to have supported the Pan Pacific Masters Games since 1998. The Gold Coast Bulletin and online at www.goldcoast.com.au , the website that has become the portal to the city, will publish sporting news, daily highlights as well as photos from the individual events throughout the Games. A limited supply of complimentary copies of the Gold Coast Bulletin will be available for participants each morning of the Pan Pacs at the Games Village Information Booth. 102.9FM Hot Tomato: The Gold Coast radio support for the Pan Pacific Masters Games comes from 102.9 Hot Tomato. 102.9 Hot Tomato - something different for breakfast with Holmsey and Flan 5 till 9 weekday mornings and your local drive home with Mal and Luke. Tune into 102.9 Hot Tomato for all the Games results and updates! Radio 4BC: Brisbane 1116 4BC strives to be the first source for accurate and immediate news and information, utilising its own resources and those of other Fairfax Media outlets interstate. 4BC is the station people choose to get the information they need. NBN Television: NBN Television is in its second event as media partner of the Pan Pacific Masters Games. NBN Television provides commercial production, comprehensive coverage and promotion of the event across its broad and highly rated television network. NBN’s market now stretches from Central Coast in the south to the Gold Coast in the north and west to Moree and Narrabri.
	BCT
	The Airport transfer Specialists, BCT, transfers over 4,000 passengers every month and prides itself on its quality and service. BCT will have a service to suit your needs and budget, call BCT on 1300 763 005 or international +61 7 5575 7029, and receive a 10% discount by simply mentioning the Pan Pacific Masters Games.
	Participant Profile
	Lisa Mumberson - From waiting hours to weighting hours Normally, children will learn sports from their parents, but for athletics participant from Bradbury in NSW, Lisa Mumberson, she literally picked up weight throwing from her daughter Ashleigh and her long training hours. Now with Ashleigh, 18, off to India to compete in the Commonwealth Youth Games from the 12 to 18 October, it seems only fair for Lisa to head northbound in November to attend her second Pan Pacific Masters Games. Lisa took up the sport three years ago when bored with daughter Ashleigh’s long training sessions, three hours a day, four days a week. “I spent a lot of time sitting in the car, and then I got out, and said I wanted to give it a go,” said Lisa. “Ashleigh didn’t want me to – she didn’t want me to embarrass her. And her coach was a bit reluctant to take me on, but I said that if I could have a go I would give it 100 percent, and I did.” Previously a Junior National Speed Skating Champion, Lisa now enjoys her participation in a majority of throw events, competing locally in weekly Bradbury competitions and those held at Homebush Bay. “I love the challenge - it is such a technical sport. But it’s great. “The social side of athletics is also excellent. It is all about meeting great new people constantly, through some great competition.” Travelling Ashleigh’s champion route, the mother and daughter duo are generally able to compete in the same championship events such as the NSW State and National Athletics Championships, with Lisa competing in the Masters and Vets categories. Although coming back from a 10-month training break, Lisa is anticipating the upcoming Pan Pacs as a great holiday, travelling up with a girlfriend who is competing in the walking events. “We will get the whole week up on the Gold Coast, a holiday away from the kids! “She is a walker, but I’ve conned her into throwing as well. But now she’s trying to get me into walking,” said Lisa. With Lisa’s younger daughter also competing recently in national championships for hammer throw, her youngest son a walking competitor, and Ashleigh departing on Friday, Lisa’s training time has been limited. So any helpful hints from the Commonwealth Youth Games participant? “Oh no – she definitely keeps away from me when training! No handy hints there!” With the 2008 Games program already featuring some great competitive track and field events, catch all the action at the Griffith University Athletics track, when the starting gun goes off on Saturday 1 November, running through until Tuesday 4 November.
	The Pan Pacific Masters Games is a major event managed and presented by Queensland Events Gold Coast - a subsidiary of Queensland Events Corporation Pty Ltd. Please note that this email address is unattended. Please email us at info@mastersgames.com.au if you have any questions or would like further information about the 2008 Pan Pacific Masters Games.