🏊🚴🏃Launceston Triathlon Club
October 2025 Newsletter
🌱 Welcome Back!
Spring is here – the perfect time to get back into training and racing!
Congratulations to everyone who stayed active through winter and to those who’ve already kicked off the season. The coming months bring a mix of favourite races, exciting new events, and plenty of community connection.
🏆 Upcoming Events
📍 Symmons Duathlon – Race2
🗓 Sunday 19 October | 9–11am | Symmons Plains
Fast and fun run–ride–run format with distances for all ages and abilities.
👉Entries close Friday 17 October – [Register Here] https://triathlonaustralia.justgo.com/workbench/public/events?ref=3F38D8DE429F38AB73D3D50A24483AF74BE160A4
📍 Riverside Aquathlon –Saturday 8 November
Swim/run format at Riverside Aquatic Centre, presented in partnership with Transplant Australia. This event celebrates the gift of life with transplant athletes,clinicians, donors, families, and supporters.
📍 George Town Triathlon –Sunday 30 November
A club favourite with something for juniors through to experienced triathletes.
📍 PacBev Bridport Triathlon – State Sprint Series
🗓 Saturday 3 January
An iconic summer race in a stunning coastal setting.
📍 St Helens Triathlon –Saturday 1 February
We’re excited to welcome back this wonderful community race.
👉 Keep an eye on our socials and website for entry links and updates.
🏅 Club Championship Points
This season, points will be awarded across six races.
To qualify:
📌 Save the Date
LTC Strategic Planning Afternoon
🗓 Saturday 8 November | 🕐1–4pm | 📍 Venue TBA
Your voice matters! Join us as we shape the future of our club together.
🏫 Schools Triathlon Challenge
We’ll be running two coaching sessions to help participants build skills and confidence.
👉Register your interest: ltontriclub@gmail.com
🙌 Volunteers
Every event relies on volunteer support. If you can help with marshalling, set-up, timing, or pack-down, please get in touch – even a little help makes a big difference.
🌍 New Partnership
Italy Cycling Tour with Emma Snowsill – 2026
We’re teaming up with Velo Tours Australia for an unforgettable cycling trip through Italy, hosted by Olympic gold medallist Emma Snowsill. 🚴♀️✨
Limited spots available – contact info@velotours.com.au for details.
🎉 Grants Update
We’re thrilled to announce funding for new two-way radios to keep our volunteers connected and our events safe.
Special thanks to the Australian Government and Jess Teesdale MP for supporting grassroots sport in our region.
🧑🤝🧑Welcome New Members
A warm welcome to everyone joining LTC this season! Whether you’re lining up for your first triathlon or your hundredth, we’re so glad you’re here.
🚴 Weekly Training Sessions
All abilities welcome – come and join the fun!
📸 Stay Connected
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for training updates, event photos, and club news. Don’t forget to tag us in your race stories – we love celebrating our community in action!
