Happy FriYAY Team!

October 2015. World Duathlon Championships. Adelaide. Standard Distance.

On that day, I crossed the finish line in 3rd place. It was an absolute honour, an incredible experience, and a sporting highlight to stand on the podium at a World Championship event here in Australia. Having my parents volunteering on course made it even more special—their encouragement was a huge motivator.

A few years later, I received an email from the ITU: the winner of our category had tested positive for multiple banned substances and was handed an eight-year ban for doping (usually it’s four years).

Whilst I was so proud to now be placed 2nd, I was also absolutely shattered. Yes, shattered. Shattered for myself and my 2 fellow Australians who rightfully placed 1st, 2nd & 3rd. My first thoughts were for Karen, who should have had the chance to stand on top of the podium as a clean World Champion. And for Sarah, who finished 4th on the day, missing the opportunity to stand proudly with us on the podium. While the records have since been corrected and I now hold the rightful silver medal, the moment itself can never be recreated.  

Those who know me, know my passion for Clean Sport—keeping athletes honest and creating a safe, fair environment for everyone, no matter the event, distance, or discipline. Sport is not for drug cheats. As athletes, we all share the responsibility to know exactly what we’re putting into our bodies. Sports Integrity Australia provides resources to check supplements and substances, and I urge every athlete to use the SIA website as the new triathlon season approaches. I’ll never forget when ASADA showed up unannounced at Robina Tri—it was a reminder that they can be anywhere, anytime.

This week, I was saddened to read about the disqualification of the UTMB OCC women’s winner for testing positive for a banned substance. Unfortunately, it happens all too often. Let’s keep pushing for clean sport—for ourselves, for each other, and for the integrity of the competitions we love.

YOU are stronger than YOU think,

Alli

After a few quiet weekends on the racing calendar, we are back ON this weekend! 

SC 70.3 has come around so quickly! We are proudly represented by Martin & Linda and Kylie in the individual event, with our hot shot team of Trinny, Bretty & Neill in the mixed Teams. Jo H is struggling with a bad cold, but we wish her a quick recovery so she can be on the start line for her team as their swimmer. This is always an awesome event, so have fun out there team, kicking off the new race season

Bridge to Brisbane 10km is on Sunday, and we know ER & Dom are going to have amazing runs. They have both been training so well for this one! Go girls.

Swim Run Australia is on Saturday, with 3 distances being covered in this event which goes from Rainbow Bay Beach up to Miami. Coach Alli has been appointed Technical Delegate for this event, which is a great honour & experience. This event is holding the Australian Championships for the Enduro Event, so it should be great viewing & officiating. 

OK Team. The QTS Race Season is about to kick start. In 2 weeks time, we are getting set to take on the Moreton Bay Club Champs, where every single one of us has the chance to make a difference! This event isn't about fast times or podiums, its about showing up, racing with a smile and representing OUR squad with pride. Every finisher earns point for the Club. The more we have on the start line, the stronger we are together and the louder we can make our presence felt.  Lets bring our MSGold energy, spirit and colours to Race 1 and kick start an exciting new season. Check out the FB page for the entry link. 

Noosa swim. So many options for distance. Who is up for the challenge? Don't miss this one.....details on the FB page. 

Lake Hugh Muntz Sessions have been confirmed for the following date. Anyone racing QTS, Worlds, SC 70.3 are more than welcome to come along. Racks will be set up so please bring all your necessary race equipment.  Saturday 20th September // Saturday 4th October. Times TBC on Facebook

Brisbane To Gold Coast 100km is coming around quickly again, so if you haven't entered this challenging but fun ride, make sure you get your entries in. 12th October is the date for this ride

GC50 is also on the 12th October, so for the runners out there, a number of events are available to be run. 

And keep those diaries open for July 2026 with a Tour de France Cycling Tour in the pipelines. I have been in touch with Nathan the organizer this week and we are looking at having a Q&A night in October. I know a few of the crew have questions.....so this will be a great opportunity to meet Nath & fire off your questions!

Please remember the importance of safety in the darker morning out riding AND running. On all our group rides you will be required to have working FRONT and REAR lights. 

parkrun on Tour Chasing the Alphabet Letter I on 27th September

I is for Ipswich! This course is an undulating, 2 lap course through the sporting grounds of Ipswich. Lets light up the course with our colours and make this another parkrun to add to our list of completed!  

There is a delicious Cafe not far from parkrun in the Japanese Gardens which has been recommended, so lets aim for breakfast & coffee after parkrun (Queens Park Cafe near Nerima Gardens) 

MultisportGOLD is all about community and encouraging members to push (safely) individual limits and become stronger athletes.

With the new 2025-2026 Triathlon season kicking off on 1st July 2025, NOW is the time to start logging in your race results. Every parkrun, every race is worth valuable points, so be in it to win and lets see how is going to be our new Club Male & Female Champions!

We have modified the points system, so make sure you know the rules and you MUST be wearing your Multisport Gold kit! We are making the Club Championship to fully acknowledge the commitment and effort required by all MultisportGOLD athletes in getting to the start line and completing any one of the event categories. So it doesn't matter if your a triathlete, or a runner, this series is inclusive for us all!

It is super easy to log your points. Just head to the website, simply fill in the tabs and you're on your way! 

Sunday Rides will be rolling out from Ox Lake at our winter start time of 6.00am. There will be a few different groups this week as we start to target various events or some still enjoying the luxury of coffee kms! 

Swim Squad is on Tuesday & Thursday at Coomera Anglican Aquatic Centre. Please arrive by 5.20am to go through the session and be in the water by 5.30am. 

Tuesday Track is at Griffith Uni. We will be starting warm ups at 5.30pm with a 6.00pm for the main set, remember we may meet on the opposite side of the track if the front straight is busy! 

FriYAY Koffee Kms is rolling out from Cafe 2 at 5.15am, swinging by MnL Roundabout at 5.20am, then toot tooting past Ox Lake at 5.30am, so be ready to jump on....the train will not wait!! Coffee is at Driftwood Cafe at Paradise Point.

Casual fees are to be paid in advance OR at the training session. A casual visit is $10 with pool entry additional paid upon Entry to Rackley's.