2013 will host an exciting one day event for paddle craft from Northam to Toodyay.
If you’re training for the full event in the future, or just want to challenge yourself and have some fun, then enter solo or pair up with a friend to take on day one of the unique Avon Descent. You’ll encounter the thrill of Extracts Weir, Toodyay Rapid and Alby’s Ford all in one action packed day.
See you on the Avon!
Are you, or someone you know, a legend of the Avon Descent? Nominations are now open for 2013. Integrity, sportsmanship and character will be a consideration for any nominee to Legend Status. Nominations are open until 30th June, 2013 and Legends will be announced at an event function prior to the Avon Descent.
For more information, and for a nomination form, CLICK HERE.
Get in early and secure your spot at the 2013 Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent! Registrations for all competitors open on Sunday 19 May. Get your team together, polish off your water craft and get set for another amazing year on the Avon River.
If you’re one of the first 300 entrants, you’ll have the chance to be one of 5 lucky competitors to receive a FREE entry!
This year, the event will take place on Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th August, with teams and individuals making the descent from Northam to Bayswater in paddle craft and spectacular power craft. If you’re up for a challenge, then sign up and hit the water to prepare for the World’s Greatest White Water Event!
Swim to Rotto with act-belong-commit
Earlier this year, act-belong-commit ambassador Garth undertook his first attempt of the Rottnest Channel Swim. Next year, Garth is going back for more and is calling fellow Western Australians to join him by registering as part of the ‘act-belong-commit swim to Rotto’ team.
“Participating in the Rotto Swim is the epitome of the act-belong-commit message” says Garth.
“Not only do you have to physically prepare, you have to mentally prepare as well” he said.
Garth hopes that by recruiting a team of like-minded people to participate in the 2013 event, he will inspire others to join in the training and help spread the mentally healthy message on the day.
“You gain a tremendous sense of connectedness by being part of such a gruelling event and the feeling of achievement after conquering the swim is enormous” he said.
Check out the act-belong-commit team website garth04.wix.com/abc-swim-rotto
This year the swim is being held on Saturday 23rd February 2013. If you are interested in joining the act-belong-commit swim to Rotto team, register your interest at info@actbelongcommit.org.au or call (08) 9266 4648.
If you have lost or found any items over the Avon Descent Weekend please email details to info@avondescent.com.au and the information will be uploaded onto this page.
Found
Pentax waterproof camera with yellow heavy duty strap. Thrown to spectator after Northam Weir.
Contact Avon Descent Office 9287 1877 if this is yours.
Found
Casio Exilm Camera SIlver in Black Case.
Contact Avon Descent Office 9287 1877 if this is yours.
Found
On Sunday on Lovers Lane as we were leaving the Avon Descent, we found a light blue/black pack on the side of the road with two distinctive colours sleeping bags, phone charger and keys to garage, automatic door opening for garage, and other keys plus cyclist gloves.
Please contact info@avondescent.com.au if this is yours.
Borrowed
Brendan Goggins- I broke a paddle at Syds and another competitor kindly borrowed me his spare.His name was Robert O’Brien and that’s all the info I have. I’d appreciate it if you could forward a phone number so I can drop his paddle back to him and show my appreciation.
Please email him: Brendan.Goggins@aquinas.wa.edu.au
Lost
Chris Browner- LOST one right hand glove, black very large fitting. Lost about half way into leg one on day one.
If found please call/text 0459179310.
Lost
Blue rain jacket that was lost at the Bayswater finish line area on Sunday afternoon. Possibly left at the end of the bar area outside the tent area, or in the main toilet building.
Please email info@avondescent.com.au if you have this item.
Lost
Silver Digitial Camera. Lost near dunbarton bridge. It has photo’s of competitor 550 on it if you look. Please contact owner on 0419049942 if you have it or know anything about this missing camera.
Brookfield Rail owns and operates more than 5,100km of critical rail infrastructure throughout the southern half of Western Australia, with 339km of this residing in the Avon Valley.
We wish to remind you that trains will still operate as normal through the Avon Valley over the Avon Descent weekend, so please be extra vigilant around the railway.
At Brookfield Rail, the safety of our people, customers and communities is our priority.
Please remember that when crossing the railway by foot or in a vehicle, ONLY cross at designated crossings. Trespass on the rail corridor without appropriate permission is illegal, and highly dangerous.
Over the weekend we’d also like to remind you to follow the instructions from Brookfield Rail employees and obey the stop signs at level crossings.
We wish everyone a safe weekend and look forward to seeing you back in 2013.
2012 Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Family Fun Days
Looking for a great way to catch all the action of the 40th Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent white water race from Northam to Bayswater, while keeping the whole family entertained?
Experience the excitement of the world’s greatest white water event at five, free Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Family Fun Days held at picturesque riverside locations in Northam, Toodyay, Guildford, Belmont and Bayswater. Held over the weekend of the race, the family fun days are a great way to follow the thrills and spills, along with plenty of free entertainment, live race commentary, and activities for all ages.
Kick-off the celebrations with fireworks and a street parade at the Northam’s Avon River Festival on Friday, 3 August at Bernard Park in Northam. Combine race action with delicious cuisine at the Toodyay International Food Festival on Saturday, 4 August at Duidgee Park and Stirling Park in Toodyay. Choose from three great events full of entertainment, activities and live race commentary on Sunday, 5 August, at Fishmarket Reserve in Guildford, Garvey Park in Ascot, and Riverside Gardens in Bayswater.
Like a reminder about the 2012 Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Family Fun Days closer to the date so you don’t miss any of the action? Simply SMS ‘Avon’ to 0410 909 090, and you’ll receive a friendly text message to remind you the week prior to the events.
Standard SMS charges apply. Reply ‘stop’ to unsubscribe at any time. Privacy is assured.
The 2012 Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Family Fun Days are proudly presented by the local governments of Bayswater, Belmont, Northam, Swan and Toodyay, and are supported by the Eastern Metropolitan Regional Council and Lotterywest.
For more information on the 2012 Act-Belong-Commit Avon Descent Family Fun Days, visit: http://www.avondescent.com.au/?page_id=183.
96FM has attained market leadership for the first time since 1992 and is now Perth’s Number 1 radio station.
96FM has achieved Number 1 All People 10+ with a 13.3% audience share. The station also delivered its fourth consecutive increase in Cume – reaching 328,000 listeners – and experienced the highest Time Spent Listening of any FM radio station in Perth.
96FM’s Breakfast Show with Blackers, Carmen & Fitzi was the star performer this survey, increasing its overall audience share from 9.5% to 12.4% (Up 2.9%).
96FM’s key sessions again performed beyond expectation:
Breakfast with Blackers, Carmen & Fitzi: 12.4% All People 10+ (Up 2.9%)
Mornings with Mark Pascoe: 15.3% All People 10+ (Up 1.2% and Number 1)
Afternoons with Wayne McClean: 17.7% All People 10+ (Up 0.9% and Number 1)
Drive with Darren de Mello: 12.9% All People 10+ (Up 0.5%)
Nights with Alice Cooper: 10.7% All People 10+ (Up 2.7%)
96FM achieved Number 1 All People 25-54 with a share of 17.3%. 96FM remains the Number 1 choice for workday listeners between 9.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, with a share of 15.9%.
96FM’s Program Director Brad McNally said “Today’s result is something we have been working towards for quite some time – and to see the results of our new strategy pay off so quickly is a tremendous testament to the hard working and relentlessly focused team here at 96FM”.
96FM’s General Manager Martin Boylen said “This is a fantastic result for the entire team here at 96FM who have believed in the new programming strategy and have worked tirelessly to achieve the Number 1 position. We will continue to refine the radio station and deliver an on-air product that is innovative, compelling, relevant and enjoyable to our listeners”.
Further Information
Brad McNally
Program Director
96FM Perth | (08) 9323 9600
