Council to sponsor children's triathlon for two years

Gosford Council has agreed to cover operational costs and associated fees for the next two years for an annual children's triathlon held at the Peninsula Leisure Centre and James Browne Oval on Sunday, February 2.

The sponsorship will be to a maximum value of $21,568.40.

The event has been held on the Central Coast for seven years and was held in Woy Woy on Sunday, January 20, this year in association with Gosford Council for the second consecutive year.

The series aims to inspire children to get off the couch and get active, swimming, riding and running their way to the finish line in a friendly and supportive environment.

The event attracted a record 1227 registrations from ages seven to 15 years old at last year's event.

Council provided assistance in staging the event through the waiving of hire fees for Peninsula Leisure Centre Pool Hall and James Browne Oval.

In addition, operational costs for lifeguards, Peninsula Leisure Centre Cleaning costs, traffic management equipment hire and VMS signage hire, and food inspection fees were also covered as part of Council's commitment.

Post event parent feedback was sought with 85 per cent of 149 parents "really enjoying" the whole event and 85 per cent of parents admitting that the event had a positive effect on their child's confidence and self-esteem.

Gosford Council Agenda ECO.20, 6 Aug 2013