20th Australian Masters Games 2025
We're thrilled to be part of the 20th Australian Masters Games 2025 and hosting the Dragon Boat Competition! With thousands of competitors converging to the National Capital from around Australia, it's going to be three epic days of competition and power on Lake Burley Griffin!
This page is your one stop shop for anything you need to know about Dragon Boating at the Australian Masters Games. If it's not on the Australian Masters Games website or in the Bulletins, you'll find it here.
If you're looking for information and you can't find it on this page, let us know! Email us directly at admin@dbact.com.au.
News and Updates
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Bulletin 3
Competition Rules and Regulations
Edition 12.1 of the AusDBF Competition Regulations and Rules of Racing will be in use for the Australian Masters Games. We encourage all clubs to read the latest rules to ensure your entries comply. You can download the rules and regulations here.
Crew Lists
You will have to manually produce crew lists. All team managers will be asked to complete a template, listing their team names per category. These lists will be used for marshalling and are required to be submitted to Race Administration by 7.00am on the mornings of Day 1 (200m) and Day 3 (1000m).
Crew List - 200m
Crew List - 1000m
Race Draw
The race draw can be downloaded here.
Due to the number of entries received for the 1000m turns race, for safety reasons and to ensure that everyone gets to race the 1000m race, this will now be run over a 500m course with two turns. The placings from each category in same age division from the 200m racing will be used to work out the starting order. The standard 2000m rules will apply (refer to R10 in AusDBF Rules of Racing).
Souvenir Program
If you wish your Team to be included in the souvenir program, please send a .JPEG club photo and maximum 200 word history of your club/team) to events@dbact.com.au by Sunday 28 September. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Transport and Parking
Everything you need to know about transport and parking can be found here.
Site information
Site maps and site information can be found here.
Volunteering
As one of the biggest sporting competitions at the Australian Masters Games, we cannot make this a great event without the support of an army of volunteers. Whether you know all about dragon boat racing or have never heard of it before we would welcome you to offer your time to fill one of the many volunteer positions that are available over the three days of racing. From boat loading, marshalling and timekeeping through to announcing and runner, there's something for everyone, even if you've never volunteered at a local regatta before!
As one of our valued volunteers, you will be provided with a volunteer shirt. You will also be provided with lunch, morning and afternoon tea. As part of your role you will be given a detailed briefing each day for each position you may fill. Half and full day shifts will be available in a variety of roles and you can volunteer for as many days as you like. You do not need to sign up for the full duration of the event.
If you have any questions about volunteering, please email us at admin@dbact.com.au. Otherwise, register your interest by completing the Google Form here.
Accredited Race Officials
If you are an AusDBF Accredited Race Official, register your availability to be an official at the Australian Masters Gamesby completing the Google Form here.
Merchandise
Gear up with limited edition 20th Australian Masters Games apparel and merchandise!
Get ready to wear your Games loud and proud, the Australian Masters Games merchandise store is now open. Thanks to our Official Apparel and Merchandise Partner, Belgravia Apparel, you can now pre-order limited edition apparel and accessories to commemorate the 20th edition of the Games in Canberra.
This year, you can choose from lifestyle fits, accessories featuring ‘Pathways of Ngunnawal’ artwork by Jody-Sherie Godfrey, Dragon Boating threads, and more!
What You Need to Know
- Pre-sale is click and collect only (no delivery)
- Pick up at the Belgravia Shop at the Games Accreditation Centre during the Games (Canberra, ACT)
- Pre-orders close at midnight on Sunday 7 September 2025
- Limited stock will be available to buy in-person during the Games
- There are no refunds or exchanges on Pre-Order Sale products
- More items coming soon
From lifestyle wear to sport-specific gear, this is your chance to lock in a piece of Games history.
What are you waiting for? Lock in your look today, visit the online AMG merchandise shop!
Acccommodation
See accommodation options and deals on our AMG accommodation page.
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