Stage 1 ReportIFMAR 2020 IC 1/10 World Championships

Host:
QRCCRA England Park Raceway, Cnr. Leitches Road and Strathwyn Streets, Brendale,Queensland, Australia, 4506

Sole Contact:
Gary Gregory (Chairman) 2020 World Championships Committee
email: 2020worldchampionships@gmail.com
Mob. Telephone: +61 467 264 320

Venue Location:
The weather in Brisbane, Australia for September is a typical balmy 24C (75F) during theday followed by pleasant evening temperature and creates ideal conditions forcompetition.

The race track is located approximately 24 minutes (24klm) from Brisbane
International/Domestic Airport. Coach supplied for International and Interstate competitors
at a discounted cost versus traditional rental car or Taxi hire.
Track Facilities:
Under cover pit areas
Western End Pit Area

Eastern End Pit Area

Additional under cover areas will be available.
Tyre Truing Area:

Compressed Air Equipped Cleanup Area:

Warm Up Area:(Secure Perimeter installed for the event)

Track-side Mechanics Pit Area Below Drivers Sta

Race Control:

Time Keepers:

Drivers Stand:

Front View of Drivers Stand & Race Control:Overhead Track View

Work in Progress:
We are currently installing sector loops in the track so that sector times will be displayedfor each of the three(3) sectors and two (2) additional loops are being installed at theentrance and exit of Pit Lane so that Pit Stop times can also be shown.
A brand new Food and Refreshment building is under way and also a brand new amenities
block and this work will be completed by the fourth quarter 2019.
Special Note:
The facility will have up to twelve 6M X 3M (19ft. X 10ft) air conditioned portable securebuildings on site for use by Race Officials, Teams and anyone wishing to rent them for theevent. One is dedicated for IFMAR official use.
Preliminary Time Schedule:
Friday September 18th: Track Open
Saturday September 19th. Rack Closed and remain closed till September 25 th.
Thursday September 24th. Track closed and Registration open from 1600 to 1800 hours
Friday September 25th . International Practice Day (IPD)
Saturday September 26th. International Practice Day (IPD)
Sunday September 27th. Controlled PracticeMonday September 28th. Timed Practice by Heats – Opening Ceremony
Tuesday September 29th. Timed Practice – Seeding applied
Wednesday September 30th. Three (3) rounds of Qualification
Thursday October 1st. Three (3) rounds of qualifying
Friday October 2nd. Lower Finals
Saturday October 3rd. ¼, ½ finals and Championship Final, Banquet and Awards
Sunday October 4th. Spare Day
Monday October 5th. Track Open to International and Interstate competitors
Note:
Any competitor who has not attended the track in the preceding twelve (12) months will be
eligible to practice on the IPD days as set out above, in accordance with the current
IFMAR rules.
Race Officials:
Worlds Committee Chairman (Event Organiser) Gary Gregory
Race Director: Andrew Shapland
Assistant Race Director: TBA
Time Keeper: Terry Langham (2 assistant time keepers)
Technical Director: Jeff Cochrane (2 additional inspectors)
Additional staff will be announced closer to the Championships.
Security personnel will be on-site at all times for the duration of the event.

Frequencies:
2.4 GHz : All DSS and Spectrum systems. Anyone wishing to use “other” frequencies willneed to contact our organiser for approval prior to arrival at the track.

Concourse d’Elegance:
After the drivers parade all cars competing for Concourse d’Elegance will be presented forinspection and judging.
Accommodation:
Eatons Hill Resort Hotel
646 S Pine Rd, Eatons Hill QLD 403+617 3325 6777
90 Rooms
Comfort Inn North Brisbane
77 Denver Road, Carseldine+617 3554 0219
56 Rooms
Pine Rivers Motel
1244 Anzac Ave, Kallangur QLD 4503
+617 3285 2253
25 Rooms
Alternative Hotel and Camping facilities available.
Special Deals WILL be made available closer to the Championships.
Transport:
A Coach with luggage trailer with driver will be available for the duration of the event. Thiswill include Airport to accommodation including return journey and daily commute to therace track for a fixed fee to ease travel daily to the race track.
Those wishing to use a rental car will be able to contact numerous rental car companies
with a comprehensive list and rates published on the website TBA.

Identity Badges:
Photo ID badges with lanyards will be issued to ALL persons wanting access to the facility
and these must be worn at all times when inside the facility perimeter.
Fuel Supply:
Currently we have commitments for the supply of bulk premix of Runner Time and VP
Fuels with an additional brand to be announced at a later date.

Australian Voltages:
Please take note of the examples below:
Australia uses 240VAC (nominal) at 50Hz. Please see photos for outlet/plug configuration.
We will have a fully Licenced Electrician on site at all times to assist with any last minuteassistance required.

We have AC supply to all pit areas providing close proximity to each designated pit area.
Our on-site Licenced Electrician will be available at all times to assist those in need.
First Aid:
A minimum of 3 qualified First Aid Certificate holders will be in attendance during the entire
event.

Security:
The local Police have been advised of the event and we will be liaising with them atregular intervals to keep them appraised of the event details moving forward.
Event Committee:
Chairman: Gary Gregory
Secretary: Terry Langham
Committee Member: Andrew Shapland(Additional committee members TBA)
Catering:
Contractor and QRCCRA on site.
Closing Statement:
QRCCRA take this opportunity to welcome all International, Interstate and Local
competitors competing in the IFMAR 2020 IC 1:10 World Championships. We are excited
to be once again hosting the world championships and hope all who come to our great city
will be able to avail themselves of the many, many unique attractions to be found here in
Brisbane, the sister cities The Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.
From Beaches, to Skydiving, Restaurants and Entertainment venues right around thegreater Brisbane area.
We would like to thank all of those who contributed to our application, your input has been
invaluable and we will work hard to host a truly memorable event.
Gary Gregory
Chairman2020 Wold Championship Committee