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Hell of the West Weekend

2026

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GOONDIWINDI

7th 8th MARCH 2026

The Goondiwindi Triathlon club presents a HELLISH weekend of multisport! Come and experience Goondiwindi's unique race conditions and country hospitality all performed in some HELLISH conditions!

Kenway and Clark – Super Saturday

The weekend starts with the Kenway and Clark – Super-Saturday events which are designed to be inclusive of all ages and fitness levels. There are three events to choose from;

  • Gundy Inferno - 5k or 10K Charity Run
  • Firestarter - Super Sprint Triathlon - Ages 12+
  • Hell Kids Triathlon - Ages 6-11yrs

TOTAL AG – HELL OF THE WEST

While many long course events come and go there is only one HELL OF THE WEST. An event that is known as Queensland’s toughest triathlon and steeped in Australia’s triathlon history for 35 years.

  • 2km Swim / 80km Bike/ 20km Run
  • Individuals, Teams and Aquabike
  • Queensland Long course championships
  • Race bag including running cap
  • Finisher towel (100% cotton)
  • Podium prizes and medals
  • $17,000 worth of prize money

This iconic long course triathlon event started in 1989 and has been a bucket list event for weekend warriors and world level triathletes ever since.



AusTriathlon Qld State Series Competitors

  • When racing HOTW, to be included in Qld State Series you must be a Standard or Premium member
  • HOTW is hosting the 25/26 Qld Long Course Championship event and Gold, Silver and Bronze will be awarded to eligible competitors
  • HOTW is a Championship Race, eligible competitors who place top 10 in their Age Group receive double points
  • Click here for more information and FAQ on Triathlon Queensland state series.

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Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

Gundy Inferno 5k Closed

Online registration closed

  • Charity event with monies raised to support local PCYC

    1. A$50.00

      Regular

      Sept 27 – Mar 5
    2. A$60.00

      Late

      Mar 5 – Mar 5

Gundy Inferno 10k Closed

Online registration closed

  • Charity event with monies raised to support local PCYC

    1. A$50.00

      Regular

      Sept 27 – Mar 5
    2. A$60.00

      Late

      Mar 5 – Mar 5

FireStarter Triathlon Closed

Online registration closed

  • 200m Swim + 7.5km Bike + 2km Run

    1. A$60.00

      Regular

      Sept 27 – Mar 5
    2. A$70.00

      Late

      Mar 5 – Mar 5

Hell Kids Triathlon (6 - 9 Years Old) Closed

Online registration closed

  • 6-9 years - 50m Swim + 2.5km Bike + 500m Run Age is calculated at 31/12/2025

    1. A$35.00

      Regular

      Sept 27 – Mar 5
    2. A$50.00

      Late

      Mar 5 – Mar 5

Hell Kids Triathlon (10 - 11 Years Old) Closed

Online registration closed

  • 100m Swim + 5km Bike + 1km Run Age is calculated at 31/12/2025

    1. A$35.00

      Regular

      Sept 27 – Mar 5
    2. A$50.00

      Late

      Mar 5 – Mar 5

FireStarter Tri Team (Team Captain) Closed

Online registration closed

  • Team Captain registers here first and pays for the team then team members join after. 200m Swim + 7.5km Bike + 2km Run

    1. A$60.00

      Regular

      Sept 27 – Mar 5
    2. A$70.00

      Late

      Mar 5 – Mar 5

FireStarter Tri Team (Team Member) Closed

Online registration closed

  • Team Captain has to register the team and pay first and then team members register here.

    1. Free
      Sept 27 – Mar 5
    2. Free
      Mar 5 – Mar 5

HOTW Tri General Athlete Closed

Online registration closed

  • Individual Age Group competitors entering HOTW - 2km Swim / 80km Bike/ 20km Run

    1. A$265.00

      Early Bird

      Sept 27 – Nov 17
    2. A$310.00

      Regular

      Nov 17 – Feb 7
    3. A$350.00

      Late

      Feb 7 – Mar 5

HOTW Tri Pro/Elite Athlete Closed

Online registration closed

  • For Pro/Elite triathletes who race for overall honours and share $17000 prize pool. 2km Swim / 80km Bike/ 20km Run.

    1. A$265.00

      Early Bird

      Sept 27 – Nov 17
    2. A$310.00

      Regular

      Nov 17 – Feb 7
    3. A$350.00

      Late

      Feb 7 – Mar 5

HOTW AquaBike Closed

Online registration closed

  • HOTW AquaBike 2km swim / 80km bike

    1. A$235.00

      Early Bird

      Sept 27 – Nov 17
    2. A$270.00

      Regular

      Nov 17 – Feb 7
    3. A$310.00

      Late

      Feb 7 – Mar 5

HOTW Tri Team (Team Member) Closed

Online registration closed

  • Team members register ONLY once Team Captain has registered and payment made.

    1. Free
      Sept 27 – Nov 17
    2. Free
      Nov 17 – Feb 7
    3. Free
      Feb 7 – Mar 5

HOTW Tri Team (Team Captain) Closed

Online registration closed

  • Team Captain registers here first, pays for the team then team members join once given team code.

    1. A$335.00

      Early Bird

      Sept 27 – Nov 17
    2. A$380.00

      Regular

      Nov 17 – Feb 7
    3. A$420.00

      Late

      Feb 7 – Mar 5

Contact information

Event contact
Liesl Richards
Phone
0427585348
Website
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