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1. Who participates in the Alice Springs Masters Games?
2. What are the age requirements to compete in the Games?
3. What sports are included in the Alice Springs Masters Games?
4. How often are the Games held?
5. How long have the Games been running for?
6. What is the temperature like in Alice Springs in October- isn't it hot?
7. How do I get around the town when I get there?

NB: The following information is indicative and provided for general guidance only. It is recommended that you verify any information you require with appropriate providers before or during visitation.

Who participates in the Alice Springs Masters Games?
Alice Springs Masters Games’ participants come from all states and territories across Australia and sometimes from overseas. In 2008, registrations exceeded 4,100. With a record number of local registrations, the largest contingent of registrations outside the Northern Territory came from South Australia.

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What are the age requirements to compete in the Games?
The age limits differ between sports and each sport should be checked individually for age requirements. In 2010 the lowest age limit will be 25 years of age for men and women across some sports.

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What sports are included in the Alice Springs Masters Games?

Over 30 sports are available for participants to compete in at the Games and all are listed in detail on the individual sports pages on this website.

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How often are the Games held?
The Alice Springs Masters Games are held biennially, and run for a week in October. In 2010, the Games will commence on 9 October and conclude on 16 October.

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How long have the Games been running for?
The Alice Springs Masters Games started in 1986 and in 2010 will celebrate the 13th Games over 24 years.

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What is the temperature like in Alice Springs in October- isn't it hot?
The average maximum temperature for October is 31.5C, the average minimum is 14.8C. Many of the sports are played in the early morning or afternoon and evening. Remember to drink plenty of water and wear sunscreen and a hat if you are competing outdoors.

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How do I get around the town when I get there?
There is a free shuttle bus service throughout Games week running between the centre of town and the Games Centre. The Games provides a free bus service to and from sport venues throughout the Games. Further information is printed in the souvenir program.

There is a fleet of taxis and private hire cars with standard flagfalls and rates per kilometre- the average taxi fare to get you anywhere in Alice is around $10.

A regular public bus service operates on extensive routes, bypassing most motels, hotels and sporting grounds with an average fare of $3.

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Kings Creek Station
Kings Creek Station is located 34km before Kings Canyon. The sarfari cabins are:
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There is a communal toilet/shower block exclusively for the cabin guests.
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Bond Springs
Bond Springs Outback Retreat is located 20 minutes north of Alice Springs.

We have 2 self contained cottages available.
For more information please contact Lara on 08 89529 888.

www.outbackretreat.com.au


A Good Rest B&B
There is a private villa and two queen bedrooms in the main house.

For more information please contact Margaret on 08 89525 272 or agoodrest@bigpond.com
website www.agoodrest.com.au


Gemtree Caravan Park
We are 140kms NE of Alice on the Plenty Highway.

We have only limited cabin accommodation - 2 cabins and one on-site van.

However there is ample space for campers or caravanners.

If you are interested in staying at the Gemtree Caravan Park please contact us on 89569 855.


Alice's Secret
Has still got 30 beds available. All beds are $40 during the Alice Springs Masters Games. For more information please contact us on 1800 783 633


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ALICE SPRINGS NT 0871
1800 658 951
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