23 May, 2014 12:24PM AEST    By Damien Larkins

A Gold Coast dragon boat team is champing at the bit to represent the city on the world stage.

The Broadwater Dragon Boat Club is in final preparations for the 2014 Taipei International Championship later this month.

Club president Terrie Elekana says they are ready to go.

"Having team bonding, having focus, having a big smile on your face and a good attitude," she said.

"Get you through anywhere."

Friday, 23 May 2014 3:00 PM


The Broadwater Dragon Boat Club will represent the Gold Coast when it competes at the 2014 Taipei International Dragon Boat Championship next month.

Mayor Tom Tate met some of the crew members today ahead of their journey to the Gold Coast’s sister city.

"It is only through our sister city relationship with Taipei that the Broadwater Club is able to participate in this international cultural event," he said.