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Dragon boat ready to take on the world

27/5/2014

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PictureThe Broadwater Dragons include rowers ageing eight to 82, from all walks of life. (ABC Local:Damien Larkins)
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."

The paddlers have been training three days a week since receiving the invitation to Taipei four months ago.

From ages eight to 72, the team boasts 27 enthusiastic locals from all walks of life.

"We have students, we have people that work for the public service, we have people that work for council, we have people that work in private enterprise, have their own businesses," Terrie said.

"We're just a diverse group of people."

Strengthening sister cities

Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate rolled up his sleeves (and pants) to have a row and wish the team good luck.

"One thing about the Gold Coasters, once we get out there in competition, we're pretty competitive," he said.

The trip is aimed at strengthening the sister city relationship with Taipei.

"It's part of the culture exchange... to embrace Gold Coast ideas of being sporty and outdoor, at the same time a little bit of Chinese culture," he said.

"That's how friendships are built."

The 2014 Taipei International Dragon Boat Championship is on from May 29 to June 2.

Source: http://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2014/05/23/4010792.htm
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