Overview

Fourteen years strong and not slowing down, be part of Australia’s favourite long-course!  The “Big Husky” Triathlon Festival has grown to become one of Australia’s most loved of the ‘Long Course’ events.  2019 marks 14 years of Big Husky excitement!

Along with the Ultimate Distance race, we have a packed Huskisson triathlon program that includes Sprint & Super Sprint distance triathlons, Ocean Swim, Fun Runs, MINIMAN kids’ triathlon and our massive Health & Lifestyle Expo.

This year’s festival also features a new event – the popular Classic Distance Triathlon.

Huskisson is a spectacular spot to race and holiday with great local cafes and restaurants, a range of accommodation from camping, cabins, motels, the famous Husky Pub through to beach front homes.

Schedule

Partners

NAMING RIGHTS PARTNER 

Shimano’s goal in life and business is to help people get closer to nature through the cycling activities they enjoy most. Providers of premium bicycle componentry and partnering with our events providing mechanical support. 

Presenting Partner

As a not-for-profit mutual fund, we work for you. We know health insurance can be confusing, so we keep it simple and tell it like it is.

Vehicle Partner

Based at South Nowra, we have a large range of new and quality used vehicles. Our fantastic team can also provide you with genuine servicing, finance, insurance and a massive range of parts & accessories. Come in to test drive a car to receive a % off Elite Energy Events

RUN LEG SPONSOR

Light, fast, revolutionary. HOKA has changed running forever. In 2018, HOKA was the most popular shoe at Hawaiian Ironman, KONA. Why are the world's toughest competitive and recreational endurance athletes switching to a shoe that didn't exist 10 years ago? Athletes give many reasons, but it all comes back to 3 things - comfort, enjoying the run, and trust. Haven't found your HOKA? We bet we can change your mind!

BIKE LEG NAMING PARTNER

Felt Bicycles is a performance-oriented brand focused on making cutting-edge bicycles for Road, Triathlon, Track, MTB, Cyclocross, Gravel, Adventure and more. Check the range out at the expo on race weekend. 

MINIMAN Sponsor

Blue Dinosaur exists to create the best snack food bars the world has ever seen. We start with a collection of beautiful ingredients that your body wants to eat and combine them into a bar for your convenience.

LOCAL COUNCIL

Experience the unspoilt #Shoalhaven – a foodie, nature and adventure lover’s paradise. Just 2 hours from Sydney.

Proudly part of Shoalhaven City Council

Shoalhaven Water manages the collection, treatment and distribution of water in the Shoalhaven City.  We also collect, treat and dispose of wastewater safely back into the environment.

Independent Grocers of Australia is a chain of supermarkets.  IGA Callala supermarket is stocked with market fresh produce and a great range of groceries with 1000s of weekly specials. Located at Callala Bay!

The Huskisson our local partner, open all weekend serving food, cold drinks and beers to make sure you celebrate your wins or commiserate your losses! Great views across the bay and options to chill on the deck outside or in the cool air conditioned area.  

ROOFING PARTNER

Founded on the core principles of customer-focused service, excellence in workmanship and the supply of quality Australian-made LYSAGHT® steel building products made from colorbond® steel, designed to enhance the look and style of every home.  Our enviable reputation has been built on providing high-quality products, guaranteed quality installation, competitive pricing, expertise for all project sizes and service throughout NSW and the ACT.

Hydration Partner

Being hydrated well helps you perform at your best. Are you hydrated enough? Calculate now >>

With 12 holiday parks in the Shoalhaven region, Holiday Haven offer a range of accommodation options for our events. Check out the Accommodation section for more details. 

Event Partner

Rudy Project sports eyewear and cycling helmets represent Europe’s finest in design and craftsmanship.

LOCAL SPONSOR

Supporting the local community. We like to focus on activities that improve the health and wellbeing of Australian children. We contribute to sporting events and organisations that develop kids’ sports skills and provide opportunities for them to play.

Recovery Partner

Whole Body Cryotherapy is an ideal treatment because it is Whole Body, Holistic and Non Invasive, with benefits to soft tissue, internal organs, the nervous system & energy meridians.

BOOKING PARTNER

Let's Do This is an online marketplace for endurance events. Whether it's your first 5k or your tenth long distance race, Let's Do This helps its users find and book the best running, triathlon, cycling and obstacle events in Australia and around the world. 

Getting there

Directions from Sydney – Approximately 2.5 – 3 hours.

• Take the Princes Highway past Wollongong to Nowra.
• 14.5 km south of the Nowra Bridge, take the Jervis Bay turnoff on your left onto Jervis bay Road.
• Drive for 7.5km and take the Huskisson turnoff on your left onto Huskisson Road.
• Continue onto Tomerong Street
• Take a slight right onto Sydney Street
• Take the second left onto Owen Street, make your way to the roundabout and you’ll find Huskisson village

Directions from Canberra – Approximately 2.5 hours 

Please note there are two options using the ‘back way’ from Canberra. Both include some dirt road and should not be attempted in heavy rains or following storms, due to the flooding of low-level crossings.

• Option one: This route includes approximately five kilometres of dirt. Travel to Bungendore and then Tarago, continuing to follow signs to Nowra, Nerriga, Oallen and then onto Turpentine Road.
• Option two: This route has about 30km of dirt. Travel directly to Braidwood, turning left at Braidwood road to Nerriga and then following this road for 40kms. Turn right onto Turpentine Road.
• From Turpentine Road (both options): Follow the signs to Tomerong and Batemans Bay.
• Turn right at the Princes Highway, then turn left to St Georges Basin and Tomerong after about two kilometres.
• After about 200m, turn left to Tomerong.
• At Tomerong, turn right to Huskisson.
• Turn left and then right into Huskisson Road.
• Continue onto Tomerong Street
• Take a slight right onto Sydney Street
• Take the second left onto Owen Street and look for the waterfront corner pub

From Callala (Via Ferry to Huskisson)

• The Husky Ferry Company operates services services on both Saturday and Sunday with extra runs added for the Big Husky Triathlon Festival including early race morning.
• Booking is essential. For all information regarding race weekend services call Dave on 0467 648 504 or visit www.huskyferry.com
• Pricing –
  Adults: $15 return trip, $8 one way (no extra cost for bikes)
  Kids: $5
  Family: $30 (2 adults and 2 kids)
• First ferry leaves at 5:00am and last ferry returns at 9:30pm.

From Batemans Bay

• From Batemans Bay, take the Princes Highway to Ulladulla and continue north towards Nowra.
• 3.8 km north of the Bewong rest area, take the Tomerong/Jervis Bay turnoff to your right onto Island Point Rd.
• Drive straight through all of the roundabouts until you reach the shops at Vincentia, then turn left at that roundabout onto Elizabeth Drive, heading towards Huskisson.
• Drive over the bridge and take your third right onto Hawken Road.
• Turn right onto Pine Forest Road.
• Turn left onto Jervis Bay Road.
• Drive for 7.5 km and turn left onto Huskisson Road.
• Continue onto Tomerong Street.
• Take a slight right onto Sydney Street.
• Take the second left onto Owen Street.

Road Closures

ROAD CLOSURES

Please see attached brochure for changed traffic conditions for the Big Husky Triathlon Festival.