35 Countries, 3000 participants, spectators and supporters will boost Sunshine Coast economy over 10 plus days of competition and Tourism.
At the recent annual IVF (International Va’a Federation) AGM held in Rio, AOCRA (Australian Outrigging Canoe Racing Association) President Mark Forbes tabled a bid to host the 2016 World Sprint Titles (WST’s) on the Sunshine Coast.
Australia was initially competing against Italy and Hawaii with the final battle coming down to Hawaii and Australia as Italy withdrew their bid.