Competitors
WTDGC 2024 competitors, you will be joining a very special event this November. Australia hosts the fifth edition of WFDF’s biannual event: the first ever held in the southern hemisphere, and the final opportunity for teams to gain entry to the International World Games (IWG) 2025.
With disc golf returning to the IWG program for the first time in 24 years, you have been selected to represent your country at a unique and exciting time. WTDGC 2024 offers excitement, challenge, enjoyment of the Australian bush and culture, sunshine and beaches, and a high-stakes competition between the best disc golf teams in the world. Get yourself ready for the trip of a lifetime.
If you’re looking to extend your travel plans, why not check out other events and attractions during your stay? Did we mention the Aussie Open is on the following weekend?
We look forward to welcoming you to Perth, Western Australia!
Participant Information
LIVE STREAMING by PRKD Media
Friday 8th Nov 2024: Quarter Finals
- USA vs Aus – MPO Doubles, MP40 Singles – https://www.youtube.com/live/T7Laie_wGvU?si=-qayiSbINHLO-u9M
Friday 8th Nov 2024: Semi Finals
Finals – Saturday 9th Nov 2024
- 5th vs 6th – 9:00 am WST (1:00 AM GMT (UTC)) CZE VS USA https://youtube.com/live/jpTMklEqRbA?feature=share
- Gold Medal match – 1:30 pm WST (5:30 AM GMT (UTC)) https://youtube.com/live/BBpFtiMSBws?feature=share
Courses, Formats and Schedules
Jump over to Fixtures & Results to digest the information or review the links below.
- WTDGC 2024 Tournament Format (UPDATED 3rd Nov 2024)
- Schedule of Games 4.1 (*** Updated 7th Nov 2024 ***)
- Caddy Book (Course Maps) ver 1.0
- WTDGC 2024 – Captains notes v4.1
WFDF Bulletins
- Bulletin One (issued October 2023)
- Accommodation & Tourism (issued March 2024)
- Final Bulletin (issued October 2024)
WFDF Uniform Guidelines
Visas
Please refer to page 14 of the Bulletin One for details on the visa process to enter Australia. Teams are strongly encouraged to make timely enquiries and apply as soon as possible if a visa is required. If you need a proof of participation letter for your visa application, please use the online form provided. The WFDF Events Team requires at least 5 days to issue this letter due to the high volume of events, so please plan ahead and avoid last-minute requests from the embassy.
Anti-Doping
Please refer to page 20 of Bulletin One for essential information on Anti-Doping. Every WTDGC 2024 player is required to hold a current ADEL online Anti-Doping Education Certificate. Please allow sufficient time to complete the education and testing requirements, which will take approximately 3.5 hours (it can be completed in multiple sessions).
The ADEL education tool can be accessed at the following link: https://adel.wada-ama.org/learn.
Health
Medical, First Aid and serious (acute) injury management:
The tournament will provide serious injury and first aid management via permanent, onsite medical staff, and will include ambulance transportation to the local hospital for emergency treatment if required. Any serious injuries or medical conditions will be priority treated by the tournament medical staff.
First Aid & injury medics will be onsite from 8.00am each morning to 5.30pm each evening.
Covid-19
While Covid-19 is still active, the WHO & Australian Public Health Authorities no longer considers it to be a public health communicable disease of significance. Covid is now considered to be treated just like any other respiratory illness.
There are no health advisories around Covid for Australia at this time. As a result, WFDF and the WTDGC 2024 LOC have no legal or moral obligations to make Covid related mandates for participants coming to WTDGC 2024.
In regards to overall health and wellbeing of all WTDGC 2024 participants, we would ask anyone feeling unwell for any reason to self isolate until they were feeling better and symptoms cease.
We are unable to require any participants to wear masks and or to do any testing. We are unable to enforce any isolation and or rules around participation at the event for anyone who has covid (and or any other illness). We are unable to influence people’s actions and or activities during the weeks leading up to the event (including flights). We are unable to force a person with symptoms to stay away from the event.
Everyone is encouraged to practice good hygiene while at the event;
- regular & thorough hand washing
- handle and prepare food safely,
- practice safe sex
- avoid sharing personal items
- avoid touching wild animals
Travel & Medical Insurance
It is STRONGLY advised that ALL players and guests attending the tournament take out travel insurance which includes comprehensive medical coverage. Please consult your travel agent if you have any questions regarding the details of your travel insurance.
NOTE: Ambulance transportation to hospital for emergency or serious medical treatment is NOT FREE for overseas travellers. Hospital treatment is also NOT FREE for overseas travellers. If you receive ambulance transportation or hospitalisation you WILL BE CHARGED.
The WFDF and the WTDGC LOC are NOT responsible for covering any medical expenses incurred by players or supporters during the WTDGC 2024 event.
Please ensure that all team members including players and non-playing team supporters (NPTS) have appropriate travel insurance to cover this eventuality.
Important Biosecurity and Customs Information for International Competitors
Welcome to Australia and Western Australia! As you plan your trip, it’s essential to be aware of the strict customs and biosecurity regulations in place to protect our unique environment, agriculture, and wildlife. Compliance with these regulations ensures a smooth entry process and helps preserve the natural beauty that makes Australia special.
Entry into Australia – Customs and Quarantine
Australia has rigorous customs and biosecurity rules that apply to all travelers. You will be provided with an Incoming Passenger Card by your airline or cruise line before arriving. It is crucial to fill this card out accurately and declare any items that may pose a biosecurity risk.
What You Must Declare:
- Food, animal products, and plant material: This includes fruit, vegetables, seeds, meat, and wooden articles (especially sports cleats, golf shoes, or other equipment).
- Sporting equipment: Ensure all equipment, including disc golf bags, footwear, and any outdoor gear, is thoroughly cleaned and free of soil, seeds, or plant material.
Failure to declare these items can result in severe penalties, including:
- Fines of up to $6,260,
- Civil penalties, or criminal prosecution,
- Cancellation of your visa, with refusal of entry into Australia and a potential ban for up to three years.
For more information on Australia’s biosecurity regulations, visit the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry website.
To Ensure a Faster Border Clearance:
- Avoid carrying fresh fruit, vegetables, plants, seeds, and animal or wood products.
- Ensure that your footwear, sporting, and recreational equipment (e.g., disc golf bag, carts, prams) are dry and free of soil, seeds, or grass.
Western Australia Biosecurity Guidelines
In addition to Australia-wide regulations, Western Australia enforces strict biosecurity measures due to its unique biodiversity. Here are a few things to keep in mind when entering the state:
What You Need to Declare:
- Soil, plants, seeds, and animal products: Even clean-looking items can carry harmful pests and diseases.
- Sporting Equipment: As in the national guidelines, all outdoor sports gear, including disc golf equipment, must be free from dirt and plant material.
On Arrival:
- You will be required to declare any biosecurity risk items on your Incoming Passenger Card.
- Risk items will be inspected by a biosecurity officer and may be subjected to treatment, export, or destruction if deemed necessary.
Failure to declare items or providing misleading information can result in penalties or fines. It’s crucial to follow the instructions of biosecurity officers to ensure compliance.
Climate
Mundaring, located in the Perth Hills, enjoys a Mediterranean climate in November, which is ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, disc golf, and cycling. November is characterized by warm, sunny days and cool, pleasant evenings, making it perfect for exploring the natural beauty of the region. Daytime temperatures typically range between 23°C (73.4°F) and 28°C (82.4°F), with occasional sea breezes providing relief from the heat, and nighttime temperatures drop to around 15°C (59°F), offering cooler evenings.
Though November usually sees minimal rainfall, it’s always advisable to be prepared for sudden changes in weather, especially for those spending extended periods outdoors. The hills and forests can also feel cooler in the evening, so having layers for early mornings and late evenings is recommended. It is recommended that participants pack water-proof shoes and some light rainwear as a ‘just in case’. The shows will be especially helpful for early morning games and dew, better to be prepared than have soggy feet!
You can get up to date weather and conditions via Western Australia Forecasts (bom.gov.au)
Additional Information
All participants are strongly encouraged to read these guidance’s to enhance their tournament experience.
Course Information
The Mundaring Disc Golf Course features two professional 18-hole layouts. The original course, built in 2013, is the Mundaring, which has tee pad options to suit a range of players from beginners/recreational (‘Red’ and ‘White’ courses) to the more experienced (‘Blue’ and ‘Gold’ courses). The newly constructed World course is due for completion in time for WTDGC24, and promises a challenging but fun layout for experienced disc golfers. Both courses weave through the stunning Australian bush and integrate with the existing Mundaring Sports Club golf course.
Designed by Chris Finn of Recreation Activity Design, with valuable input from the Mundaring Sporting Club Disc Golf team, these courses were brought to life through the dedicated efforts of the Disc Golf and Golf sections of the Mundaring Sports Club. Tournament layout information will be made available as we approach November 2024. Information provided below is to assist players in gaining some familiarity with the courses and does not represent the final WTDGC24 layouts.
Mundaring – Gold Layout
Media links
- UDisc – Mundaring Disc Golf (Gold, Blue, White)
- 2023 RPM Discs WA Open – Gold Fly Through by Blake Houston
- 2023 RPM Discs WA Open 2023 Round Coverage by PRKD Media
- 2023 RPM Discs WA Open | R1, F9 FEATURE | Houston, Kynaston, D’Alessandro, Brady | Australia by Gatekeeper Media
- 2023 RPM Discs WA Open | R1, B9 FEATURE | Houston, Kynaston, D’Alessandro, Brady | Australia by Gatekeeper Media
- 2023 RPM Discs WA Open | FINAL F9 | Houston, Donnelly, D’Alessandro, Kynaston | Australia by Gatekeeper Media
- 2023 RPM Discs WA Open | FINAL B9 | Houston, Donnelly, D’Alessandro, Kynaston | Australia by Gatekeeper Media
World course layout
Media Links
More disc golf events?!
Australian Disc Golf events worth extending your trip for!
Getting to Australia is a long journey and a chance of a lifetime – so why not extend your trip and play disc golf on a few different courses in Australia.
2024 Eruption
1 – 3 November 2024
Mt Gambier, South Australia
The 2024 Eruption returns to the renowned Crater Lakes Disc Golf park this November 1st-3rd. As South Australia’s Major on the Australian Disc Golf Tour, event organisers are striving to deliver the highest standard event possible with the goal of once again facilitating a PDGA A-Tier. Please note, PDGA Memberships are a requirement for A-Teir events.
Aussie Open 2024 Pro event
15 – 17 November 2024
Mundaring, Western Australia
Experience the Aussie Open on Mundaring’s legendary hillside, showcasing Australia’s premier disc golf challenges, world-class talent, and an exuberant community spirit.
Why not compete on the full championship layouts at Mundaring Disc Golf and experience what international professionals have experienced at the world stage.
Australian Disc Golf Championships
Professional divisions
22 – 24 November 2024
Molong, New South Wales
The Australian Disc Golf Championships is the flagship event on the Australian Disc Golf Calendar for 2024 and will be held in the beautiful, rural town of Molong in the Central West of NSW.
Australian Disc Golf Championships
Amateur divisions
29 Nov – 1 Dec 2024
Molong, New South Wales
The Australian Disc Golf Championships is the flagship event on the Australian Disc Golf Calendar for 2024 and will be held in the beautiful, rural town of Molong in the Central West of NSW.
Tourism in Perth & Western Australia
Perth has some beautiful places to visit. Whether you are looking to continue your journey around the surroundings in the Perth hills, or to venture down to Perth city for food & sights of the river or even check out the vast expanse of beautiful beaches along the coast.
Explore the Perth hills
Stay close to the course and experience Perth hills surrounding Mundaring.
Experience the city of Perth
Walk or ride along the swan river and take in the sights around Kings Park.
Want more of Western Australia?
Tourism WA can help you plan your experiences during your stay.