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The 2007 World Police & Fire Games is going to be one of the biggest events on SA’s calendar this year. From 16 – 25 March, Adelaide will have the honor of hosting this spectacular international sporting event and our wonderful city is set to put on an unforgettable show. Spectators will have the opportunity to see over 8,000 international firefighters, law enforcement, customs and corrections officers compete in 79 sports across 50 venues over 10 days.

The Games are one of the world’s largest mass participation sporting events, eclipsing the Commonwealth Games in terms of numbers of competitors and number of sports. The 2007 World Police & Fire Games will include the traditional sports of the Olympic and Commonwealth Games such as Swimming, Track & Field, Cycling and Hockey, as well as sports that are specifically designed to challenge the agencies’ professional skills like the Ultimate Firefighter, the Stair Race and the Pistol – Police Combat. The program also includes more unique events such as the Toughest Competitor Alive and Wrist Wrestling.

All sporting events are FREE for the public but the must see sports include the Tug-of-War, Muster – Bucket Brigade and Hose Cart, Dragon Boat Racing, Triathlon, Ice Hockey, Beach Volleyball and the finals of the Soccer and Rugby 7s.

You also have a chance to mingle with competitors at the Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens – Games Village (adjacent to Games Centre, Adelaide Convention Centre). Full of live entertainment and nightly celebrations the Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens will be the Games party centre. The general public can enter for a small cost of $5.00 after 9pm (except for Friday 16 March where public entry will be from 10pm).

There’s plenty of fun and action around the city and regions to make the 2007 World Police & Fire Games experience one to remember. Here’s just a snapshot of some of the great program highlights or to view the full program of sports, click here.

Opening Ceremony:
With some of Australia’s favourite rock bands, including the Choirboys, and a host of other top entertainers, the Opening Ceremony is sure to be one of the highlights of the Games. There’ll be fireworks, music, ceremony and remembrance, and of course the traditional Athletes Parade as Adelaide welcomes participants from around the globe to the 2007 World Police & Fire Games. So make sure you’re there for the spectacle and get the 2007WPFG off with a bang!

The Opening Ceremony starts at 6pm at Adelaide Oval. Gates open at 5pm. This is a free ticketed event –a limited number will be available to the general public. (See The Advertiser from 5 March for more details).

The Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens Opening Night Party:
After the Ceremony, the party continues back at the Games Village from 10pm.

Tug-of-War:
Come and support local teams against some of the best in the world and enjoy a great day out for the whole family.
Colley Reserve, Glenelg
9am – 4pm

Dragon Boat Racing:
Dragon Boat Racing makes its grand debut at the World Police & Fire Games in Adelaide in 2007.
Pinky Flat, War Memorial Drive (opposite Games Centre)
10am – 7pm

Cycling – Street Bikes – Criterium:
The road circuit is around Adelaide Parklands, with the start/finish line on Frome Road near the intersection of Finniss Street. With tight corners, limited over-taking opportunities and a restricted time-frame Criterium Cycling is as much about strategy as it is speed.
War Memorial Drive and Frome Road, North Adelaide
10am – 4pm

Ice Hockey:
Eight days of fantastic Ice hockey competition starts today.  It will be a tough and exciting event with world class teams coming to compete in the 2007WPFG with a few former NHL players expected to show their prowess on the rink.
Ice Arena, Thebarton

St Patrick’s Day at the Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens:
The Village goes Irishon St Pat’s Day with stunning U2 tribute band U2000.  Public entry from 9pm.

Toughest Competitor Alive:
The Toughest Competitor Alive tests endurance, strength, speed, agility, and above all, mental toughness of the competitors.  The Toughest Competitor Alive pushes participants from discipline to discipline with minimal breaks between the eight events of 5km Run, Shotput, 100m Sprint, 100m Swim, Rope Climb, Bench Press, Pull-ups and an Obstacle Course.  The competition will be held at three venues including Santos Stadium, Adelaide Aquatic Centre and ETSA Park. Competition will take place over four days from Sunday 18 March to Wednesday 21 March.
(Spectator stages) ETSA Park, Mile End
11am

Dragon Boat:
The second and final day of the Dragon Boat competition.
Pinky Flat, War Memorial Drive (opposite Games Centre)
10am – 7pm

Triathlon: Midcourse Reserve, Brebner Dve, West Lakes
8:30am

Canadian Night at the Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens:
Calgary band Cappy Smart will give you a head start for British Columbia, hosts of the 2009 World Police & Fire Games. Public entry from 9pm.

Toughest Competitor Alive:
(Spectator stages) ETSA Park, Mile End
11am

Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens “Blues Night”:
Enjoy some old favourites with the renowned South Australia Police Blues Brothers Floorshow and the SAPOL Rock Band.

Toughest Competitor Alive:
(Spectator stages) ETSA Park, Mile End
11am

Rugby 7s Finals:
Hindmarsh Stadium
8am – 6pm

Netball - Women’s Finals:
ETSA Park, Mile End
8am – 6pm

Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens goes Calypso:
With a steel drum band and a cool Caribbean feel, relax in the balmy surrounds of the Games Village. Public entry from 9pm.

Hockey - Field Finals:
Distinctive Homes Hockey Arena, Gepps Cross
8am – 4pm

Ultimate Firefighter Day 1:
Adelaide Fire Station, Wakefield St, Adelaide
8am – 6pm

Basketball 5-on-5:
Distinctive Homes Dome, Findon
9am – 6pm

Cycling - Track:
Adelaide Super-Drome, Gepps Cross
6pm – 11pm

The Coopers Aussie Rock Night at the Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens:
Features country singer Beccy Cole, Aussie rock icons, The Angels and some magical fun as well. Public entry from 9pm.

Ultimate Firefighter Day 2:
Adelaide Fire Station, Wakefield St, Adelaide
8am – 6pm

Volleyball - Beach:
Glenelg Foreshore
9am – 6pm

Cycling - Hill Climb:
Norton Summit Rd, Teringie,
10am – 3pm

The Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens Chills Out: 
It’s time to sit back and take it easy with the mellow tunes of Neo, The Squids and country-blues outfit The Cat Southern Band.

Volleyball - Beach:
Glenelg Foreshore
9am – 6pm

Tennis Finals:
Memorial Drive
9am

Track & Field Finals:
Santos Stadium, Mile End
9am - 9pm (may finish earlier)

Ultimate Firefighter Day 3:
Adelaide Fire Station, Wakefield St,
8am – 6pm

Netball - Mixed Finals:
ETSA Park, Mile End
8pm – 6pm

Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens “Friday Night Fever”:
Dust off your flares and platform shoes, squeeze into that white three-piece disco-suit, and boogie the night away to all your favourite disco tunes. Public entry form 9pm.

Muster – Hose Cart & Bucket Brigade:
Hutt Street is closed off for these exciting firefighting specialty events so why not bring your friends and family and enjoy a unique experience.  Food and drink stalls, music and a great party atmosphere ensures you will have a great time!
11am – 4pm

Ice Hockey Finals:
Ice Arena, Thebarton
From 8am

Track & Field Finals:
Santos Stadium, Mile End
9am – 7pm (may finish earlier)

Cycling – Street Bike Sprints:
War Memorial Drive West
3pm – 6pm

Cycling – Mt Bike Cross Country & Cyclo Cross: 
Eagle Mountain Bike Park, Crafers West
9am – 4pm

Soccer – Field Finals:
Newton Village Sports Complex or Hindmarsh Stadium (to be confirmed)
9am – 6pm

Coopers Alehouse on the Torrens Closing Ceremony Party:
The Games might be drawing to a close but the fun is definitely not over yet! Public entry from 9pm.

Road Race (Half Marathon 21km):
Elder Park/Torrens Lake
7am – 12pm

Cycling – Road Race:
North Adelaide
8am – 5pm

Rugby – Touch Finals:
Adelaide Parklands (Greenhill Rd)
9am - 6pm

Volleyball - Beach:
Glenelg Foreshore
9am – 5pm

Basketball 3-on-3 Finals:
Wayville Sports Centre
9am – 6pm