Lachlan said the postponement made him more excited to hit the water. We were really pumped to race this week, to just get our energy out, he said. We are looking forward to qualifying for states against our biggest competitors. Carnival referee Karen Kinnear said two carnivals, one being nippers from the under 8 to 10 age groups and the other under 11 to 12 age groups were held. She said more than 500 nippers were racing. It s fabulous, the weather gods have been very kind to us today, it s not too hot and the sea is beautiful for the kids they re all having a great time, she said.