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31 August 2009

Melbourne DaySpirit of Tasmania has continued its support for Melbourne Day, held on 30 August each year. It is a very special day and marks 174 years since the founding of Melbourne - the day the first European settlers sailed from Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) on board the schooner, Enterprize.

It was on 30 August 1835 that the schooner Enterprize under Captain John Lancey, sailing from Launceston, landed on the north bank of the Yarra and commenced the establishment of a new settlement. This location today is known as Enterprize Park where Williams Street and Flinders Street meet near the old Customs House.

Melbourne Day celebrates much more than just the day the city was founded. It represents the point at which the proud community of Melbourne began to form and is a day to celebrate all the elements that contribute to making Melbourne one of the world's great and most liveable cities.

A special message of congratulation direct from the Mayor of Launceston arrived in Melbourne on board Spirit of Tasmania at 7:00am, Sunday 30 August, to acknowledge the historical link between the two cities.

Captain Mark Davis delivered the letter to the Lord Mayor Robert Doyle at the official flag raising ceremony.

The Historical Re-enactment Society performed a rifle salute upon the raising of the flag and aboriginal dancers performed traditional songs and rituals for audiences.

As such an iconic Australian brand, Spirit of Tasmania has continued to Melbourne Day.

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Contact:
Soniya Fernandez, Corporate Communications Coordinator
Spirit of Tasmania
03 9206 6220
0438 393 898
saf@spiritoftasmania.com.au

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