20 January 2011
Spirit of Tasmania is offering all Australians to share their
community spirit by donating to the flood relief victims in
Queensland, Victoria and Tasmania.
Spirit of Tasmania will conduct a special Australia Day cruise on
Port Phillip Bay on Wednesday 26 January 2011 in conjunction with a
live broadcast from the vessel by Melbourne radio 3AW's top-rating
presenter Neil Mitchell.
Tickets for the flood relief cruise are a minimum of $50 per
person. All proceeds will go towards victims affected by the
floods.
"Show us your Aussie spirit and give generously to this great
cause. You'll enjoy a short cruise in the bay on board Spirit of
Tasmania along with live entertainment and morning tea," said
Spirit of Tasmania CEO Charles Griplas.
"On board, guests can take a stroll on the outside decks, inspect
the ship and watch Neil Mitchell broadcast live.
"Australia Day is a time to celebrate our amazing country. It's
also a chance to help rebuild the lives of many victims to the
devastating floods across many parts of Australia".
Only 500 tickets are available, so the public is urged to book
early to avoid missing out.
Tickets will be on sale from 9am tomorrow (21 January 2011). Book
online at http://3awboxoffice.com.au
"This is a chance to give back to Australia so please donate and
come on board Spirit of Tasmania this Australia Day, 26 January,"
Mr Griplas said.
"Spirit of Tasmania, 3AW, the Neil Mitchell Program and 3AW Box
Office thank the community for the generous contributions towards
our flood victims across many parts of Australia and hope that the
cruise out of Melbourne will add to the support fund. All money
raised will go to the appeal."
Further details:
Time: Check in from 7am. Check in closes at 8am sharp. Departure
at 8.30am. Arrive back at Station Pier at 12.15pm so you can enjoy
the rest of your Australia Day.
Location: Station Pier, Port Melbourne, Spirit of Tasmania
domestic terminal.
Donation: Tickets are minimum $50.00 per person, but you can
donate up to $200.00 to the Victorian, Queensland, Tasmanian flood
appeals. All money raised from ticket sales will go to the
appeal.
Requirements: Photo ID for each guest. All passengers will be
security screened prior to boarding. You must bring your ticket
with you. Passengers without a ticket will not be allowed to board.
If you are bringing a child/student under the age of 16 years,
please specify their age when you purchase your ticket
online.
Dress: For Australia day!
Public transport: Tram 109 from Southern Cross station to Port
Melbourne. Arrive at last stop (129-Beacon Cove). Go to
www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au for public transport timetables.
Parking: Parking is not available onsite. Parking outside the pier
is restricted and only limited to three hours.
Important: Please leave plenty of time to arrive at Station Pier.
Late arrivals will not be refunded.
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For further information contact:
Soniya Fernandez
Spirit of Tasmania, Corporate Communications Coordinator
Email:
saf@spiritoftasmania.com.au
