Thanks to the following sponsors for your participation and support:
Naming Rights Sponsor
Sunferries….More Than Just a Ferry Service. Sunferries has been an award winning transport service since 1997, providing the quickest link between Townsville and Magnetic Island. The company is proud to be locally owned and operated. Operating with four vessels and over 75 staff, Sunferries is one of the most significant transport and tour operators in the region. Conducting 19 daily return services to Magnetic Island, Sunferries can have you relaxing on the island in just 20 minutes.
Sunferries also operates the travel branch, Sunferries Travel that helps make the whole destination experience simpler. Sunferries Travel is your local booking agent specialising in Magnetic Island tours, budget to luxury accommodation and have a range of exciting day packages to suit every budget. Sunferries Travel – the Magnetic Island and Townsville travel specialists.
Government Sponsors
Queensland Events, supports, grows and promotes events in Queensland. The organisation has successfully secured and invested in hundreds of world-class events for Queensland. Queensland events showcase the State’s scenic attractions and help to boost tourism. Events encourage visitors before, during and after the event to view the local area, as well as future tourists through regional, national and international marketing.
The Townsville City Council focus is to support the lifestyle and services that are valued strongly in the community and manage the growth of Townsville that has produced a thriving and diverse economy. The Council supports many events in Townsville that promote the city to not only residents but visitors.
Gold Sponsors
Set in tropical lanscape surrounds with beautiful marina and mountain views, Peppers Blue on Blue redefines the essence of island holidays on Queensland’s magical Magnetic Island. Peppers Blue on Blue Resort is positioned on the water’s edge in the heart of a new waterfront precinct which includes its own marina for guests to soak up a supremely nautical atmosphere. Accommodation is a leisurely stroll from the Magnetic Island ferry terminal.
A new direction in event catering…Roux Blond has earned a reputation as one of Townsville’s leading boutique caterers. Our cuisine combines classical cookery and modern techniques, offering our clients restaurant quality food, beverage and service no matter where the location. Small gatherings to the largest of events receive care and attention and showcase our philosophy of consistent high standards. The skills of our trained and motivated staff are focused on quality and service. We tailor our wine selections, menus and service to our clients.
Silver Sponsors
Port of Townsville Limited is a Queensland Company Government Owned Corporation. The Port of Townsville and its Board takes its responsibility to pursue efficient, effective and accountable port management very seriously. We are committed to achieving and demonstrating the highest standard of corporate governance.
Bronze Sponsors
Located on MagneticIsland’s passenger ferry arrival point – NellyBay – Café Siroccos brings an Italian style restaurant to a tropical destination. Stop by and enjoy the atmosphere with coffee and cake or take the family and enjoy lunch or dinner. Bellissimo!
Event Supporters
Audi is a manufacturer of exquisite cars – beautiful, sophisticated machines that embody technological perfection. Our success is built on our core values of creativity, commitment and enthusiasm, and keeping our customers’ desires at the heart of everything we do. We strive to lead the way through constant innovation, setting new standards that define Vorsprung durch Technik.
Blue on Blue, Magnetic Island
Minimum 7% return for three years - Apartments from $399,000
A 5-star development in one of Australia’s most beautiful lifestyle destinations, Blue on Blue offers everything you’d expect from a tropical island resort including two magnificent saltwater lagoon pools, spectacular water views, fine dining and bar facilities. Your apartment at Blue on Blue is your private sanctuary. Dual key, two and three bedroom apartments & penthouses available.
Open for Inspection Wednesday & Sunday 9:00am - 11:00am
Mantra One Bright Point is located on Magnetic Island, Queensland, and offers private and exclusive oceanfront accomodation nestled amongst natural island beauty. The resort offers a selection of deluxe one, two and three bedroom beach-house style apartments designed to take advantage of the uninterrupted views of the Coral Sea. Wander the resorts landscaped grounds and enjoy a swim in one of our four pools or take advantage of our location right next to the harbour and marina precinct.
Mickey Ink Marine Grafix & Signage. Specialising in Custom Designed Boat Names, Graphics and matching Registration Numbers. The process from design to production can be achieved remotely (from a photo of the vessel, a few measurements, and email correspondence). Highest quality decals produced and fully installed, or sent in DIY packages anywhere in Australia.
Located at 85 Denham St, in the heart of Townsville's CBD, we are open from Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm. Xerox Business Services Townsville is structured into five business sections, covering all aspects of your business needs.
Sales, Network Support, Fast Response Service, Design, Print & Copy Services and Administration. Establised local dealers for over 25 years and proud winners second year running of the Dealer Sustainability Program 2009-10.
Make the most of your island experience during Sunferries Magnetic Island Race Week 2010. Go exploring in the ultimate island fun car. Go Topless or Classic Moke. Tropical Topless Car Rentals are just a 30 second stroll from the marina & ferry terminal.
Do it by Bus Enjoy the ease and reliability of a relaxing 3 hour guided bus tour, plus complimentary access to the Island’s local bus network, with just one ticket!
Our scenic tours depart twice daily at 9:15 and 1:15pm from Nelly Bay Terminal.
Quality Cars, Great Deals, Best Service! C: Drive Car Rentals offers the largest range of vehicle types on Magnetic Island. View Magnetic Island in modern vehicles from your choice of 4x4’s, sedans and convertibles. Car rentals are also offered from Sunferries Travel in Townsville.
The Stubby Cooler Company has been manufacturing a range of products from neoprene (wetsuit material) for the last ten years suppling local, national and international markets. Their core product is Stubby Coolers carrying advertising and messages of importance.
The Good Guys brand is Australia’s favourite consumer electronics and whitegoods retailer. We sell a broad range of the biggest brands in electrical appliances at exceptionally low prices.
Reliance Petroleum is committed to supporting your local community, with extensive local experience in rural and regional Australia. Reliance Petroleum operates over 200 service stations which are conveniently located in the regional community throughout Australia.
CCA is one of the largest bottlers of non-alcoholic ready-to-drink beverages in the Asia-Pacific region. CCA are one of the world’s top five Coca-Cola bottlers, manufacturing, selling and distributing a diverse product portfolio including carbonated soft drinks, water, sports and energy drinks, fruit juice, and more.
Doug Ede's Marquee & Party Hire is North Queensland's first choice for party and function hire equipment and services.Whether you are having a party, wedding, or corporate function, our team of professional and friendly staff will ensure your event is a success. We deliver and erect -- City and Country.
We thrive thanks to our down to earth service, heavenly all-Australian organic body treatments, facials and massage, and nurturing Australian organic skincare. Slip into endota and discover down to earth day spa heaven.
Media Partners
Zinc 100.7 One station all the ROCK legends.
Zinc is proud to be Townsville's only ROCK station playing all of your favourite rock legends like ACDC, U2, Kings of Leon, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Queen and INXS!
Catch our Morning Zoo from 6am-10am each weekday morning and listen out for Wildy in the arvo from 4pm - 7pm, who is Townsville's only local and live drive time show.
Channel 7 has been connecting with the local Townsville community since 2004 with its local news program each weeknight at 6pm, informing the community of local news, affairs and weather from the desk of the friendly local news team.
Catch our other popular programs throughout the week. Current programming screening on Channel 7 includes Sunrise, The Morning Show, Deal or No Deal, and Home and Away.
Providing the latest news in sailing, sailworld.com is your guide to the sailing world. Find the news, boats for sale and all current competitions in sailing.
Official Merchandise Supplier
SALT Sportswear Pty Ltd distributes "SLAM’ Advanced Technology Sportswear. Through our web development solutions, SALT Sportswear can tailor a Platinum Online Catalogue to suit your corporate identity, special event or regattas. This is a perfect solution for organisations that do not have the time or knowledge to implement this added service to there market.
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For information on available sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Stephanie Cairns ,the Event Coordinator – Email stephaniec@sunferries.com.au