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2018AN OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR BUSINESS TO FEATURE AT A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE EVENT

AUSTRALIA DAY FESTIVAL Carss Bush Park, Carss ParkFriday, 26 January 2018 | 10.00am - 9.00pm

Carss Bush Park bursts into life with Australia Day Festival celebrations. Thousands of revellers come to experience a traditional summer celebration by the picturesque Kogarah Bay. Generations of St George-based families have gathered here for many years on this special day and 2018 is tipped to be the largest and most exciting festival yet.

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GEORGES RIVER COUNCIL AUSTRALIA DAY 2018 SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

To celebrate Australia Day 2018, Georges River Council will host the much-loved Australia Day event in Carss Bush Park, Carss Park. Jam-packed with plenty of fun, entertainment and activities, this family-friendly event attracts over 25,000 residents to one of the most beautiful settings in the Georges River Local Government Area.

With official proceedings, a Citizenship Ceremony, Australia Day Ambassador visit, a huge line-up of performers on stage, food, activity and market stalls, amusement rides and a fireworks finale, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

Your brand will stand out to thousands before and during the event, which is a great way for your business to show your support and goodwill for the greater Georges River Community. Council representatives look forward to discussing the following sponsorship options with you.

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Sponsorship can be financial, in-kind or we can tailor an agreement to suit your business needs.

Due to promotional and printing deadlines, if you would like to receive full sponsorship benefits, we would need to have your signed agreement by

Close of business Friday 27 October 2017 Between Friday, 27 October 2017, and prior to Monday, 6 November 2017, all Sponsorship benefits apply, excluding inclusion in the Community newsletter .

Between Monday, 6 November 2017, and prior to Monday, 1 December 2017, all sponsorship benefits apply with the exception of all benefits relating to the 2018 Georges River Council Lunar New Year Media Launch.

Australia Day Sponsorship opportunities close 1 December 2017

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION AND KEY DATES:

MEDIA LAUNCH Thursday, 16 November 2017

Georges River Council will announce the 2017-18 Summer Events Program to print and television media. Our creative and engaging program includes Magic of Christmas at Carss Bush Park, Australia Day Festival, Starlight Cinema and Lunar New Year Festival events.

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FIREWORKS SPONSOR$10,000 (excluding GST) – One package available

Benefits of becoming a Fireworks Sponsor

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

• Naming rights to the 2018 Australia Day Fireworks spectacular display

• Acknowledgement of Fireworks Sponsorship at the official opening of the Summer Events Media Launch

• Your organisation’s name included in all verbal and written promotion of the event including advertising, media releases, banners, speeches

• Acknowledgement of your organisation as the Fireworks Sponsor in the Community newsletter, which is distributed to approximately 55,000 households in the Georges River Local Government Area

• At least six posts on Council’s social media platforms acknowledging your organisation’s status as the Fireworks Sponsor

• Website link and logo on the Australia Day page on Council’s website – 200px x 200px (in order of sponsorship level) from Friday 27 October 2017

• Two teardrop banners at the event (to be supplied by sponsor). Position to be negotiated with Event Coordinator.

• Key position of logo on banner within the main stage area of the event

• Opportunity to place your own horizontal banners (5m x 1m) along the fence line of Carss Park baths - at sponsor’s expense

• A complimentary stall (3m x 3m) at the event• A complimentary stall at the 2018

(3m x 3m) Hurstville Lunar New Year Street Festival

• Acknowledgement of Fireworks Sponsorship at the official opening of the 2018 Australia Day event

• MC acknowledgements throughout the day• Acknowledgement by Mayor during official

proceedings• Six representatives invited to the official

opening and Citizenship Ceremony of the 2018 Australia Day event

• Large logo in the post-event ‘Thank You’ notice in the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader

• Logo recognition at displays at Council Libraries and Customer Service Centres

• Access to Council photos taken on the day• Reserved parking at the event

• Certificate of Appreciation

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SILVER SPONSOR$2,500 (excluding GST)

Benefits of becoming a Silver Sponsor

• Acknowledgement of Silver Sponsorship at the official opening of the Summer Events Media Launch

• Your organisation’s name included in written promotion of the event including in advertising, media releases, banners and speeches

• Acknowledgement of your organisation as a Silver Sponsor in the Community newsletter which is distributed to approximately 55,000 households in the Georges River Local Government Area

• At least two posts on Council’s social media platforms acknowledging your organisation’s status as a Silver Sponsor

• Website link and logo on the Australia Day page on Council’s website – 200px x 200px (in order of sponsorship level and alphabetical order) from Friday 27 October 2017

• One complimentary stall (3m x 3m)

• Acknowledgement of Silver Sponsorship at the official opening of the 2018 Australia Day event

• MC acknowledgements throughout the day

• Two representatives invited to the official opening of the 2018 Australia Day event

• Mention in the post-event ‘Thank You’ notice in the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader

• Access to Council photos taken on the day

• Reserved parking at the event

• Certificate of Appreciation

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BRONZE SPONSOR$1,750 (excluding GST)

Benefits of becoming a Bronze Sponsor

• Your organisation’s name included in all verbal and written promotion of the event including in advertising, media releases, banners and speeches

• At least one post on Council’s social media platforms acknowledging your organisation’s status as a Bronze Sponsor

• MC acknowledgements throughout the day

• Mention in the post-event ‘Thank You’ notice in the St George and Sutherland Shire Leader

• Access to Council photos taken on the day

• Reserved parking at the event• Certificate of Appreciation

Didn’t find what meets your needs? Tailor an agreement!

Multiple Opportunities Available.

In addition to our standard packages, Council welcomes in-kind support such as goods and services that contribute to the Australia Day Festival. Speak with a member from our Events team to discuss how your brand can stand out and the benefits of tailoring an agreement.

Other Sponsorship Opportunities Magic of Christmas Lunar New Year Festival Starlight Cinema

CONTACT DETAILS For further information please contact:Acting Coordinator Events Melinda McNaughton Georges River CouncilPhone: 02 9330 9424Mobile: 0437 899 298Email: events@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au