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Media release: 2nd January 2008

BUS IT TO THE AO

Travelling to the ABN AMRO Australian Open has never been easier or more affordable.

For the first time in the event's four year history, Bowls Australia and Grenda Corporation have inked a unique deal, which will allow bowling enthusiasts to travel to the Darebin International Sports Centre in style, while also doubling as a much needed fundraiser for your club.

Under the agreement struck, spectators from across Victoria will be transported to and from the ABN AMRO Australian Open 2008 in luxurious Grenda's coaches, with the company picking you up and dropping you off at your club's door.

The deal, however, has been struck with spectators and bowling clubs in mind.

Under the packages arranged, costs have been based on a minimum of 30 people, so pricing and numbers are at the discretion of individual clubs.

As a result, each and every dollar which is raised above the initial outlay, which has already been heavily discounted, goes directly into your club's coffers.

"It's a great deal," Bowls Australia spokesman Des Ryan said.

"Bowls Australia is offering top-line transportation for next to nothing to ensure bowls fans have every opportunity to see the best bowlers compete in the biggest event on our bowls calendar.

"For example, the pricing has been capped based on 30 people, so if you sell 45 tickets, the profit made from the 15 extra tickets you have sold goes directly to your club.

"The ABN AMRO Australian Open is the biggest bowls event in the nation, so it will be great to have a huge crowd on hand in Darebin next month."

FACTS BOX

How much does hiring a bus cost?

Within a 40km Radius: $350 per bus (30 people)
Within a 80km Radius: $470 per bus (30 people)
Within a 125km Radius: $590 per bus (30 people)

How do I book a bus?

Online:
You can book a bus by visiting the Bowls Australia website and clicking on the ABN AMRO Australian Open webpage. Simply click on the bus packages and you can book your bus online.

Please note, customers will need to enter the word BOWLS in the purchase order number box.

By Phone:
You can call our ABN AMRO Australia Open bus partner direct on (03) 9771 4307 and a customer service operator will help you with you booking;

What do I get?
- Air-conditioned buses providing club to club return service
- Professional bus driver
- An ABN AMRO Australian Open 2008 show bag for each guest.

Conditions Apply:
The special bus offer is available to the first 40 buses booked so don't miss out
Cost of bus does not include entry to the ABN AMRO Australian Open - tickets can be purchased online or call Bowls Australia
Tickets are available for all days of the ABN AMRO Australian Open, but seating is limited on TV Rink for final days Wed, Feb 20 - Sat, Feb 23.