Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd
53 Hume Street (PO Box 1204) Crows Nest NSW 2065
Phone: (02) 9438 2077 – Fax: (02) 9439 3983 – Email: info@bia.org.au
MEDIA RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
12 July 2010 – SYDNEY
Jessica to appear at the 2010 Sydney International Boat Show 29 July - 2 August
Australian teenager and inspiration to many, seventeen year old Jessica Watson, is
officially confirmed to be a special guest speaker at this year’s Sydney International
Boat Show.
Jessica Watson, otherwise known as ‘the darling of the high seas’ navigated the
world in under eight months, and will appear at the Better Boating Lounge at the
show to share her amazing journey and incredible story with the visiting public as
well as discuss her exciting book launch.
Domenic Genua, Marketing and Event Manager for the Boating Industry Association
said it was ‘truly exciting’ to be able to confirm Jessica Watson as the show’s special
guest.
This year, the Sydney International Boat Show will be an extravagant affair setting a
benchmark as the largest boat show in the Southern Hemisphere with over 70,000
attendees predicted to visit. Situated against the pristine backdrop of Darling
Harbour, the Sydney International Boat Show will be a tremendous event that will
captivate both genuine boating enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
The Boat Show will be an extraordinary event with plenty to see, hear and do on the
day from visiting the Historical Boat Displays to gain an interesting insight into the
history of boating, watching the Musto Fashion Parades for the latest boating looks,
entering the popular Photography Competition and embarking on a memorable
voyage with the Discover Boating Tours of Sydney Harbour. There are plenty of
exciting activities that will be sure to be enjoyed by all visitors.
As always, a show highlight will be the spectacular marina on Cockle Bay. Set against
the beautiful backdrop of the harbour and city skyline, families can enjoy the
spectacle of the best the marine industry has to offer.
Along with Jessica Watson, other guest speakers will include Don McIntyre, Sean
Smith (‘the Fat Paddler’) and the Norris Family who will share their remarkable
boating journeys at the show and offer the audience a firsthand insight into these
personal experiences which changed their lives.
Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd
53 Hume Street (PO Box 1204) Crows Nest NSW 2065
Phone: (02) 9438 2077 – Fax: (02) 9439 3983 – Email: info@bia.org.au
The iconic Walk of Fame and the Nautilus Marine Boat Insurance Fishing Clinic will
also be the pit stops for a great boating experience to ensure that visitors have the
opportunity to see and learn more about the various activities associated with
recreational boating.
The Sydney International Boat show is sponsored by the NSW Maritime and will be
operating for 5 action-packed days from July 29 to August 2.
Discounted tickets are available for purchase online until 28 July on the official show
website or at the door.
Recorded info line 1300 7 BOATS (26287)
(02) 9438 2077
For further information and to book tickets on-line (and save a dollar!) simply visit
line on 1300 7 26287 (BOATS).
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For further information call:
Domenic Genua – Marketing & Event Manager (02) 8197 4752 or 0412 642 357
Notes to editors
About the Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd
The Sydney International Boat Show has been owned and operated by the Boating
Industry Association of NSW (BIA) since 1968. The BIA is a not-for-profit industry
organisation, which represents more than 90 percent of the retail boating industry in
New South Wales. All BIA members adhere to a voluntary Code of Practice and Code
of Ethics. In addition, the BIA is involved in responding to issues relating to the
recreational use of NSW’s waterways, including the environment, boating safety,
access and public facilities. For more information, please visit www.bia.org.au.
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