SEQ Biggest Cruise is on again- All for Charity - Sept 9th

boosteds15 · #1 (**permalink**) 07-10-2007, 07:56 PM

DISCLAIMER: If I have only just joined your forum, please read this cruise thread as it may be something you have intrest in, and I am just trying to let as many people know about it as I can. Mods and Admin, please email me on gcambassador@iinet.net.au or PM me on here if you wish to discuss being more involved with this event. I will be back reguarly to answer any questions members may have. This could be the perfect way to spread word of your forum or club.

Howdy All,

Well it's been sometime since I dusted off my cruise boots and got something happening, and a unique oppurtunity has crossed my path again, so I have decided to put a few things together and have another big event.

This event will have NATIONAL news coverage, Magazine Coverage and Radio Station's in attendance. Along with numerous Corporate Sponsors there on the day with giveaways for all who attend. I will not list them here to effect website sponsors. But you will get some goodies

Some may be aware, some may not, but I am the current Gold Coast Ambassador, and also an Ambassador for Bravehearts, a charity that protects and councils children affected by sexual abuse, and the benificiary of the funds raised by this cruise.

And it will be a MASSIVE event. Last year we had some crappy weather, and still managed over 500 cars, bikes and trucks. This year will be your chance to have your car shown on national tv and magazines, in a GOOD light, and showing that the 'hoon' community can do some good. (Yes I dislike that word as well.) We made National news last year.

We are getting huge support from alot of clubs and organisations such as BUACA (Bikers United Against Child Abuse), and Mack Trucks supplying a large contigent of trucks to join the convoy. The day is open to ALL makes and models of vehicles, trucks and bikes. All clubs and websites, small and large.

This cruise isnt about a long drive, in fact the drive itself will take approx 30mins, however, it is the cause that is important. Child abuse is something that must be brought into the light as often as possible, as many times this kids cant protect themselves, and have their lives shattered by those they thought they could trust. This event is all about raising awareness and speaking out against Child Abuse.

All I ask, is that everyone able to attend, come along to this event, the meeting place WILL be a bit chaotic, and it will be a mission to get everyone out and moving effectivly, so the Police have been engaged to provide assistance in keeping lights open, and intersections free, as well as providing an escort for the trip itself. They have ASSURED me, they will NOT be setting up defect stations or the like, (for those who wish to be negative and try and stir that up). (They gave the same assurances last year and were a huge help with the day, AND they stuck to their word's).

Donations can be made on the day at the 'Registrations' table. (Where you will recieve information on the event path itself and can ask any questions to staff of Bravehearts.).

If any wish to know, I have been running events such as this for a long, long time and I appreciate that whilst I may not be an active member in the cruising scene as much any more, I certainly know how to plan events such as this.

So without further adu I will give you some details.

DATE: Sunday September 9th

TIME: 10.15am for a 11.30am Departure.

LOCATION TO MEET: Yatala Drive In Complex located just off the Pacific Motorway (M1) at 100 Jacobs Well Road (Yatala North Exit 38 and follow the Signs).

WHILE YOU WAIT: There will be a Canteen Bar open, a raffle with some awesome prizes and a huge amount of vehicles to look at. Not to mention numerous Corporate Sponsors (Radio Stations, Drink Companies, Food Companies etc) having numerous giveaways to you all. Many Media outlets taking Pictures at the time.

DESTINATION: Parklands Sports Complex. Smith St. Parkwood. Gold Coast. (Exit 66 S/B on the M1).

ARRIVE: Est 12pm.

AFTER YOU ARRIVE: More gawking at some awesome cars and then well........you are on the Gold Coast, perfect excuse to goto the beach

. In essence that will be the end of the event at Parklands. More Media outlets taking pictures at this destination.

Thats it. It doesnt get much simpler than this, and for such a great cause to support. The reason for this is to get the message of Bravehearts out there in the open more, and for a COMMUNITY to band together and support something. This is a chance to really make an impact and perhaps, just perhaps change public perception a little bit.

All funds raised from Donations and Raffles is for the benifit of Bravehearts.

If you are a member of a Car club, such as the Monaro Club, I REALLY want to try and get some of these car clubs on board, this will be great exposure for you. Please contact your Club Presisdent and see what he/she has to say on the matter, if they wish to contact me I can be reached via PM here, or on 0413 994 137, Phonecall being the best way to reach me atm, as things are a little chaotic!

So yeah, thats about it. Lets make this massive. Get ya car on National News, and have it shown in a GOOD light, all the while supporting a cause that really needs all your help.

This is even one event were some younger drivers might even invite their parents. This is all about a GOOD cruise. What we all love and enjoy.

Of course it goes without saying that stupid behaviour will not be tolerated on this cruise. I really don't think anyone would be THAT dumb to ruin something that could be so good.

A final note: We realise this is on the final day of "PowerCruise", however, it is also the final day of "White Balloon Week" the world wide awareness week regarding Child Sexual Abuse - hence the reason why we have chosen this date. Please consider social awareness if you are torn between the two events, as it stands "PowerCruise" runs for 3 days, this is a once a year event. Thankyou. Take care.

Chris

Phoenix84 · #2 (**permalink**) 07-11-2007, 01:23 AM

I'm assuming this isn't just restricted to BMW's? If not I might be able to find a bit more support in other car and bike organisations I'm involved with.

Great cause, sounds like it would be a great day!!!

boosteds15 · #3 (**permalink**) 07-11-2007, 07:22 PM

Evey Car/Bike/Truck welcome to come. It would be immensly appreciated if you coudl spread the word, as this truly is a worthwhile cause.

Thankyou.

bergie_318is · #4 (**permalink**) 07-11-2007, 07:48 PM

well ill see if we and the missus wanna come down.. sounds like a great day out and it is for a good cause

bergie_318is · #5 (**permalink**) 07-11-2007, 07:50 PM

and have u posted this on boostcrusing.com thats where youl find most of your crowd!

boosteds15 · #6 (**permalink**) 07-15-2007, 09:56 PM

Yeah Im actually a Mod on there

Still I wanted to make sure word got around

boosteds15 · #7 (**permalink**) 07-22-2007, 06:17 PM

Again, donations to Bravehearts (Bravehearts | index.ews) can be made on the day at the registration desk.

Thanks all

boosteds15 · #8 (**permalink**) 07-27-2007, 07:35 PM

Doesnt matter at all what sort of car/bike or truck you drive, just being there supporting Bravehearts is H U G E.

E30stain · #9 (**permalink**) 07-30-2007, 07:09 AM

will there be another next year or something again soon? im gonna be in europe durin this one but next one i should be able to get myself and a couple of rangrovers and some 4x4's down there... maybe even a load of ricers if im lucky...only a small town ill see what i can do!

boosteds15 · #10 (**permalink**) 08-10-2007, 12:38 AM

Yep should be up and running again next year, may be on a different date, thats all.

Less than a month now and numbers are looking well above last years. Again, if you are coming in large groups, please try and meet up somewhere prior and come thru all together, that way you will be parked together and will be in line together on the cruise itself.

boosteds15 · #11 (**permalink**) 08-17-2007, 11:41 PM

Just a month away now, we have secured some great raffle prizes from our sponsors, organised some great giveaways, now we just need you all to turn up!

And the bloody rain to stay away! It rained last year and we still got 450 odd cars

Remember, please if you are coming as a 'club or group' please meet prior and arrive together so we can park u all together.

Thankyou

boosteds15 · #12 (**permalink**) 08-28-2007, 08:17 PM

Less than 2 weeks everyone. I am so proud of the responses from the general community. Awesome work everyone getting involved.

We confirmed today Ch10, Ch9, Sunday Mail, and Gold Coast Bulletin will be there doing stories on the day.

There will also be a free Band playing at Parklands when we arrive, as well as a Jumping Castle and Sausage Sizzle run by Rotary just to top the day off.

boosteds15 · #13 (**permalink**) 09-01-2007, 06:39 PM

Less than a week to go now! Media have been ringing me since friday, getting ready to do stories on this!

All set to go. Great work to all planning and meeting before hand, it means you will all cruise as a group on the convoy as well.

I really am tryin to persuade people NOT to meet at BP Yatala and Yatala Pies, as several groups have already tagged those places as meeting places, and already those car parks are quite small!

bergie_318is · #14 (**permalink**) 09-03-2007, 04:48 AM

haha yeah but yatala pies make it even better!, gotta love em... not as good as they used to be though

boosteds15 · #15 (**permalink**) 09-04-2007, 07:21 PM

Rain Rain go away!

The forecast is good for the weekend with the sporadic showers expected to be gone by Saturday! Great news for any who are cleaning cars/bikes and trucks for Sunday! (I know i breathed a sigh of relief!)

Only a few days now, not much more I can say on the event, it's going to be huge with something for everyone. Thankyou again to all who are getting more and more involved, and to all who have rung me to commit their clubs and organisations to the day I will do my best to say gday to you all on the day, but forgive me if I miss you!

Seeya on Sunday all!