grampians rider to remember 2012
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2012
GRAMPIANS ‘RIDE TO REMEMBER’
The 4th annual GRAMPIANS ‘Ride to Remember’ will be held in the Grampians, Western Victoria on Sunday 29th January. The Ride is a green corridor event and is open to all licensed motorcycle enthusiasts, and will be conducted under police escort to maximize safety and to minimize disruption to other road users.
The Ride will start from the Ararat Performing Arts Centre, Barkly St Ararat (main business precinct) at 9.30am and travel a 178km circuit that takes in the rural countryside of the Ararat Rural City municipality and to the fringes of the magnificent Grampians National Park including the townships of Maroona, Willaura, Moyston and Pomonal (10.45am morning tea), then travelling on to check out popular Lake Fyans in the Northern Grampians Shire before returning to the relaxing Alexandra Gardens in Ararat.
Registration: $25 for Riders and Pillions and includes a Barbecue Luncheon Pass, Commemorative 2012 Ride Badge and complimentary bottled water following the event.
The GRAMPIANS ‘Ride to Remember’ is hosted by the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation – Ararat Branch and all proceeds from the 2012 Ride will go towards a new CT Scanner for the ‘John McNally’ Medical Imaging Department at East Grampians Health Service ( Ararat Hospital).
Enquiries: Tel 5356 2351 Email: [email protected] Website: www.remember.org.au Online bookings: http://www.trybooking.com/16421
2012 “GRAMPIANS” – Ride to Remember
Please complete this form for the 2012 Ride and post or email registration to :
Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation – Ararat Branch c/- Dianne Radford, 60 Main St Great Western, 3374 Email: [email protected]
NB: For online payments please go to:
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“GRAMPIANS” RIDE TO REMEMBER “GRAMPIANS” RIDE TO REMEMBER SUNDAY, JANUARY 29thSUNDAY, JANUARY 29th
Registration Fee: $25 (all inclusive)
Bike Rider or Pillion Passenger
All participants are requested to read the conditions of entry and sign their acceptance on this form.
Declaration: I hereby agree that I will participate in this event entirely at my own risk and that I, my successors, executors and administrators will release, indemnity and not instigate any claim, demand or expense against the organisers, their members, agents or sponsors for any personal injury, loss of life or damage to personal property suffered during or subsequent to the events of the day.
I hereby agree to the above terms and to voluntarily withdraw from the event at any stage if I consider I cannot safely and competently complete the ride or maintain the pace being set by other participants or in the event of mechanical or other failures of my motorcycle.
Register for the Grampians Ride by the 22/1/2012 and be in the DRAW to win a dozen Grampians
Premium Shiraz courtesy of Clayfield Wines and Mt Cole Wineworks!
2012 “GRAMPIANS” RIDE TO REMEMBER Sunday, 29th January Departing Time:
9.30am: Ride (178kms) Ararat Performing Arts Centre business precinct in Barkly St, Ararat.
Destination:
Taking in the rural countryside of the Ararat Rural City municipality to the fringes of the magnificent Grampians National Park including the townships of Maroona, Willaura, Moyston and Pomonal (30 minute refreshment break), then checking out popular Lake Fyans in the Northern Grampians Shire before returning to Ararat for a relaxing BBQ Lunch in the Alexandra Gardens.
$25 per Rider or Pillion Passenger
(Includes BBQ Lunch, 2012 Commemorative Badge and complimentary bottled water at the finish of the Ride)
* Ararat Lions Club BBQ Lunch and Refreshments
* Blue Ribbon Merchandise available
The RIDE is open to all registered motorcycles and licensed riders with Clubs, Group Bookings, Pillion Passengers most welcome to participate.
NB: Conduct of the Ride will be subject to a safety and risk
assessment in relation to bushfires in or around the route. Organisers reserve the right to cancel the event at any stage including the evacuation of all persons from areas within the Ararat Rural City and the Northern Grampians Shire on the advice of the Police Operations Commander.
REGISTRATION FORM
REGISTRATION FORM
www.remember.org.au
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation – Ararat Branch
Dianne Radford, 60 Main St, Great Western 3374
Tel: 5356 2351
Email: [email protected]
“Grampians” – Ride to Remember
The “Grampians” Ride to Remember is organised by motorcycle enthusiasts, all recreational riders from the Grampians Region who want make a contribution to their community. They form a Sub Committee of the Ararat Branch of the Foundation who will ensure a safe and enjoyable ride for all participants.
There are obvious synergies between the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation, police and motoring. We are grateful for the support of our local experienced motorcycle riders, Ararat Police Highway Patrol, Ararat Rural City and Northern Grampians Shire who are assisting with the planning of the Ride.
The Traffic Management and Safety Plan for the “Grampians” Ride to Remember will be under the supervision of the Ararat Police Highway Patrol. This will be a „green corridor’ event under police escort to maximise safety and to minimise
disruption to other road users. Because we will be expecting hot conditions at this time of the year, there will be a refreshment stop (30 minutes) at Pomonal Hall so that riders can rehydrate and stretch their legs.
Parking of bikes following the Ride will be in a designated area close to the BBQ Lunch area. This will include those entering the „Show N Shine‟.
REGISTRATION in advance (see Early Birds Special Offer) is preferred however entries will be accepted on the day of the
Ride at the starting point.
Riders registering on the day will need to arrive early and make sure they complete registration formalities prior to the start time. The Registration Area will operate from 8.15am.
There will be a formal briefing for Riders at 9.00am outlining details of the route and any conditions that may apply to the day.
The Main Ride is 178km so please ensure you have adequate fuel on board to cover the distance. Also bottled water a good idea to pack for the Ride as weather could be warm.
STARTING POINT: Ararat Performing Arts Centre, Barkly St Ararat (designated area) - see map below for directions.
The Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation doesn’t just remember lives…it saves them!
The Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation perpetuates the memory of members of Victoria Police killed in the line of duty by giving financial support to worthwhile community projects within Victoria.
The Victorian community have given overwhelming to the many Blue Ribbon events, and the “Grampians” Ride to Remember will continue the tradition to honour the Victoria Police Officers who have died in the line of duty with 22 having
been killed in incidents involving motorcycles since 1924.
There are some 300,000 licensed riders in Victoria, so the Ride to Remember is an excellent opportunity for the motorcycle community to come together and remember these Officers.
The Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation - Ararat Branch established in 2002 is committed to fundraising for new facilities and equipment for East Grampians Health Service (Ararat Hospital). All proceeds from this years‟ “Grampians” Ride to Remember will be dedicated to a new CT Scanner for the „John McNally‟ Medical Imaging Department.
BLUE RIBBON MERCHANDISING will be available for sale on the day.
SHOW “N” SHINE
Classic, Tourer/Cruiser, Sports, Custom, Retro, Rat (Novelty) Bikes
Open to ALL Riders with Entry Forms available at the
Registration Area prior to the Ride, and at the Parking
Area at the finish of the Ride.
BIKES ENTERING WILL NEED TO DISPLAY THE COLOURED STICKER FOR THEIR SECTION TO BE ELIGIBLE.
$1,000 IN PRIZES TO BE AWARDED
Proudly Supported by:
Accommodation, Attractions, Where to Eat!
CONTACT: Ararat & Grampians Visitor Information Centre Tel: 1800 657 158 Email: [email protected]
www.ararat.vic.gov.au
REMINDER - BRING ALONG YOUR TICKET
Entry fee is $25 for both Riders and Pillions and
all registered participants will be issued with a
“Grampians” Ride to Remember TICKET.
You need to present your TICKET on the day to receive your complimentary BBQ lunch.
Late payments prior to the event and day registrations
will need to get their TICKET and BBQ Lunch Pass at the Registration Area in the Ararat Performing Arts
Centre on the morning of the Ride.
The complimentary 2012 Commemorative Badge will be given out together with your bottled water at the
finish of the Ride at the Alexandra Gardens.