Phillip Island is bracing itself for four days of Motorcycle fever. This time every year, the island becomes a massive carnival of motorcycle enthusiasts as they come to see the annual Moto GP sponsored by Iveco for 2010.
This year drawcards the world's leading riders including Rossi, Stoner, Pedrosa and Lorenzo. You can view what's happening throughout the 4 days.
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| (Source: www.motogp.com) |
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| (Source: www.motogp.com) |
Whether you're an avid MotoGP fan or new to the sport you'll experience an unforgettable weekend at the home of Australian Motorcycle Racing. The Island has a reputation for being one of the most unique and breathtaking destinations on the international circuit - with panoramic ocean views and great spectator vantage points all around the track.
There is plenty of Offtrack Activities to entertain you throughout the event. These include:
- Scenic Helicopter Flights
- Bikes and Displays at Gardner Straight
- Grid Girls
- Late trading and live entertainment every night in Thompson Avenue, Cowes
In the lead up don't miss out on some of the spectacular gatherings of man and machine as large groups of Motorcyclists converge on Phillip Island.
The 8th Barry Sheene Tribute Ride starts with a tribute dinner on Wednesday 13th October at the Bairnsdale RSL before more than a thousand riders depart Bairnsdale at 9.30am travelling in convoy along Prices Hwy to Morwell for lunch.
On Saturday 16th October another motorcycle ride commences from Cranbourne.
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| MRA CRanbourne Run 2009 (Source: City of Casey - www.casey.vic.gov.au) |
This is the annual MRA Cranbourne GP Run. From 8.15am on the day, the Cranbourne Community puts on an event not to be missed.
Families traditionally head to Cranbourne early to be part of the traditional Celebrity Wave Off when thousands of motorcyclists get ready to travel en masse to Phillip Island.
This year Olympic Champion Cathy Freeman will be waving off thousands of gathered motorcycles around 10am. You can just imaging the roar of powerful engines as they rev up in anticipation of the get-set, go! There will be plenty of entertainment to keep the whole family amused with a variety of children's actvities, food stalls and entertainment right through until 11am.
Phillip Island accommodation during the Grand Prix
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| Carajac Lodge (Source: www.looknbook.com.au) |
Accommodation on Phillip Island is at a premium during the Grand Prix with hotels, motels and Self-Contained Holiday Houses filling up and going for a premium price. On the other hand there are plenty of campsites both on the island and around the Grand Prix Circuit. There will be a special bus service put on during the Grand Prix to facilitate traffic to and from the Circuit.
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