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V8 Supercars Roar Into Town The V8 Supercars return to Phillip Island from 25 to 27 November, for what will be an exciting finish to the V8 racing calendar. By Bass Coast Shire - 14th November 2005 - Back to News The BigPond Grand Finale at the Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit will see the top drivers vie for the championship, as the results of the title come down to the final race.
Race for the championship title
In contention for the lead spot are Russell Ingall, Marcos Ambrose, Craig Lowndes, Todd Kelly and Mark Skaife. Phillip Island will be the final race for current V8 Supercar champion, Tasmanian Marcos Ambrose, who is driving for his third straight championship. Mark Skaife is chasing his sixth title, which would make him the most successful V8 driver in history.
All the drivers will take part in a special open-to-the-public breakfast at Crown Casino in Melbourne on Thursday 24 November, before travelling down to Phillip Island, where there will be a special welcoming presentation on Friday 25 November.
Public interest in the event is reflected in the volume of accommodation bookings being experienced on Phillip Island, says Bass Coast Shire Council’s Visitor Services Manager, Peter Francis.
"Accommodation on Phillip Island is near capacity.
"The number of bookings certainly reflects the huge amount of interest in the event this year," he said.
Traffic Flow
Bass Coast Shire Council’s Special Events Coordinator, Frank Angarane, says there will be a number of initiatives in place to help ease the traffic congestion.
"There will be one-way traffic into the circuit and one-way out on Sunday," he said.
Mr Angarane also confirmed that the Blue Line would be operating on Phillip Island Road and Bass Highway on the Sunday.
"The V8 Supercar drivers will be staying back after the main race to sign autographs for fans.
"That should stagger the flow of people leaving the venue," said Mr Angarane.
"Patrons are also being encouraged to go into Cowes for dinner and to travel off the Island later, to help spread the traffic load.
"One of our major concerns is reaching non-event patrons, so they can be alerted to the traffic issues that will surround the race."
Mr Angarane said a large crowd was expected for the event and that the final ride of Marcos Ambrose was certain to attract the patrons.
A win for families and school children
Mr Angarane said families thinking of attending the BigPond Grande Finale will be pleased to discover that children under 12 are admitted free.
"In addition, on Friday 25 November, any child in school uniform will be admitted free.
"This is an initiative by event promoter AVESCO to encourage young people to get involved in the sport," Mr Angarane advised.
Anyone needing further information about the event should contact Council on (03) 5671 2211 or (03) 5951 3311, or visit www.basscoast.vic.gov.au. Additional information can also be found at www.V8supercar.com.au. Tickets are available from www.ticketmaster.com.au.
Source: www.gippsland.com Published by: news@gippsland.com
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