Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix. Aug 06
And as we prepare to commemorate the 10th consecutive running of the event at the magnificent Phillip Island circuit from 15 - 17 September, there is indeed much to celebrate. The ten year celebrations are also a boon for Grand Prix visitors, with general admission and grandstand ticket prices frozen at 2005 rates.
"For just $35, spectators can witness an entire day of adrenalin-charged action at what is widely regarded as the best round of the World Championship," said Mr Bamford.
Much has changed in the world of MotoGP since the world's greatest two-wheeled race returned to the Island in 1997. Back then, Valentino Rossi - a little known 18-year old from the northern Italian city of Urbino - became the 125cc World Champion. In the same year, Australia's legendary Mick Doohan won the fourth of his five consecutive MotoGP
World Championships.
General Admission Tickets
Adult Conc. Family
Season - 3 day$130 $74 $260
Single day tickets
Friday$35 $18 $70
Saturday$59 $35 $118
Sunday $77 $49 $154
Weather Shelter
General admission and grandstand patrons can take advantage of weather shelters at the Phillip Island GP Circuit. Located next to the Bass Strait Grandstand and in the general admission area overlooking Turn One, the marquee-style shelters will have views of the track plus superscreen viewing.
Weather Shelter Adult
Bass Strait $50
Turn One $50
Does not include entry ticket/acess to circuit.
Grandstand Tickets
Four grandstands are available strategically located around the circuit. Your ticket includes reserve seating in the grandstand of your choice and access to the General Admission area. All Grand-stand tickets are only available as a 3-day reserved seat.
Stand Cost
Gardner Straight Stand $235
Bass Strait Stand $235
Siberia South Stand $235
Lukey Heights Stand $235
Campground Tickets
A choice of two campgrounds are available, both within easy access to the Circuit.
Trackside Campground
(Bikes & Tents only)
Overlooking the southern sections of the track, the Trackside campground is the premium site with great views of the Southern Loop. This campground is reserved for spectators with motorcycles and tents only. Cars will be permitted in the campground for half an hour for the purpose of unloading or loading camping equipment.
Cost: Adult $99 Concession $47
Prices are per person and include Thursday-Sunday nights inclusive
Highside Campground
Cars, motor homes, caravans, bikes, tents (Formerly Carpark campground). This campground has been developed for all purpose camping. Access via Gate 5.
Cost: Adult $71 Concession $33
Prices are per person and include Thursday-Sunday nights inclusive. Limited powered sites available for additional $65 per site.
Purchasing tickets
Tickets are available for purchase at Ticketmaster on 131 641.
Bookings can also be made from the Australian Grand Prix Corporation website at www.grandprix.com.au Campgrounds - You can book online, or contact the Grand Prix Travel Office on 1300 300 701 or email:
Concession prices only apply to General Admission and Campground tickets only for children 15 years of age and under; Seniors Card holders, Pensioner Concession Cardholders and full time students.
Australian MotoGP wildcards announced Motorcycling Australia (MA) has named three riders to be granted wildcard entry into this year's 2006 Australian 125cc MotoGP at Phillip Island.
Brett Symonds of Tasmania, Tom Hatton of WA and Blake Leigh-Smith of Queensland, pending FIM final approval, have all been given the green light by MA to appear at the event. Rhys Moller and Brent Rigoli are emergencies.
For Symmonds, the ride will be a 'second chance', having been granted entry to the 2005 event, but breaking his leg in five places at this time last year! The Tasmanian has only been able to return to competition this year.
Ride for Baz
The 'Ride to the GP - a Tribute to Barry Sheene' is also on again this year, departing from Bairnsdale, VIC, on Thursday September 14, touring through Gippsland on the way to the Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit.
Barry's daughter, Sidonie Sheene will be at the Island to greet riders taking part in this ever-growing event. This is a free 'convoy' ride open to all riders who want to take part.
