On the eve of the most prestigious sailing Event in the world - the America’s Cup - Australian icon of the sport John Bertrand, is in Perth today to lend support to the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships (Perth 2011).
The Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships (Perth 2011) today announced it has secured a major commercial coup, with QBE Insurance Australia (QBE), part of Australia's largest international insurance and reinsurance group, signing on as a Gold Level Commercial Partner for the Event.
Perth 2011 recognises the tremendous importance of community health and safety, which is the foundation of its decision announced today to partner with two of the most relevant charities - Fremantle Sea Rescue and the Asthma Foundation of WA - to promote its community commitment.
Imagine moving nearly 1,000 boats and related equipment from all corners of the globe, at the same time, and getting each and every one to Perth safely and in a timely manner.
The Australian Government today announced it has matched the Western Australian State Government dollar-for-dollar in its support of the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships.