Sydneysiders to cheer Sydney Swans

27 September 2005

SYDNEY SWANS TICKERTAPE PARADE
FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2005
Departs cnr George & Alfred Streets at 12 noon, runs along George St, arrives Town Hall at 12.30 pm with official proceedings and concludes at 1 pm

Sydney is putting the final touches on the triumphant Sydney Swans AFL Grand Final champions Victory Parade hosted by The NSW Premier, Morris Iemma, and Lord Mayor, Clover Moore.

"This team's never-say-die attitude resulted in a truly historic victory that people from all around NSW have taken a great deal of pride in.  They are deserved AFL champions and their achievement deserves to be recognised and celebrated in style," said The Premier.

"Sydney is very proud of the achievement of the Swans and I urge Sydneysiders to show their appreciation at this special parade," Ms Moore said.

It is an opportunity for the public to show their appreciation of the Team and celebrate their success. Parade organisers are encouraging people to join in the celebrations and cheer the team in their best red and white gear.

The Team will be officially welcomed at Sydney Town Hall by The Premier of NSW, The Hon. Morris Iemma and Sydney Lord Mayor, Clover Moore MP.

WHAT:
Victory Parade for Sydney Swans Team
Official proceedings at Town Hall
Presentation of the Keys to the City from the Lord Mayor;
Presentation of the NSW Achievement Award from the NSW Premier

WHEN:         
Friday 30 September, 12pm to 2pm. Media to be in place by 11.15am

WHERE:
Starts at corner of George & Alfred Streets at midday, runs along George St and finishes at Town Hall with official proceedings and reception.

Media wanting access to the parade route & Town Hall media areas &/or arrange outside broadcast locations need to register with the Office of Protocol & Special Events on telephone 02 9513 2000 or email opse@premiers.nsw.gov.au

On the Parade Day media contacts are:
Katie Melrose, mobile 0413 307 849 or Erika Jimenez, mobile 0412 064 158

Related Resources

Parade Questions & Answers

Members of the public can obtain further details on the Parade by visiting:

• Parade information www.events.nsw.gov.au.
• Road closures and traffic information www.rta.nsw.gov.au
• Public Transport information www.131500.com.au or call 131 500
• There will be a disabled access viewing area on the Sydney Square side of Town Hall steps, George Street. To reserve a space please call 02 9265 9218.