“I think that’s the beauty of this event, so many of us have created life-long friendships through becoming an Indy volunteer and there are hundreds of other people who join us each year on the Gold Coast.
“Being from Toowoomba you can’t help but get caught up with all the hype surrounding Will Power and the involvement of Team Australia.
“We’re all counting down the days until this year’s event and I have no hesitation in encouraging anyone to be a part of this year’s Indy. ”
The Lexmark Indy 300 already holds the record for recruiting the largest number of volunteers for an annual Australian major event or festival.
The ING Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne and the Clipsal 500 both train 1,200 volunteers, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras uses 1000, the Adelaide Fringe Festival has more than 350 and the Sydney Royal Easter Show uses around 150 volunteers.
There’s little doubt becoming a volunteer at the Lexmark Indy 300 is a rewarding experience and one which ensures those involved will usually pencil in the October dateline into their calendars each year.
“The benefits of joining the volunteer team are the friendships that are developed, spending time on the beautiful Gold Coast with all its celebrated features, mixing with drivers and other celebrities on and off track, enjoying an exclusive post-race party and contributing to the overall success of Queensland’s premier event, ” said Lexmark Indy 300 Chairman Greg Hooton.
“Volunteer recruitment is something we take very seriously and are always on the look out for individuals who have the attributes to become an important part of the Lexmark Indy 300 team.
“We have a diverse range of people who bring with them a host of skills and experiences which have proven invaluable in making the Lexmark Indy 300 the success it has become.
“But it’s not all about what volunteers can offer the event and we encourage everyone to perform their role while also having loads of fun meeting new people, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying the entertainment. ”
As part of their accreditation, all volunteers receive two Lexmark Indy 300 shirts, one Lexmark Indy 300 cap, one rain coat, one set of ear plugs, a four-day General Admission guest pass, daily lunch and drinks, and an invitation to the post-race party.
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