Platinum Sponsor - Sylvania Lighting Australasia
Sylvania Lighting Australasia (SLA) is a vertically integrated designer, manufacturer and distributor of lighting systems.
With key international partners and access to leading edge lamp technologies, SLA markets a comprehensive selection of lighting fixtures for architectural, industrial/commercial, decorative and residential applications. Complementary to this extensive range of fixture products, SLA provides a unique access to the diverse international lamp market for incandescent, fluorescent, compact fluorescent, high intensity discharge, halogen, miniature incandescent and special lamp sources.
Mark West, Executive General Manager of Sylvania Lighting Australasia in Sydney joined us on the Ride 4 Kids .... Armidale to Maitland Challenge in 2011 and is back on board again in 2012 to conquer the 1000 K's 4 Kids. www.sla.net.au
Gold Sponsor - Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric creates high quality electrical and electronic products - for the home, business and industry.
When you think of Mitsubishi Electric, you probably think of high quality air conditioners, but, since 1967, we have been touching your life in so many other ways.
We supply the traction system on the train that takes you home, the giant screens at the MCG, and the substation that regulates your electricity. The satellite that carries your mobile phone call are made by Mitsubishi Electric too.
We also provide data projectors for your office, video walls for entertainment and control rooms.
No matter where you find Mitsubishi Electric, you'll see the same hallmarks of performance and dependability. With Mitsubishi Electric, it's all about quality of life
Blue Team Sponsor - Mingara One
At Mingara One we're here to help you improve your fitness, achieve your weight loss goals and maintain your life balance. Our team specialises in providing you with genuine, motivating guidance, and our state of the art gym equipment helps you maximise your workout effort. We want you to 'feel alive' and achieve your health and fitness needs regardless of your age or fitness ability.
Red Team Sponsor - Jayco Newcastle
Why not visit Jayco Newcastle to find out how our team offers one of the most comprehensive total customer solutions with a friendly smile. Jayco Newcastle has been awarded Jayco National Country Dealer of the Year for twelve of the last thirteen years for sales excellence. We hold the full range of New Jayco Caravans and have built a reputation with the ability to deliver stock vans within a few days of sale. Why not ask for a trade in price on your current van, you may be surprised!
Our business has been operating for over 30 years and has a reputation of great customer service which backed by the Jayco brand gives you peace of mind when buying your next caravan.
Orange Team Sponsor - United Collieries
United Collieries Pty. Limited (United) was formed in 1980 and operates an underground coal mine approximately 16 kilometres west of Singleton in the Upper Hunter Valley of New South Wales. As of December 1999 United’s ownership comprises 95% Xstrata Coal Pty. Ltd. and 5% Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU).
United Collieries recognises that genuine partnerships with stakeholders and with local communities is an essential part of our operations. United devotes a substantial amount of time, effort and resources to communication and involvement with stakeholders and engage as a responsible corporate citizen with the wider society of which it is a part.
Pink Team Sponsor - Flight Dance Supplies
Flight Dance Supplies is a business dedicated to giving excellent customer service when supplying all items required by a dancer. Flight's retail outlet located at 106 George Street, East Maitland is fully stocked with ballet, jazz and tap shoes, dance uniforms, leotards, skirts and pants for all ages and for most schools. Flight also stocks a beautiful range of quality performance fabrics and trims just perfect for eisteddfod and concert time.
Owners of Flight, Sue and Graeme Towns are always looking for ways to give back to their community. With the large majority of dancers who visit our store being children, we are very proud to support Camp Quality. We wish all the Riders a safe and memorable trip in September and our thoughts will be with you all the way!
Green Team Sponsor - Computer Systems Australia
Founded in 1986 CSA is Australia's leading integrator of Risk-Tolerant Information and Communications solutions and is a multi-award winning partner to some of the world's biggest IT Vendors such as Microsoft, HP and Cisco.
CSA provides solutions in Advanced Communications, Server & Storage, Security, Networking, Software, Operating Environment & Messaging, Cloud and Hosted Services, Virtualisation and Desktop Hardware. Through our unique P3 methodology of effective People, resilient Product and risk-tolerant Process, CSA delivers greater project resilience thereby reducing risk and providing true peace of mind and assurance.
Purple Team Sponsor - The Junction Hotel
The Junction Hotel has successfully merged traditional and modern design concepts to create what can only be described as a remarkable venue. Promoting the local community and offering a sense of place for its’ guests , The Junction Hotel is the local meeting spot. The Junction Hotel was nominated for several awards including:
"Best Casual Dining- Country" Awards for Excellence NSW AHA 2010'
"Best Bar Presentation" Newcastle & Hunter AHA Service With a Smile Awards 2010'
"Country Pub of the Year" NSW AHA Awards for Excellence 2008'
"Casual Dining of the Year" NSW AHA Awards 2008'
The contemporary setting boasts a fully retractable roof which allows natural light to flood the central courtyard and the floor to ceiling glass water feature offers a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy the hotels premium range of beers, wine ,cocktails and fare.