Sponsorship Proposal

Data#3 Racing Team 2011

Data#3 is pleased to invite you as a key partner to sponsor theData#3 Racing Team for the 2011 race season

This is your opportunity to partner with our CSR initiatives and continue to build brand equity in partnership with Data#3.

What is the Data#3 Racing Team about?Data#3 is focussed on most QLD and key National racing events. We have a high-commitment to our sponsors and provide them with quality exposure primarily through our riders’ uniform, and we are currently considered the most ‘visible’ corporate-backed Cycling Team in Queensland. Our key characteristics are:

Values Hard Training, Results will follow; Support all rider’s development; No “DNFs”; Family friendly; Encourage and support staff cycling initiatives; Sponsor Visibility

Longivity Commenced in 2008 and 2011 will be our 4th year.

Size 33 signed riders (current) including 4 x A-graders, B, C grade & Masters.

Success Great results with over 60 podiums including two TOP 20 spots National Road Series Races, National Champion (Australian Defence Championships), 2nd in STATE Team Time Trial 2010, 3rd in STATE Time Trial 2010, 4th in QLD STATE Road Championships 2009, 3rd in QLD STATE Team Championships 2010. 1st KoM Cunningham Classic 2009, 2010. 1st and 2nd in FCM Corporate Criterium 2008. 1st in Womens FCM 2008.

Sponsorship DetailsFinancial sponsorship is a key element of a successful corporate cycling team as it is used to fund uniforms, consumables, race and events and coaching. A variety of sponsorship packages are available and each package offers the opportunity for vendors to be part of the biggest growing sport in Australia. By supporting the Data#3 Racing Team your business will:

be involved in a successful and growing cycling team and share the enjoyment of the success improve partnership levels with Data#3 gain exposure in relevant media, via team photos and activities be able to talk and invite customers to activities around cycling and the team

Secure your sponsorship of a Racing Team today!To secure your sponsorship, fill in the attached form and email or fax to the attention of Kerri Absolon on 1300 32 82 32, or to kerri_absolon@data3.com.au. All sponsorship requests must be submitted by Friday 15th October 2010.

Want to discuss it further?Please feel free to contact a member of the Data#3 team:

George Rodgers National Vendor Manager george_rodgers@data3.com.au 0407 774 599

Andrew Heath Race Team Director andrew_heath@data3.com.au 0413 083 270

N.B. In the case of conflicting Brands, Over-subscription, Data#3 Limited reserve the right to allocate sponsorship levels as deemed suitable, all submissions are considered equally.

Sponsor Inclusions Matrix

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$24k $12k $6k $3k NegNumber of positions available 1 1 2 5 -Branding Logo on Team Kit A B C D NegBrand on Team Logo

Logo on Magnetic Signs on Team Car & 2 x Support Cars for Races Neg

Logo on Team Polo NegLogo on Branded fascia board for Team Photos NegLogo on team correspondence (size according to category)

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Logo on internal and external website (size/position according to category)EntertainmentTent at Nominated Event with customer catering package worth $1200 for 10 customers

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Planned & Coached 1-hour Ride for Sponsor & their friends or customers including breakfast (6 riders max)

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Assigned A-grade rider for Year to be made available for your corporate event or ride

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People at Team Launch 4 4 2 2 2CommunicationsDaily Internal and External Team Blog Updates including key race reportsTeam Information EmailsReceive 6 month reviewMemorabilia/MerchandiseSupply of Jerseys (extra kit can be arranged at cost) 4 2 1 1 1Supply of Mounted Kit Signed with Team Photo InsertsValue $600Special offer to riders, customers and/or other sponsors on D3RT external and/or internal website Cross-benefitsAccess to wholesale pricing for MAXXIS, ENDURA and other sponsors for TEAM SUBSCRIBERSSpecial offer to riders, customers and/or other sponsors on D3RT external and/or internal website Day Access to Team Car for up to 2 PersonsValue $200 pp/per day

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Free Seats at Team Seminars held at Data#3 ($30/head) - Nutrition for Health - Nutrition for Athletes - Flexibility & Preparation - Training Principles

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Kit Sponsorship Packages

There are several ways to sponsor the Data#3 Racing Team. The primary sponsorship mechanism to reach base target is through financial jersey sponsorship. Jersey Sponsorship Levels are as indicated below. Please note that this Jersey design is ‘indicative only’ and may change subject to Race Team design committee, Platinum Sponsorship input and Cycling Queensland Technical Committee Recommendations (safety and visibility).

Platinum Sponsor $24k A This sponsorship Level will provide a co-naming opportunity. Your company name and branding will on the Team Logo and Registered as the Team Name. This is a great opportunity also to raise the profile of your CSR and health activities within your business.

Gold Sponsor $12k B Gold Sponsorship is the largest non-coname position and will appear on Back-side and front of racing uniform.

Silver Sponsor $6k C1,C2 There are two silver sponsorship slotsC1 - shoulder/sleeve and on legC2 - side panel & leg

Bronze Sponsor $3k D1-5 Bronze Sponsors appear on Chest and Rear Pockets. Rear Pockets may be obscused by race numbers depending on prescribed position.

Equipment & Services Sponsors (neg) E1-5

Equipment Sponsors, if their equipment is not visible, may be placed in free-space including sleeves, neck and arm hem, legs, and alternative clothing. We are also in need of services as well as transport and vehicle.

Indicative Kit Sponsorship Positions *indicative

Other ways to Support Data#3 Racing Team

Apart from key jersey sponsorship, there are many other ways to support Data#3 Team. Clarification on specific sponsorship benefits will be agreed upon prior to commitment.

Event Sponsor $2,000-$15,000

Own the team for an international, interstate or country races. Race entries and costs to enter additional events vary according to the grade of race, number of riders, distance, length of race and support required. A single day interstate race in Victoria would cost $3,500 where as a 5 day event would cost $8-10k. You will have full access to team car and tent as well as add in your own corporate touch to the event. Our A-grade Team are looking at new Interstate and OS race opportunities.Extra events are Tour of Geelong, Melbourne to Warnambool, Tour of Malaysia, Perth, Tasmania.

Book a Hosted Ride$800-$1,500Arrange a 1 hour coached ride and breakfast for 4+ Riders including an A-Grade Rider.

Sponsor Team Peripheral Clothing (Cost of Clothing)We can incorporate you company’s logo on the specific apparel below. We can also order additional uniforms per staff at cost at your request.

Arm & Knee Warmers $3,500Cycling Caps $1,800Socks $1,400Time Trial Suits $2,000Track Suits (A-grade) $2,500Polos $2,500Gloves $1,750

Sponsor a Junior Rider$5,000

Queensland is blessed with many talented Junior Riders. These riders struggle with the funding to take them to the National Junior Events. Sponsoring a Junior Rider will permit the race team to complement their A-Team with this Junior and in-turn support the junior rider in his/her development.

Loan a RiderLoan a rider A-grade Rider and coaching for your charity or corporate event. POA

Equipment & Services Sponsor – Join Maxxis Tyres as a Team Equipment Sponsor. We are happy to negotiate a level of exclusivity with the team as well as promote and offer your equipment to our non-sponsored riders 40+ as well as broader support group 1000+. We are looking for the following CONTRA sponsorships:

Team Clothing Team Vehicles (for race events and/or training) Helmets Sunglasses Nutritional Supplements Shoes Bicycles

Wheels Radio Communications Peripheral Equipment Servicing/Mechanic Skills Physio/Doctor

Equipment & Services sponsors will have the opportunity to have their branding to be placed on the kit based on the value of their contribution and primarily if their product is not on display by the riders during events or training. Please refer to the Sponsorship Matrix.

Purchase Additional Kit

Our kit is provided by leading Australian Manufacturers. In addition to the benefits provided in the document, the Race Team Kit can be purchased exclusiveley for sponsors. These jerseys are not for general sale and it is requested that anyone provided with the branded apparel is reminded of riding etiquette and responsibility on our roads. Our riders are under a strict code of conduct in regards to abiding by group etiquette and the road-laws. Kit prices is listed below:

Jerseys (w/full zip) $90Bib-knicks (Elite) $130Vest $75Jacket $130Arm warmers $40Team Polo $50Gloves $35Cap $30Socks $15

Proposed Event Program 2011

All event dates are subject to Cycling Queensland and Cycling Australia Finalisation. Event selection may be changed by Team Management

Dec-FebBoQ Twilight Series (Nundah)Summer Sizzling Series (Synergy Park)TV | National Road Championships – Ballarat

MarchCootha Challenge & Charity Ride (Social)Dutton Criterium (NorthLakes)Mt Cotton Kermese

AprilQLD U19 Champs (Kalbar) Anzac 25 (Lakeside)TV | NRS Battle of Border 3 day Event (Tweed Valley)

MayQLD Teams Racing 1 (Tent Hill)QLD Elite Masters Criterium Champs (Nundah)QLD Metro Championships (Murrarie/Mt Alford)

JuneAvanti Classic (Lowood) QLD Teams Racing 2 - Ipswich OpenTV | NRS Tour of Toowoomba-3 day event

JulyFusion Gasworks Criterium/DuathlonQLD Teams Racing 3 - Calliope to Biloela Tour de Scenic Rim TV | NRS Tour of Gippsland

AugustQLD Teams Racing 4 & 5 (TBA)Charles Coin Memorial (Laidley)Cunningham Classic – (Warwick)QLD State Road Championships

SeptemberQLD State ITTQLD State TTTTV | NRS Citi to Goulburn

OctoberTV | NRS Grafton to InverellTV | Noosa Triathlon Criterium

Key: NRS – National Road SeriesTV – Televised Nationally in 2010QLD – State run event

Sponsor Registration for Data#3 Racing TeamTo secure your sponsorship, fill in the attached form and email or fax to the attention of Kerri Absolon on 1300 32 82 32, or to kerri_absolon@data3.com.au. All sponsorship requests must be submitted by Friday 15th October 2010.

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Sponsorship Level: (please tick your requested level) on a first come, first serve basis!

Platinum/Co-name Sponsorship (1 only) $24k Gold Sponsorship (1 only) $12k

Silver Sponsorship (2 only) $6k Bronze Sponsorship (5 only) $3k

Other Contribution (See Other ways to support Data#3 Team section above)

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Date: ______________________________________________________________Payment is required in full prior to initial kit order