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Read the full storyThe Lucinda Hotel has been busily gearing up for a spectacular celebration and afternoon of fun, socialisation and lively entertainment ahead of Sunday’s mammoth Boat Giveaway event.
Sunday 15 December will see the hotel stage an epic afternoon with the terrific talents of four-piece rock band, Zacariah set to be staged from 1pm through to 4pm!
“We’re excited to play locally at the Lucinda Hotel as the guys are from Ingham, and my wife is also from the area, and we don’t get to play back “home” very often,” shared Paul Pappas of Zacariah
“It’s been about two to three years since we’ve performed there and we’re excited to put on a show!”
Guest MC Nick Dametto will also be in attendance, and there will be plenty of great prizes and of course, the star of the show and major prize, a $20,000 4.25m Stessl boat equipped with a 30HP Mercury Motor!
The Lucinda Hotel invites the community to come along to enjoy an unforgettable Sunday extravaganza, with lunch offered from 11:30am to 2pm, and their delicious dinner menu running from 5:30pm to 8pm.
Prizes will be drawn from 1pm onwards with a $500 voucher for Townsville’s Ardo Luxury Hotel, a signed Bronco’s jersey and more up for grabs, with the giveaways concluding with the announcement of the major prize winner at 3pm sharp!
It’s not too late to try your luck and snag an entry in the draw! Visit the Lucinda Hotel and spend $30 at either the bar, restaurant or bottle shop on eligible products to receive a ticket in the barrel.
What: Lucinda Hotel Boat Giveaway Event
When: Sunday 15 December from 11:30am
Where: Lucinda Hotel, 6 Keast Street, Lucinda
More Information: lucindahotel.com.au
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