Paul Henderson CHIEF MINISTER

20 March 2008

POWDERFINGER TO ROCK DARWIN

Leading Australian rock band will headline this year’s Savings and Loans , Chief Minister Paul Henderson announced today.

Mr Henderson said securing the band for the popular event is great news for Territorians.

“Powderfinger is a top Australian act who have won 15 ARIA Awards - so to have them perform in Darwin for the 6 th BASSINTHEGRASS is a real coup,” he said.

“The band’s recent Dream Days at the Hotel Existence debuted at number one on the ARIA chart and I’m sure Darwin fans will welcome the news.

“BASSINTHEGRASS is the Territory’s biggest music festival featuring the best bands in Australia and this year is no different, so I encourage everyone to get along.

“Other bands taking their place on the BASSINTHEGRASS dual stage include , Potbelleez , The Audreys and Hercules in New York .

“The festival is a great opportunity for our local bands to showcase their talent and nominations are now available at www.bassinthegrass.com.au

“Last year's BASSINTHEGRASS attracted over 7000 people for the 12 hour festival – a great boost to the Territory’s economy,” Mr Henderson said.

BASSINTHEGRASS will be held at Darwin Amphitheatre on Saturday 24 th May with gates open at 11am.

Tickets will go on sale from Friday 11 th April 2008 for $50 pre-sale - tickets are in the form of a souvenir hat and free water is available throughout the day.

Alcohol will be available after 5pm. Clearly defined “wet” and “dry” areas will be established with ID check access only to areas where alcohol is sold.

Contact: Richard O’Leary 0401 119 586