Southern 80 organisers have quickly put the disappointment of last week’s postponement announcement behind them, by announcing new dates for the Moama Water Sports Club event.
After negotiations with the sport’s governing body, the club has successfully secured new dates for the event — May 13 to 15.
President Steve Shipp thanked Ski Racing Australia and the other ski racing events for working with the Moama Water Sports Club to achieve the result.
The committee will now continue with planning, reopening entries and making contact with sponsors, suppliers and community groups to confirm their support for the new dates.
The team will also be meeting with emergency services to plan for the weekend.
The club will be in contact with the competitors this week to confirm their entries and participation.
Those spectators who have pre-purchased tickets for the event will have their tickets transferred to the new dates, or they can request a refund.
“The Southern 80 is an internationally recognised water skiing event that provides a great boost to the visitor economy of the Echuca-Moama region,” NSW Tourism and Sport Minister Stuart Ayres said.
“I commend the determination of the organisers and thank all stakeholders for their co-operation to ensure this signature regional NSW event gets back on the water in 2022.”
For more information, phone the Moama Water Sports Club office on (03) 5480 6754.