Full Circle Campaign is a Solo Un assisted circumnavigation of the globe to raise awareness for Motor Neurone Disease (MND)...if you would like to be involved we would love to hear from you.

1. Full Circle
Raising awareness for Motor Neurone Disease

2. Setting out to become the oldest Australian to sail
solo non-stop unassisted around the world to raise
awareness for Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
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3. The Opportunity
Sailors of all nationalities have for hundreds of years been lured to this ultimate
challenge...The Mount Everest of sailing...to sail around the world alone.
Many Australians have gone before to inspire, to challenge and realise their
dreams, however only two, Jesse Martin and Vinny Lauwers have completed an
approved or ratified solo global circumnavigation.
Maurice Contessi invites you to participate in his attempt to become the oldest
Australian and only the third ratified solo unassisted Australian sailor to ever
complete this journey. At the same time your involvement and support will help
raise awareness for Motor Neurone Disease.
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4. Maurice Contessi
Maurice is a yachtsman, builder, husband and father.
He has campaigned three keelboats in offshore races
both in Tasmania and Victoria to win ocean races in all
three. Some of his notable performances include
winning the 2000 Melbourne to Hobart and surviving
the storm ravaged 1998 Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
For Maurice achieving a solo circumnavigation in his
Cole 43 yacht aptly named “Full Circle” will see him fulfill
a long standing dream to beat his own demons and to
raise awareness for Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
The experience, physical and mental preparation that
Maurice has already undertaken will place him in a
great position to complete this challenge.
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5. Maurice made a decision in recent times to campaign
for MND Australia (Motor Neurone Disease) when his
dear friend and fellow sailor Doris Little was diagnosed
with this terrible disease. Affecting over 1400
Australians at any one time, Maurice feels that it is his
duty to bring this disease into the light through a sport
he loves. At the helm of Full Circle
Wi t h a n a ve rage of 10 Austr al i a ns
d ia g n o s ed wi th MND ever y week and
ap p r o xi m a te l y 1 0 dying each we ek from this
d is e a s e , i t i s Mauri c e’ s hop e (wi th support
o f M N D Au s tr al i a) to raise awar eness and
fun d s t o c o nt i nue r esearch to fin d a cure.
Maurice and daughter Grace
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6. The Challenge
This attempt will be conducted under the auspices of the UK based World Speed Sailing Records
Council (WSSRC), the acknowledged international body for monitoring offshore sailing records.
To achieve this Maurice must complete the “ratified” distance of 21,600 nautical miles as set by
the World Sailing Speed Racing Council.
Maurice will face all that mother nature will throw at him as he sets off in October/November of
2011 from Port Phillip Heads at age 53. Returning some 200 days later in an attempt to set two
records;
1. Become the oldest Australian, at age 54, to sail non stop solo unassisted around the world.
2. Become the fastest Australian to sail a ratified non stop solo unassisted circumnavigation
around the world.
In so doing, Maurice will become only the third Australian to complete the course to the official
guidelines set be the WSSRC.
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7. The route is:
Depart Melbourne heading south east
Pass south of New Zealand
Pass south of Cape Horn
Head north east to the Canary Islands
Round Hierro Island (turning mark)
Head south to round South Africa
Head east through the Southern Ocean
Pass through Port Phillip Heads completing circumnavigation
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8. Full Circle

9. The Partnership
Maurice is seeking support and sponsorship to cover all areas of his preparation
and journey. With your support, this inspirational challenge and aim to raise
awareness for MND will be met.
This attempt and record offers an outstanding and unique opportunity to
showcase your brand on the world stage.
Media opportunities will be managed to ensure maximum exposure for your
brand: logos on the yacht sails and hull, support team clothing, printed publicity
material and website.
In addition to the above the Full Circle team will ensure you are part of the action
keeping you updated with progress reports and visits prior to journey
commencement, news and blog updates whilst at sea and presentations after
Maurice’s return.
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10. Major naming partner
1x
Naming Rights to project
Branding on prime position on hull
Branding on main sail and spinnaker
Branding on boom cover
Advertising, Logo and links will be displayed on
home page of project website
Image rights for promotional use
Involvement in the preparation and during
voyage, receive fortnightly newsletter and
progress report
Corporate events before and after voyage
$100,000
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11. Principal Partners
5x
Shared branding on hull (middle and stern)
Shared branding on headsail
Advertising, logo and links on project website
Image rights for promotional use
Involvement in the preparation and during
voyage, receive fortnightly newsletter and
progress report
$20,000
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12. Supporting Partners
Shared branding on cabin house
Shared branding on boom and mast
Advertising, logo and links on project website
Image rights for promotional use
Involvement in the preparation and during voyage, receive
fortnightly newsletter and progress report
$5,000
Partners required include:
Electronics Marine Rigger
Shipwright Communications
Sail Maker Food Supplier
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13. Contact
Maurice Contessi - Skipper
0421 001 020
Nick Callander - Campaign and Land Manager
0418 104 095
nick@ignitionem.com.au
www.onefullcircle.com
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14. Appendix
Timeline
WSSRC Rules
Risk Analysis
Maurice Contessi Sailing
History
About MND Australia
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15. Timeline
Summer Autumn Winter Spring
NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
2012 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Boat Preparation and Refit
Website design and Launch
Notice of Intention and ratification
of route by the WSSRC
Sponsorship Acquisition, Media
agreement and support partner
agreements
Sea Trials
Depart from Port Phillip Heads
and commence Journey
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Return Through Port Phillip Heads
Media / Corporate commitments
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16. WSSRC Rules
RTW - Round the World, eastbound and westbound 21600NM. 2 separate records.
To sail around the World, a vessel must start from and return to the same point, must cross all meridians of longitude and must cross the
Equator. It may cross some but not all meridians more than once (i.e. two roundings of Antarctica do not count). The shortest orthodromic
track of the vessel must be at least 21,600 nautical miles in length calculated based on a 'perfect sphere'. In calculating this distance, it is to
be assumed that the vessel will sail around Antarctica in latitude 63 degrees south.
A vessel starting from any point where the direct orthodromic distance is too short shall pass one single island or other fixed point on a
required side so as to lengthen his orthodromic track to the minimum distance.
No starting point will be permitted more south than 45 ° south.
1 degree of longitude at 63 degrees south will be taken as 27.24NM
With or without assistance
'Without assistance' means that a vessel may not receive any kind of outside assistance whatever except for 21.h. and 21. i. nor take on
board any supplies (beyond the harvest of the sea), materials or equipment during an attempt. A vessel may be anchored or beached during
the attempt, but any repairs must be made entirely by the crew without outside resources or materials. It is never permitted to take on
board stores or equipment or get any other kind of help from another vessel whilst under way (except as 'i' Emergencies below).
Singlehanded
'Singlehanded' means there is only one person aboard. If a singlehanded skipper accepts any kind of outside assistance (see 21e) then the
voyage falls into the "singlehanded with assistance" category.
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17. Risk Analysis
Risk Consequences Prevention
Default of key sponsors Having insufficient funds to safely set up the boat Ensure clear written sponsorship agreements
and begin voyage. Establish sponsorship agreements well before
Compromising and not getting the best/ safest departure.
equipment. Payments/ products from sponsors committed by
Letting down other sponsors. agreed dates.
Delayed departure
Departure delayed Not breaking the intended record. Multiple deadlines
Missing arranged events. Breaking other records such as oldest and fastest
ratified Australian to sail around the world.
Allowing extra time when arranging events.
Over commitment before voyage Departure delayed Established negotiated timelines and schedules
Boat not properly/ safely prepared. Delegating tasks
Gear breakage or damage to the boat during sea Departure delayed Allowing extra time
trials and preparation. More funds needed The boat being insured during sea trials and
preparation.
Allowing extra funds from the sponsor for
unexpected expenses.
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18. Risk Consequences Prevention
Gear breakage or damage to the boat during the Discomfort/ extra work. Use of best / most reliable gear.
voyage Increased risk. Use of reliable/ proven boat
Speed loss and return delayed. Boat strengthened in every possible way.
Assistance required Spares and replacements to fix any possible
Stop necessary breakages/ failures taken.
Loss of boat Have necessary skills to fix any common problems
Voyage abandoned Allowing extra funds from the sponsor for
Extra funds needed. unexpected expenses.
Failure of communications during voyage. Discomfort/ extra work. Use of best / most reliable gear.
Increased risk. Use of reliable/ proven boat
Speed loss and return delayed. Boat strengthened in every possible way.
Assistance required Spares and replacements to fix any possible
Stop necessary breakages/ failures taken.
Loss of boat Have necessary skills to fix any common problems
Voyage abandoned Allowing extra funds from the sponsor for
Extra funds needed. unexpected expenses.
Allowing extra funds from the sponsor for Not able to call for assistance, rescue or advise Best possible communication equipment and
unexpected Media, sponsors and supporters will not be able to backups
follow my progress. Multiple power options
No outside contact, loneliness Multiple communication options sat Internet
connection, sat phone, HF radio, VHF radio and
tracking system.
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19. Sailing history/
qualifications
Extensive Ocean racing background in both Tasmania and
Victoria extending back 15 years.
Cruised the east coast of Australia, Whitsunday’s, Tasmania
and Adelaide.
Over Fourty Bass Straight crossings to date.
Certificate of Competence Safety and Sea Survival
Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency
Boat Operators Licence
AYF Yachtmaster Ocean Certificate Subjects 1-12
Two day Meteorology Seminar
First Aid Certificate Level 2
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20. About MND Australia
Motor neurone disease (MND) which is known as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in many other parts of the world, and as Lou Gehrig's
disease in the USA, is a progressive neurological disease.
MND affects approximately 1400 people in Australia and thousands more - their carers, families and friends - live daily with its impact. On
average every day in Australia at least one person dies from MND and another is diagnosed.
MND Australia is the national peak body for MND care and research in Australia. The MND Australia network comprises of six state
Associations, representing all states and territories, and the research arm of MND Australia - the MND Research Institute of Australia
(MNDRIA).
By providing a national peak body for MND in Australia, MND Australia is committed to:
• Lobby for excellence in all services provided to all people affected by MND
• Facilitate and coordinate dissemination of information
• Create reciprocal supportive and informative links with research organisations
• Ensure increased awareness of the issues facing people living with MND
• Enhance the quality of life for people living with MND
MND Australia is a member of the International Alliance of ALS/MND Associations, the peak body for national organisations who support
people living with ALS/MND.
MND Australia members work together to advance, promote and influence local and national efforts to achieve the vision of a World Free
From MND.
Visit www.mndaust.asn.au for further information and how you can help
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