Breath of Life music festival, Launceston Tasmania, Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th March 2012, Supporting the Australian Lung Foundation

Festival survival guide

Click here to download the Official Festival Survival Guide (pdf 3MB)

Planning for the show

1. Remember to bring ID, your ticket, important phone numbers, a watch, any medication you may need, a hat, charged mobile phone & still camera if you want plus enough cash for the day. If you have any chronic conditions or illness (i.e. epilepsy, diabetes, asthma) be sure to carry information regarding your condition & emergency contact number on your person at all times. Making a list isn't a bad idea.
2. Allow enough time to get to & into the show. Presume around 20minutes to get through the gates & security checks depending on the time of day.
3. Dress for the day & weather. Wear sensible shoes & clothes. Avoid wearing jewellery that could potentially harm yourself or others.
4. You should bring plenty of sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses, or a raincoat if weather indicates.
5. Bringing a bag or pack is handy but remember it will take longer to get into the show & if you want to check it in it will add two more cues to your day. You can bring food into the event but only in a clear plastic bag (One plastic bag per person).
6. The use of earplugs is recommended if long term hearing loss is of concern to you. The Promoters of the event will not be held liable for any hearing damage or loss.
7. DRUGS AND ALCOHOL- Breath of Life Festival has a Zero Tolerance Rule- Anyone caught holding or dealing ANY illegal substances will be treated the same way as anywhere else. It is highly likely that Police will be at the festival entrances with drug sniffer dogs.
8. As above- Don't turn up drunk or out of it as you WILL be refused entry or will probably pass out before you see any of the bands you paid to see.
9. If you intend to meet up with you friend outside the event beforehand it is wise to choose a specific spot & time especially if they have your ticket.
10. PASS OUTS- There will be NO pass outs at the event (including VIP area) so come with everything you need for the day. Only pre-arranged pass outs will be accepted. If you have a valid medical reason why you must leave the site, please contact organisers at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) prior to the festival day.
11. You should bring adequate cash for the whole day, as the mobile Eftpos terminals on site are not 100% reliable.
12. Check the back of your ticket for restricted items conditions such as Video cameras, alcohol & umbrellas as we have no provision to check them in so you will need to get rid of it or take it back home or to your car.
13. Avoid dehydration - don't forget to drink water. See site map for 'Free Water' locations.
14. Try to have a good breakfast & keep patient & calm. It will be a long and hopefully fantastic day.
15. In order to maintain the Breath of Life Festival as a clean event, we encourage all festival-goers to utilise the refuse facilities provided throughout the site. It's your site: keep it clean!!

Making sure you have the best festival experience...

Once on site, it is important to plan your day. Obviously the priority is making sure you get to see the acts that mean the most to you but don't forget the basics.

1. If you are with friends & intend to travel home together arrange a place & time to meet up at the end of the night.
2. Large crowds, a long day & hot weather in combination will tire you out. Make sure you pace yourself, drink plenty of water, eat some food that will give you some energy & minimize sun exposure.
3. Excessive use of mind altering substances of any kind including alcohol can result in the day changing from fantastic to a nightmare in a very short amount of time.
4. Don't be afraid to tell us if something is going wrong. We have people on site who are specifically there to help. Depending on the problem, the following people are there to help:
   1. Red Cross save-a-mate (SAM) attend festivals and promote 'safe partying' to festival patrons. SAM staff are easy to spot can be found throughout the site and at designated sites at the MAIN ARENA and MAIN ENTRANCE to the site. SAM staff have a non judgemental attitude, are trained and can assist you if need first aid care or have any questions related to drinking, drug use or general health.
   2. If you have a serious health problem or see someone at risk, ST. JOHNS AMBULANCE are medically trained professionals that can assist. ST. JOHNS AMBULANCE staff can be found throughout the site and at designated FIRST AID areas at the front and back of the site. ST. JOHNS AMBULANCE are on site with:
      • Qualified first aiders;
      • Emergency ambulances and crew;
      • Emergency vehicles;
      • Registered nurses, paramedics and doctors;
      • Mobile command and control facilities;
   3. Whether it's entering, leaving or in the festival you will be required to abide by any reasonable request or command from the Breath of Life Festival SECURITY AND POLICE. Remember that they are primarily there to keep the entire festival safe. If you need help or see someone needing help please notify them straight away. In some cases we may need to clear a path or area and SECURITY AND POLICE may need to react quickly. Please follow there directions if required as someone’s safety may depend on it, maybe your own.

Tips to reduce excessive drinking

• Know your limits and to stick to them. This will stop you from drinking more than you can handle.
• Try to avoid drinking games where the idea is to get drunk quickly. This includes sculling drinks.
• For every alcoholic drink, plan to alternate with a non-alcoholic drink.
• EAT!! EAT!! EAT!! An empty stomach can increase the effects of alcohol. Before you leave for the event, make sure you have a big breakfast, and take time out between sets to have something to eat throughout the day.
• Avoid rounds or shouts. You are likely to drink more to keep up with your friends.
• With so many cool bands and things to do at the Breath of Life Festival, there is no excuse for staying in one spot drinking all day. Get up, move around and dance to avoid continuous drinking.

Plan ahead and stay safe

1. Arrange a designated driver or get a taxi or bus home with friends.
2. Ensure you can call a friend or family member if you need help.
3. To avoid drink spiking, watch your drink at all times, and never leave it unattended.
4. Keep an eye out for your friends. Keep a general watch over their drinks and actions and help them out if they need it.
5. Check out www.australia.gov.au/drinkingnightmare for more information on the Australian Government’s Don’t turn a night out into a nightmare campaign.

Stage crowd controls

Crowd surfing, moshing & circle dancing are dangerous activities & will not be tolerated. Offenders will either be banned from the area or removed from the site.

Water may also be sprayed on the audience in this area so mobile phones & cameras are at risk.

Please consider others as well as your own safety, especially in front of stages. If someone falls down or is in distress please help them if you can or let the SECURITY, POLICE, SAM TEAMS, OR ST.JOHNS AMBULANCE know so they can assist.

Emergency Evacuation

Under extreme & unlikely circumstances an area or the entire site may be required to be evacuated or cleared. It will be imperative for you to follow all instructions & directions from emergency services, police, fire brigade & / or our security that would be requested of you in such a situation.

First Aid

There will be a First Aid station on site to treat people (see Site Map) who are genuinely ill or have injured themselves on the day. Try to minimize your demands on them if it does not relate to real issues as they have a very long demanding day. These people are volunteers & we owe them a great deal of gratitude for all their skills & support.

Getting to and from the festival safely - do not drink and drive!!!!

Metro and Redline Buses

Extra METRO BUS SERVICES will be in transit to transport festival goers to and from Launceston and surrounds. Please check Metro Bus Map to find out what bus service is right for you. Please contact us at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or your local Metro Service at 13 22 01 if you can not locate a bus stop near you.

If you are travelling from the South or the NorthWest, Redline Buses will be available to take you to and from the Breath of Life festival site. Please contact 1300 360 000 or www.tasredline.com.au/ for additional information.

Please be patient and sensible and stay off the road and at designated waiting areas.

Lost property & uncollected coat check items

Lost property that is handed in on the day will be taken to the information office.

All lost property and uncollected coat check items will be handed into the police station 9am Sunday 11th March (after the Saturday event) and Monday the 12th March (after the Sunday event).

Launceston Police Station
Cimitiere Street
Launceston TAS 7250
1800765 827

Please follow the advice above to ensure everyone has a fun and safe day!

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