** The Geelong Drive-In Needs Your Help **

So people have a better understanding of what they will be investing in, here are some general information to keep in mind, also visit The Project page.

Net profits will also be distributed in the following manner –

  • To Staff, in the form of bonuses,
  • Investor returns.
  • Debt reduction
  • Reinvesting in business operations, growth and maintenance.
  • Investing in other revenue stream outside the driving
  • The Geelong Drive-In Foundation, The foundation will then distribute funds in to the community in the form of grants, scholarships, small business loans and funding for community projects.

In order for the desired outcomes to be achieved, the Geelong Drive-In first needs your financial assistance to move in to the next phase.  A project of this magnitude requires substantial investment from various sources.  This will enable it to be granted all the necessary council approvals and construction.  Accordingly, the Project Co-ordinator, local Geelong businessman, Ron Rapetti, has broken down the funding model to reflect the investment strategy.

  1. The Permit Phase

Prior to the required permits being approved, a variety of plans, reports and ancillary documentation must be drawn up and supplied to council.  This process involves the expertise of many professionals from a diverse range of specialties.  Their input is critical to the overall success of the project and, of course, funding is needed to secure their services.  Mr Rapetti believes the Permit Phase will take 6-8 months.

  1. The Construction Phase

The level of construction will depend on various factors, land, and road way access. Engineering. As we are starting small first. The investment will depend on the land, what the payment terms will be, will it be grass or gravel laid in the fields, do we buy or lease equipment.

Local contractors will be engaged to perform the tasks necessary to complete the construction phase.  Given the scale of the project, this will be a significant undertaking requiring a substantial community investment.  Mr Rapetti believes the Construction Phase will take 2-8 months depending on what stage we start on.

The jobs created by both phases will make an important initial contribution to the local economy.  Additionally, these two phases will begin to contribute to the community’s sense of ownership of the final facility.  This involvement is critical for the Geelong drive-in’s long term prosperity.

In order to provide potential investors with an idea of the funding required, the following estimates are provided.   The price are an indicator only and are not final or absolute, they are based on research conducted by Mr Rapetti.  While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information at the time of publication, the costs are subject to change.

Current estimates (2024)

  • Stage 1 Drive-in $3.6 million (inc land value of $3.2mil)
  • Stage 2 Drive-in $7 million (inc land value of $3.2mil)
  • Final stage Drive-in and Cinema Complex $14 million (inc land value of $3.2mil)

Public Fundraising Channels

There are many ways for interested members of the general public to contribute to the Geelong Drive-In Project.  These contributions*, however large or small, will greatly assist in helping to take the project from the drawing board to its completed form. Community entertainment space where local traders of all descriptions can share the space to create their own prosperity.

The fundraising model chosen enables Greater Geelong’s population to contribute in a variety of ways.  These include –

Merchandise

At the applicable stages, various merchandise and rewards may be purchased or redeemed.

Merchandise includes –

    • Bumper Stickers
    • Caps
    • T-shirt
    • Vouchers from other business

 

Investments

A formal investor proposal is still in the planning stages.  This is a proposed plan for those wanting to invest, a tiers strategy that can appeal to the various levels of investor interest.

  • First round
    • Those wishing to invest in the deposit of the land and the works associated with the permit.
  • Second round:
    • Construction
  • Third Round:
    • Equipment

Investment levels

    • Level 1: $5000 – $20,000. investment 1-2 year
    • Level 2: $20,001 – $50,000. investment 2-3 years
    • Level 3: $50,001 – $100,000. investment 3-4 years
    • Level 4: $100,001 – $250,000. investment 4-5 years
    • Level 5: $250,001 – $1,000,000. investment 5-6 years
    • Level 6: $1,000,001+ investment 6-7 years
  • Return for investor
    •  ROI 3% – 5% (profit dependent)
    • Investors privilege card.
      • Level 1-3 Last 5 years
      • Level 4-6 Last 10 years
      • 10% off movie
      • 20% off Diner
    • Exit bonus 1% – 2% (depending on level )

Investors seeking more information or to express interest in investing should email Mr Rapetti (contact details below).

All information is for the purpose of guidance and in no way should be considered final and absolute.

I know due to fraud and scam people will be cautious of handing over money. This is why I am happy for people to pay for goods and services directly on my behalf. To help with peace of mind. Eg buy a shipping container, some fence pickets, Rope.

Ponder, prey, talk to partner/spouse and your financial professionals before making the decision to invest your money.

Sweat Equity

There are many people over the years that have asked how I can help. These people are happy to put in their time and talents. I have has I.T, copywriters, programmers, and admin people

This can also apply to trades people, excavation, someone wanting to paint a fence, or even grab a shovel.  

We pay for the part and you invent your time in this incredible life change project.

 

Sponsorship Arrangements

Sponsors will come from a variety of business sectors.  Each will be able to take advantage of the benefits provided by the following advertising methods.  These will build the association of the businesses to the Geelong Drive-In and help to cement your public images as being community focussed and supportive of local initiatives.

The sponsorship opportunities include –

  • Pre-Movie Advertising
  • In Diner Advertising (Stage 2)
  • Fence adverting(STCA)
  • Posters and fliers
  • Website
  • Mobile Signage (signed vehicles on display)

Web Store Voucher System

 

Businesses wishing to benefit from the Geelong Drive-In’s, is via a simple voucher system.  Businesses are invited to select the amount they wish to donate to the Drive-In’s and offer goods or services to that value.

These vouchers are then advertised for sale on the Drive-In’s Web Store.  Consumers then buy those vouchers.

*** Win/Win/Win ***

The donating business benefits by attracting new customers who may change their future spending habits as a result of the goods or service they receive.  The Geelong Drive-In benefits by receiving the sale value of the voucher.  The consumers benefit by receiving goods and services at the price they buy it for.

 Voucher Examples

Local copywriter, Steve, has offered a Blog Package worth $500 to the Geelong  Drive-In.  The voucher is advertised on the Web Store and is sold for $400.  The Drive-In gets $400 from the purchaser.  The purchaser gets the Blog Package at the bargain price of $400.  Steve gets a new customer he can provide excellent service to, whom may then become an on-going customer in future.

Local I.T. business, Nerdman, offers a $50 voucher towards a computer service. If this sells for $40, the holder of the voucher saves $10 on the service call.  Nerdman then has the potential to pick up a new client.

If the voucher is not redeemed, neither Steve nor Nerdman has lost anything and the Geelong Drive-In still receives the purchase value of the voucher.

*** *** Get Involved *** ***

The Geelong Drive-In is set to be one of the region’s premier attractions.  Get involved early by clicking below and secure your place in the hearts and minds of Geelong’s consumers.

Other Advantages

Free Advertising

All businesses contributing to the voucher system will receive free advertising on –

 

Goodwill

They attract consumers and traders and create zones of economic growth.  The positive spin-off benefits to these and other surrounding businesses can be maximised if they are known to be contributing to the Drive-In.  The build-up of consumer goodwill resulting from those contributions can then be made to favourably influence future spending patterns.

Local Economy

The local economy will benefit from the establishment of a new active network of community traders all competing to attract and serve new customers.

??? Questions or Comments ???

If you have any questions or comments please contact –

The Geelong Drive-In on 041 331 5960

E: info@geelongdrivein.com.au

Visit us on Facebook www.facebook.com/geelongdrivein

Or at our website www.geelongdrivein.com.au

Visit our web store www.geelongdrivein.com.au/store/

* Please let it be known that any and all small financial contributions or gifts are non-refundable and not to be considered as part of any investment plan in the Geelong Drive-In Project.

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