The Vodafone Wallabies are never far from home whilst on their European tour, thanks to the latest technology from team sponsor Vodafone.

Every member of the Wallabies squad has been issued with the new Vodafone live! Handsets for the duration of their European Tour. For the first time, the team has access to a combination of picture messaging, games, internet access, email service, colour, sound and not to forget a telephone which helps them keep in touch with family and friends down under, as well as keeping up to date with the latest news and information on their forthcoming opponents!

Wallabies Team Coach Eddie Jones commented: "Vodafone live! Is really quite remarkable. It brings together so much information and technology - the team have everything from a telephone to a camera at their fingertips! They can take pictures and send them home at the touch of a button which allows their families to feel closer to the tour. This is the first time that we've had this kind of technology available to us and it's been a real hit with the squad."

Vodafone Head of Group Sports Sponsorship PR, Maria Bellanca said: "We're delighted that the phones are so popular with the team. Vodafone live! represents a significant step in the development of mobile communications and we are immensely proud to be able to supply the team with the best services and information on offer today."

For further information please contact:
Rachel Truett on 07831 236655, e-mail: rachel.truett@vodafone.com or
Helen Brawn on 07881 916330, e-mail: helen.brawn@vodafone.com

NOTES TO EDITORS:

Vodafone live! Handsets are now available from Vodafone stores, Argos, Carphone Warehouse, Comet, The Link, Phones4U and other selected Vodafone stockists. For further information, please log onto www.vodafone.co.uk/live

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