Aucklanders go Crazy Grabbing a Deal

Media Release
Thursday 8th July 2010

Aucklanders go Crazy Grabbing a Deal

The power of collective purchasing brings huge rewards to movie goers

The launch of www.GrabOne.co.nz today saw over 10,000 Aucklanders purchase movie tickets at prices not seen since the early 80’s and saving $115,000 in the process.

GrabOne HQ went into frenzy only a few hours after launch and once the deal activated at 8.42am sold out before midday with the initial offer of a $4 ticket to any Auckland EVENT Cinemas movie with no conditions attached.

Shane Bradley founder of GrabOne says not only are the “punters wrapped” - as emails of praise are flooding in but they have taken calls from over 80 businesses wanting to offer a deal on the site.

“We are thrilled with the first day and committed to continuing to offer great deals. The overwhelming response is a sure sign that Kiwis love huge genuine savings. Our original target of 1001 tickets certainly went well beyond our expectations,”

At the peak of today’s deal the site was selling two tickets per second. Yesterday a trial run of the site which was intended for staff and close friends very quickly developed into 2996 sales.

“This highlights the power of social media and the internet.” says Bradley “In 24 hours we have sold over $200,000 retail value in deals and delivered saving of close to $150,000 to everyone.”

GrabOne is a deal-a-day website offering services such as entertainment, beauty therapy, restaurants, bars, and experiences at hugely reduced discounts of up to 90%, through the power of collective purchasing.

Each deal will be made available to the public for 24 hours and in order for the deal to activate at the discounted price a minimum number of people must confirm their willingness to buy. Once the deal has activated the transaction is processed and a downloadable coupon is emailed to the member.

To experience GrabOne, watch the video and the trading unfold visit www.grabone.co.nz

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