Thousands of orders were placed during the two days the offer was available, but customers will not receive their purchase, nor will they get an automatic refund.[11] 7 March – Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources Pat Rabbitte officially opens TV3's new €5m Sony HD production centre at Ballymount.[12] 14 March – The Lowry Tapes, containing a telephone conversation between corrupt politician Michael Lowry and land agent Kevin Phelan, are broadcast in full on Tonight with Vincent Browne.[13][14]