After many shows and events were cancelled as a result of the pandemic, the trucking calendar is once again filling up. Here’s a look at what’s coming up.
MAY
May 2
Geelong, Victoria
Trucks and motorbikes will come to together at Avalon Raceway, before travelling around the Geelong area and back again, where the fun will continue with a Show and Shine. All funds raised will go to children’s cancer charity Camp Quality.
May 11-12
Brisbane Showgrounds
This National Bulk Tanker Association event will discuss the latest in operations, safety, people, regulations and technology for the bulk tanker industry. There will also be a site tour of the QFES facility.
May 13-16
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
It’s full steam ahead for the Brisbane Truck Show, which will feature some of the latest trucks, trailers, components and equipment, showcasing an array of ground-breaking technology solutions.
May 28-30
Epping, Victoria
The eighth Transport Women Australia Limited Conference will be emceed by Melissa Strong of Lindsay Australia. She will be joined by various speakers including Kerrie Challenor of NTI and Jodie Palmer of Volvo Group Australia.
May 30
Townsville, QLD
One of Australia’s largest truck and motorcycle convoys, this event raises money for children’s cancer charity The Cure Starts Now Inc. Last year, $62,000 was raised, and this year organisers are hoping to raise even more.
JUNE
Alexandra Truck, Ute and Rod Show
June 13
Alexandra, Victoria
This will be a jam-packed day with over 100 trucks expected to be on display, along with utes and hot rods. There will also be the Victorian Woodchop Tournament, live music, exhibitions, trade displays, a major auction and more.
JULY
July 8-10
Illfracombe, Queensland
After having to postpone the annual Australia Day hay run, the Burrumbuttock Hay Run will return, with around 300 prime movers and 500 trailers expected to take part.
AUGUST
August 7
Casino, NSW
From 10am the truck parade will roll through Johnston and Centre Streets. Registrations are open from 6am and take place at the Casino Industrial Area on the town’s east side. Other highlights include live music, amusements and markets, and over $12,000 in cash and prizes. For further information, email info@casinotruckshow.com.au.
August 19-21
Gold Coast, Queensland
The NatRoad National Conference aims to provide an opportunity for freight operators to get together and reconnect after a difficult year. Event highlights will include the ‘NatRoad Parliament’ where attendees can debate pressing issues; and the NatRoad Awards which will be presented at the Gala Dinner.
National Road Transport Hall of Fame Reunion
August 23-29
Alice Springs, NT
The National Transport Historical Society and The Old Ghan Historical Society has announced the inaugural Festival of Transport, with new events to be held alongside the usual reunion activities, including introducing the newest members to the Rimula Wall of Fame.
SEPTEMBER
September 8-10
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
MEGATRANS is Australia’s leading industry freight and logistics trade exhibition and conference, showcasing multimodal transport solutions. And for the very first time, MEGATRANS will be held in conjunction with the specialised bulk handling expo, Australian Bulk Handling Expo 2021, with both events taking place side by side.
Australasian Road Safety Conference
September 28-30
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
The 2021 Australasian Road Safety Conference will combine a mixture of in-person and online delivery to ensure people can be involved regardless of any travel restrictions that may be in place. The event aims to align with road safety efforts across Australia, New Zealand and globally, and assist in building road safety capacity.
September 29 – October 1
Gold Coast, Queensland
The date is set for the Trucking Australia conference, presented by the Australian Trucking Association, with further details and VIP conference packages to be released soon.
OCTOBER
Lights on the Hill Memorial Convoy
October 2-3
Gatton, Qld
The memorial convoy gives drivers and their families an opportunity to get together with other truckies in a social environment whilst making the public aware that truckies are the backbone of the country.
NOVEMBER
Boyup Brook Ute and Truck Muster
November 20
Boyup Brook, WA
Held together with the Boyup Brook Country Music Festival, this muster aims to celebrate Aussie vehicles by showcasing an impressive display.
November 21
Illawarra, NSW
The Illawarra Convoy and Family Fun Day is the largest truck and motorbike convoy in the Southern Hemisphere, raising much needed funds for various charities.
Brisbane Convoy for Kids and Truck Show
November 6
Redcliffe Showgrounds, Queensland
Raising money for Hummingbird House, the truck and bike convoy will run from Forest Lake to Redcliffe Showgrounds, where there will be a truck show with awards that include everything from Best Decorated Truck to Best Dressed Driver. The evening will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display.
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