Here’s a look at some of the trucking events to add to your calendar in the coming months.
SEPTEMBER
September 17-18, 2022
Hawkesbury Showground, Clarendon, NSW
Held in conjunction with the Clarendon Classic Rally, this event will feature a display of Kenworths new and old, working and retired, restored or original. It’s touted as the largest gathering of Kenworths to be seen in Australia. There will be rides, tractor pulls, food and collector stalls, as well as historic trucks, cars, steam powered vehicles and trade stands. Join the Clarendon Kenworth Klassic Facebook group for updates.
OCTOBER
October 1-2, 2022
Gatton, Queensland
The annual memorial convoy offers drivers and their families an opportunity to get together with other truckies while celebrating the contribution that truckies make to the country. The convoy will take place on the Saturday of the event and the memorial service will be held on the Sunday at the Lake Apex Memorial wall.
Ivanhoe Dry Times Truck, Tractor, Car and Bike Show
October 1-2, 2022
Sahara Oval, Ivanhoe, NSW
Aside from the truck event, there will also be live music, a tractor, and plenty of food and drink. All proceeds go towards local community groups and projects. Gates open from 10am. For more information, contact Allan Carmichael on 0447 953 982, or Lonni Grimwood on lonnigrimwood@gmail.com.
Matty Hillcoat’s Truckies’ Day Out
October 8, 2022
Gympie Showgrounds
This fun day out for truckies and their families helps to raise money for River’s Gift and SIDS research.
QTA Road Freight Industry Awards
October 8, 2022
Royal International Convention Centre, Brisbane
The Queensland Trucking Association’s annual awards aim to celebrate those in the state’s road freight industry who have displayed excellence, dedication and commitment to their roles. This year’s event will feature guest speaker Dr Craig Challen OAM, the Australian cave diver who was instrumental in saving a soccer team of 12 boys and their coach in the 2018 Thai cave rescue.
October 15-16, 2022
Victoria Park, Urana NSW
After a two-year hiatus due to Covid, the Urana Vintage Rally will see vintage enthusiasts come together to celebrate the trucks, cars and machinery of times gone by. While White and International were the feature truck brands at the 2018 and 2019 events, this year the focus will be on Mercedes-Benz.
Heritage Truck Association Annual Show
October 15-16, 2022
Beaudesert Showgrounds, Queensland
Held over two days, the event will be a celebration of heritage trucks, tractors and cars. The weekend will feature trade stalls, and food and refreshment vans. Entry is only $5 and children under 14 are free.
October 23, 2022
Mudgeeraba Showgrounds, Queensland
The Gold Coast Truck Show will see trucks of all sorts rolling in for an impressive display. Entry is $25, which includes passengers, trophy nominations and judging for awards across various categories.
NOVEMBER
November 5, 2022
Brisbane, Queensland
This truck convoy runs Larapinta to Redcliffe, followed by a fun-filled family day, which will include truck awards, live entertainment and a spectacular fireworks display, all to raise money for a very worthy cause.
November 19, 2022
Goulburn, NSW
Convoy for Kids Goulburn provides support for local children with cancer, terminal illness and permanent disabilities, by providing financial assistance to their families. For the first time in two years, the Convoy Carnival Day will be run in its entirety, with a Guinness World Record attempt for the largest parade of trucks, entertainment and plenty of kids activities.
Dane Ballinger Memorial Truck Show
November 19, 2022
Bathurst Showground, NSW
This event promises plenty to do for the whole family, with over 200 market stalls, food stalls, entertainment and kids rides. The annual Bathurst Swap Meet Car and Bike Show will also be held as part of the same event.
November 20, 2022
Illawarra, NSW
Touted as the largest truck and motorbike convoy in the Southern Hemisphere, the Illawarra Convoy raises funds for individuals and families affected by potentially life threatening medical conditions, together with charities that work with these people, and local hospitals.
November 26-27, 2022
Castlemaine, Victoria
This is the 34th year for the annual Castlemaine Rotary Truck Show, which celebrates the important contribution of the trucking industry, with entertainment on offer for the whole family. Event proceeds will go towards local youth and community projects.
Have you got an event you’d like included? Email all the details to editor@bigrigs.com.au.