This year’s Geelong Classic Truck and Machinery Show was a big success, with over 100 trucks and 2000 people turning out to join in the fun over the weekend.
Young and old alike enjoyed the variety of displays and entertainment on offer at the Geelong Showgrounds, from vintage trucks, tractors, cars and machinery to cannon firings, military re-enactments and much more.
Event organiser Angela Reynolds told Big Rigs that despite some “interesting” weather, the team were happy with how the show went.
“We were blown away by the number of trucks that came through and everyone had a great time,” she said.
“We had a sweltering day on Saturday and rain on Sunday, but it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of our exhibitors and visitors still making the most of the weekend.
“The Historical Commercial Vehicle Club and the American Truck Historical Society were there, and ATHS held their meeting during the event, which is the first time they’ve done that.
Reynolds said the show is “not about competition”, so there were no awards handed out.
However, there were a few special trucks that stood out from the crowd – like Peter Wiffen’s “immaculate” nut and bolt resto of a Ford 9000 and Robbie Rose’s stunning LTL 9000.
The popular Skidmore family also brought along two road trains with smaller trucks and tractors.
“That was an impressive display, not just at the show but even to see on the road on the way to the showgrounds,” said Reynolds.
Reynolds is looking forward to coming back next year for another ripper event.
“We’ve been running every year since 2014, apart from during Covid, and it’s great to see that after 11 years we’re still getting a really strong turnout and support from the trucking community,” she said.
“These events are an important opportunity for people to come and catch up with their friends and other exhibitors, whether it’s trucks or tractors or machinery.
“We can’t wait to come back in 2026!”