With less than four months left of 2025, there’s still plenty of trucking events to round out the year. Here’s a list of what’s coming up.
If you have an event you’d like listed, scroll to the bottom of the listings for the contact details.
SEPTEMBER
NatRoad Connect 25
September 11-12
Shepparton, VIC
NatRoad’s annual conference gives you the opportunity to connect with industry representatives, operators, NatRoad members and partners to receive practical operational information and advice. Save the date to your calendar and keep an eye on their website for updates closer to the time.
QTA Industry Awards and Gala Dinner
September 13
Royal International Convention Centre
Brisbane, QLD
Heralded as the ultimate night of celebration for Queensland’s road freight industry, the gala promises to bring together leaders from government and industry, fleet owners, suppliers, and professionals from across the sector to recognise and reward the outstanding contributions shaping the future of freight.Hosted by QTA President Michael Mahon and the QTA Board of Directors, the event will feature a dynamic evening of networking, gourmet dining, live entertainment, and the prestigious industry awards ceremony.
Road Freight NSW Conference and Awards
September 19
Dockside
Sydney, NSW
roadfreightnsw.com.au
Road Freight NSW is returning to the Dockside venue at Cockle Bay Wharf, right in the heart of Sydney. Key topics will include economic forecasts, regulatory reforms, and workforce trends with a spotlight on how businesses can prepare for growth.
Young Show Horsepower Show
September 21
Young, NSW
The 2025 Young Show Horsepower Show will be held at the Young Showground. The Horsepower Show includes trucks, cars and motorbikes. Everyone is welcome and there’s plenty to see. For more information visit the Facebook page @youngshowsociety or call 0417 200 353.
OCTOBER
Yesteryear Truck and Machinery Show
October 4-5
Wauchope Showground
Wauchope, NSW
The popular show features historic and late model working trucks. Camping is available for exhibitors at $10 per night per site. For further information about the truck show, call Kirby Maxwell, Ph 040 759 4149.
Mental health fundraiser
October 11
Nobby, Queensland
Following a successful event in 2024, another fundraising event will be held at Rudd’s Pub in Nobby, to raise mental health awareness in the transport, rural and civil industries. This time, all net proceeds will be donated to the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Camp Quality Convoy Perth
October 12
Perth Hockey Stadium, Bentley
Camp Quality’s Convoy Perth is a fun way for anyone who drives a truck to show their support for kids facing cancer and their families. Supporters will cheer on our Convoy, as we travel a 53km route around Perth City and Osborne Park, starting and finishing at Perth Hockey Stadium. The event venue will host a free Family Festival packed with entertainment and experiences catering for kids and adults alike.
There will be food vans, kids’ rides, face painting, roving entertainment, live music, fundraising awards ceremonies, and the chance to cheer on the returning Convoy.
Plus, you can check out all the trucks and vehicles at the Show ’n’ Shine after the Convoy returns.
Technology and Maintenance Conference
October 14-15
Victoria Pavilion, Melbourne Showgrounds, VIC
The TMC Conference brings together technical professionals, fleet and workshop managers, technical regulators, mechanics and service technicians. For 2025, the event moves to a new venue – delivering bigger exhibition spaces and a larger workshop area.
The venue will also provide greater space for workshops on trucks and trailers, and expanded networking areas.
The 2025 program will focus on key industry priorities, including safety, productivity, environmental sustainability, cost efficiency, and workforce career development.
Sydney Convoy for Kids
October 26
Sydney Dragway to Hawkesbury Showground, NSW
Convoy For Kids Sydney Inc. was started in 1992 by a small group of dedicated people from the transport and associated industries who had a desire to help sick children.
Today, 31 years later, we are still a volunteer committee who spend time to put together one special day, not only as a fundraiser but a family day for all.
Drivers and owner drivers travel from all parts of NSW with their families to participate in this great event each year. It is a spectacular sight to see 500 or more trucks, in a convoy supporting the event.
Funds are raised on the day by truck entries, sales of food and merchandise, major raffle, donations and a giant auction. Taking part means you are helping raise funds for the NETS Ambulance Service and Kidzfix
NOVEMBER
Brisbane Convoy for Kids
November 1
Brisbane, QLD
The Brisbane Convoy for Kids is back on November 1, travelling from Larapinta to the Redcliffe Showgrounds. Once it arrives, a family fun day will take place, with a wide range of activities on offer including live entertainment, auctions, food stalls, free kids’ rides, face painting, animal petting, magic shows, and a night lights display. Convoy participants also compete in a range of categories, with awards handed out on the day.
Ulverstone Truck Show
November 1
Ulverstone Showgrounds, Tasmania
Held as part of the Thank You Day Show, a fundraising event to raise money for Beyond Blue and New Mornings, this year’s truck show component will feature a Kenworth focused show alongside the usual truck show. There will be prizes for both shows and lots of giveaways. The event starts at 9am.
Mullumbimby Truck Show
November 8
Mullumbimby, NSW
Held in conjunction with the annual Mullumbimby Agricultural Show on the second Saturday of November each year, you won’t want to miss the Mullumbimby Truck Show! This event will feature a truck parade through the town, sideshow alley, kids’ rides, food vans, full bar facilities and live music. Other features include horse and cattle events including trotting. For further truck show info see the registration form at www.mullumbimbyshow.org.au.
Dane Ballinger Memorial Truck Show
November 15
Bathurst Showgrounds NSW
The Dane Ballinger Memorial Truck Show is back, with plenty to see and do for the whole family. More info to come.
Illawarra Convoy
November 16
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.
Castlemaine Rotary Truck Show
November 29-30
Castlemaine, VIC
Held at Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve and organised by the Castlemaine Rotary Club, this year’s truck show is gearing up to be bigger and better than ever. Attendees can expect plenty of well-presented trucks on display, as well as food, a licenced bar, kids’ rides, free health checks and live music.For more information, visit rotarycastlemaine.org.au/page/truck-show.
Have you got an event you’d like included in the next Save the Date? Email all the details to danielle.gullaci@primecreative.com.au.
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