The town of Horsham is expecting to welcome around 3000 visitors this weekend as it hosts the first ever Horsham Truck Show.
It will take place this Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3, featuring an estimated 100-150 trucks from Australia – with rigs expected to be making their way over from as far as Queensland and Western Australia too.
Event organiser Stephen Carman says the truck show will have something for everyone.
“There will be trucks of all shapes and sizes, some dating back to the 1940s and some that will have been registered for less than a week. A 1947 Ford Jailbar is sure to attract plenty of interest,” Stephen said. “But you don’t have to be in the trucking industry to enjoy it.”
There will be food stalls and plenty of entertainment on offer, with live music from Allen Webster, Don Costa and The Austins.
“There will also be lots for the kids to do with a jumping castle, the Tiny Goats, and face painting,” Stephen added
Horsham Rural City Council is assisting with logistical support and a $5000 Community Event Grant.
Carman said many travelling showgoers are expected to stay overnight, providing a boost to the local economy.
In addition to the showgrounds activities, a convoy of trucks will roll into the city from Natimuk Road at 10am on Sunday.
“This will be great to see, and $10 from every truck will be donated to Wimmera Against Cancer in Kids,” Carman said.
“We are hoping this nice weather holds out until the weekend. It should be a great event.”
Truck entry is $50, general admission $10, students aged 16 and under $5.
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