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TAS
25 March
DEVONPORT MOTOR SHOW
Devonport, TAS
MAR
NSW
10-11 March
Bathurst Autofest
Bathurst Autofest’s venue is Mount Panorama, the Australian home of Motorsport, an ideal central location with its unique, ready-made paved areas suited to driving events and indoor/outdoor display areas.This is your chance to be part of an event that includes side-by-side action in events such as Go To Whoa, Autokana, Show N Shine, Dyno Challenge, Cruise Track and the fiercel competitive Burnout Title. Contact: autofest.com.au
SA
11 March
Campbelltown Swap Meet
Kilburn Oval & Sports Complex, Lionel Avenue Kilburn S.A. Main entrance for Sellers. Contact: 0412555723
23-25 March
Blue Lake Nationals
The 2018 Blue Lake Nationals is to be held in Mount Gambier between 23rd and 25th March 2018. The event is under the control of the ASRF South Australian Divisional Council.
Contact: bluelakenationals.com.au
WA
18 March
Classic Car Show
The Classic Car Show is probably the biggest collection of historic vehicles together on any given day in Western Australia. With close to 1000 vehicles on display you will find cars, trucks, buses and motorcycles from the early 1900s through to the latest offerings and just about every marque is represented. Contact: Facebook
24 March
Brookton Old Time Motor Show
Cars, trucks, tractors, machinery, military vehicles, motor bikes, up and running for you to see-and-smell. Theme for the show is Best of British, Pistons & Polish, but you don’t have to be a Pom to come along. It’s a great, family-friendly day for people of all ages and all persuasions, so save the date & don’t be late. With the Family Interest section filling fast, exhibitors need to book soon in order to secure a bay
Contact: otms.org.au
VIC
3-4 March
SHANNONS SURVIVOR CAR & BARN FIND SHOW SPECTACULAR
On the weekend of the 3rd-4th of March 2018, the first Shannons Survivor Car & Barn Find Show Spectacular is being held at the new Shannons showroom at 40 Corporate Drive, Heatherton. The show will feature more
LIST OR UPDATE YOUR EVENT DETAILS? EMAIL: UNIQUECARS@BAUERTRADER.COM.AU than 100 selected Survivor Cars and never before seen Barn-Finds, as well as other unique classic and muscle cars.
Contact: Shannons.com.au
4 March
8th Isabella & Marcus Foundation Classic Car Day
ALL proceeds go to research Brain Tumours in Children. Public entry - Gold coin donation.
Contact: IsabellaAndMarcusFund.org. au
9-11 March
Phillip Island Classic Festival of Motorsport
The largest historic race meeting in the Southern Hemisphere. This year celebrating 50 years of Formula 5000s.
Contact: vhrr.com
18 March
Swanpool Show & Shine – Swap Meet – Village Market
The Swanpool township is holding a Show & Shine event for cars, trucks, tractors, rods and bikes at the Albert Heaney
Contact: swanpooland district.com
25 March
Morwell swap meet
Toners Lane, Morwell. Hosted by the Latrobe Valley Branch of Gippsland Historical Automoblie Club. Cars, motorcycles, tools and much more. Fully catered..
Contact: Bill 0407 839 039
30 March
Kruze 4 Kids Car Show
The 7th annual Kruze 4 Kids Car Show is being held on Good Friday 30th March 2018 at Langama Park in Sunbury. All vehicles welcome.
Contact: kruze4kids.com
TAS
25 March
Devonport Motor Show
The Rotary Club of Devonport North is holding the Devonport Motor Show on the 25th March 2018. Established in 2007, this event has grown significantly in size each year since inception. The Show is held at Devonport’s Roundhouse Park, Victoria Parade, a wonderful location, on the foreshore of the Mersey River. Contact: devonportmotor show.com
QLD
20 March
Gold Coast Super Swap Meet
Formerly the Carrara Super Swap, now in its 4th BIG YEAR at the beautiful COUNTRY PARADISE PARKLANDS, Nerang Beaudesert Rd, Just 2km west of Nerang. Contact: aussieacer@hotmail.com
APR
WA
1 April
Outta The Shed Inc. Car and Bike Show
4th Biannual Car and Bike Show. Unique show with Peoples Choice Awards for car and bike, we encourage any vehicle of interest – not just the chrome and bling. Works in Progress are encouraged.Come and soak up the relaxed atmosphere and join us for a trip down memory lane. Or you may be inspired to take on another project. Esperance is a beautiful coastal town with much to see so come and make a weekend of it.
Contact: echucaswap@outlook.com
15 April
Kwinana Rotary Club Show and Shine
The Kwinana Rotary Club Show and Shine is being held on Sunday the 15th of April 2018 at the Perth Motorplex. Open to all motoring enthusiasts. Contact: kwinanasas.com.au
SA
7-8 April
Power of the Past
The Adelaide Hills Motor Restorers Club, on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th April, 2018 presents Power of the Past at Mt Barker Oval in Alexandrina Road. Event features all machinery, engines, tractors, cars and trucks that used to be made in Australia. Aviation museum – Merlin engine operating.
Children’s attractions. All exhibitors welcome. Swap meet Sunday morning. Camping available on site.
Contact: (08) 8398 0837
12-20 April
Jaguar National Rally
The 2018 Jaguar National Rally is being held in South Australia. It’s been 10 years since the last National Rally in SA and once again we will do it differently, but do it right. There is something for everyone, with 8 days of Jaguar fun and entertainment.
Contact: jaguarnational rally2018.com
QLD
8 April
Cooloola Coast Cars ’n’ Coffee
A chance for owners of vintage, veteran, classics, muscle cars, modern muscle and specialty vehicles to get together and show them off and swap stories, shoot the breeze and enjoy each others company and meet new friends.
14 April
Dubs by the Abbey
Wheels of Wamboin is being held on Saturday 15th April 2018 in conjunction with Home Produce Markets at the Wamboin Community Hall in Bingley Way, off Norton Road. Our highlight is the huge variety on the day.
Contact: facebook
VIC
9-11 March
PHILLIP ISLAND CLASSIC FESTIVAL OF MOTORSPORT
Phillip Island VIC
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VIC
14 April
Echuca swap meet
Run by Echuca & District Historic Vehicle Club. Show & shine plus swap meet.
Contact: echucaswap@outlook.com
15 April
Sandford Swap Meet
The Friends of the Community Victoria Inc. invites you all to our Sanford Swap Meet. Usually we run a market but for April we have decided to do something a little different. Our Swap Meet will be for motorcycles and cars. So, if you’re into looking at and buying all things related to motorcycles and cars, this is the place to be. You may even see an old paddock bomb, that you might love to own and do up! Contact: 03 5582 0191
22 April
Maffra Motor Museum Swap Meet
Focusing on car and motorbike parts, collectibles, garage paraphernalia, mancave items and much more. Contact: gippslandvehicle collection.org.au
27-30 April
National Rove
Annual Rover shindig is in Shepparton this year. Lots of events involved, including a tour of the Shep Motor Museum.
Contact: roverownersclub.com.au
NSW
30 March - 2 April
Hot Rods at the Q
Hot Rods at the Q is an ACT State Hot Rod Run organised by the Canberra Hot Rod Association and being held at the Queanbeyan Showground on 30th March to 2nd April 2018.
Contact: chra.org.au
21 April
Wheels of Wamboin
A show and shine for all things automotive. The Wheels of Wamboin features a huge variety from all marques in a truly country atmosphere just a short drive from Canberra. Located at the Wamboin Community Hall, Bingley Way, Wamboin from 9.00 am ‘til 1.00 pm. Last year over 125 automotive dreams made the day. Display entry is a gold coin donation and swap tables (provided) are $5 (remember to bring your cash as there is no EFTPOS available). Wamboin Home Produce markets are also open on the day.
Contact: Peter.evans@wamboincommunity.asn.au
MAY
VIC
12 May
Geelong Bay City Swap Meet
Geelong Showgrounds Breakwater Rd Geelong. 7am Entry. $5 per person, outdoor sites $10 plus admission. No Booking for outdoor sites. Overnight camping available on sites. Food available Friday night. Contact: Facebook
26 - 27 May
42nd Historic Winton
Historic Winton – Australia’s longest running, all-historic motor race meeting presents two big days of non-stop racing on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 May. Once again, the event will feature over 400 historic racing cars and motorbikes from the 1920s to the 1980s plus a huge heritage display of veteran and vintage vehicles.
Contact: historicwinton.org
NSW
4-7 May
DubVegas Torana Cruise 2018
The 2nd Annual Dubbo Torana Cruise kicks off at Bathurst 10am for a lap around the Mountain following a convoy of Toranas to Dubbo. The weekend is as busy or relaxing as you like. With events including: Meet and Greet new/old friends, Bodangora Drags, Dubbo at a Glance, Cars and Coffee Display, Sunday Mystery Cruise. Non-for-profit event, proceeds going to the Make A Wish Foundation.
Contact: Facebook
5-6 May
20th Annual Vintage Machinery and Swap Meet
The Rural Heritage hosts this annual celebration of tractors and engines, steam engines, cars, and motorbikes. There is a display, Blacksmiths shop, lots of stalls and the miniature railway runs all weekend. Contact: Facebook
SA
12-20 April
JAGUAR NATIONAL RALLY
Adelaide SA
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QLD
12 May
Powercruise 1 Day Powerplay 28
Welcome to Powercruise 1 Day Powerplay #28 at Queensland Raceway, Saturday 12th May 2018. The favourite event for all when we do it all in just 1 day. What better place to rip up the straights than Queensland Raceway so make sure you get the old faithful cruiser ready for 1 Day of pure madness.
Contact: www.powercruise.com
20 May
Fine Iron Hot Rod Classic Car and Bike Show Swap Meet
The Fine Iron Rod & Custom Club of Ipswich is holding its 25th annual Hot Rod Classic Car & Bike Show Swap Meet on Sunday 20th May 2018 at the Ebbw Vale Soccer Grounds.
Contact: 0487042189
SA
5-6 May
Naracoorte Swap Meet and Show n Shine
The Naracoorte Swap Meet and Show n Shine is hosted by the Naracoorte Historic Vehicle Club on the 5-6 May 2018 at the Showgrounds in Smith Street.
Contact: 0408854658
TAS
20 May
Picnic at Ross
Picnic At Ross is being held on May 20th at the Ross Recreation Ground. A day’s outing for classic cars and motor bikes from veteran to 1994 including a display in Ross. Organised by the Post Vintage Car Club of Tasmania Inc.
JUNE
NSW
2-4 June
Wintersun
Wintersun 2.0 will see happy punters gather to see the best cars and bikes, eat finest gourmet street food, see hand selected genuine retro stalls, auto memorabilia, car items, fantastic music and dancing. Join in the fun at the Murwillumbah Showground.
Contact: wintersun2.com. au
WA
2-3 June
Albany Classic
The Albany Classic Motor Event is run through the heart of Albany’s CBD, overlooking the ANZAC Peace Park and Princess Royal Harbour. This spectacle of historic motor sport covers cars from vintage wire wheels, post-vintage and classics with open wheel racers and big cube muscle cars. Contact: albanyclassic.com
QLD
6-10 June
Beachfest
Break out the Brylcreem and Bobby-Sox for five days of the planet’s coolest Retro Car Festival, celebrating hot rod and classic car lifestyles. This festival delivers it all.
Contact: beachfestdown under.com
VIC
8-10 June
HD HR Holden Nationals
Host venue – Bendigo’s All Seasons Hotel. Bendigo CBD is a block away with access to toilets, cafés and shop’s. Friday: Meet and greet from 6pm. Saturday: Show and Shine – 9am till 3pm. Presentation dinner and trophies for judged vehicles in the evening. Sunday run with lunch provided.
Contact: 0418 148 591.
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JULY
QLD
1 July
Muscle On The Mountain Show n Shine
Muscle On The Mountain Show and Shine Day Maleny is being held on Sunday 1st July 2018 from 9am to 1:30pm. Gates will be open from 7am for setup. Holden, HSV, Ford, FPV, muscle cars, street machines, hotrods, vintage, classic cars and motorcycles. All clubs welcome.
Contact: Facebook
8 July
Grand Display of French Cars
Annual display of French vehicles of all makes and models and condition hosted by the Peugeot, Citroen, Renault and Simca Car Clubs. Special 50th Anniversary of the Peugeot 504 - bring your 504 to join in the celebrations! Murarrie Recreation Reserve, Wynnum Rd, Cannon Hill. Food and drink vendors on site. Free public entry, $10 per vehicle for display entries. Event starts at 8.00am.
Contact: peugeotclubqld.org.au
14 July
Rockin Jimmy’s Car Show
Rockin Jimmys Car Show and rock n roll event is being held on Saturday 14th July at the Jimboomba Anglican Parish from 8am till 1pm. Bring your ride, bring the club, bring the family too. There will be food, fun and dancing for everyone.
Contact: peugeotclubqld.org.au
20-22 July
Ingham Autofest
Autofest Performance Car Festivals are pleased to announce the addition of an All New Autofest event that will taking place in Far North Queensland from July 20 to 22nd 2018. AUTOFEST Events include, Go To Whoa, Spear A Spud, Dyno
Shootout, Show N Shine, Autokhana and everyone’s favorite, the Mighty Burnout Comp.
Contact: autofest.com.au
28-30 July
Sunshine Coast Antique Car Club’s 30th Annual Nambour Swap
Open sites $25.00, undercover sites $35.00, entry per person $5.00. At Nambour Showgrounds, Coronation Ave, Nambour from Saturday 6.00am. Catering rights reserved.
Contact: nambour.swap@gmail.com
NSW
13-15 July
Back to Brunswick
The tenth anniversary of the Back to Brunswick hot rod run is being held on the 13th to the 15th July 2018 in Brunswick Heads on the NSW north coast. On Friday meet in the park at 11.30am opposite Hotel Brunswick and cruise to lunch. Registration open from 4pm - 6pm at the Hotel Brunswick, 4 Mullumbimbi St, Brunswick Heads.
Contact: 0418 762 576 15 July
Coffs Harbour Swap Meet and Classic Vehicle Display
Hosted by the Coffs Harbour Veteran and Vintage Car Club and supporting Pacific City Lions Club and Waratah Respite Services. Car & Bike Parts (new and used), collectables, bric-a-brac, memorabilia, tools and books.
Contact: Facebook 29 July - 6 August
Valla VW Spectacular 2018
The Volkswagen Spectacular at Valla is a full on VW experience running for ten days from the 29th July to the 6th August and is held around the Valla Beach Tourist Park and the big day in Nambucca Heads.
Contact: 0418 762 576
NSW
29 July - 6 August
VALLA VW SPECTACULAR 2018
Valla Beach NSW