Shannons Insurance main site

Upcoming Events

Prev

February 2012

Next
03 FRI

Toowooba Swap - QLD 

Time: 6am 
Location: Toowoomba Showgrounds, Toowoomba Qld 

February 3 - 4 One of Australia's largest swaps. Held yearly since 1973 in Toowoomba, west of Brisbane. Camping on site available. Plenty of free parking. Everything for the motoring enthusiast: veteran & vintage, pre & post war, classics, hot rods, street machines, machinery. New & NOS parts, major vendors, motoring memorabilia, accessories. CAR SHOW in main area. Entry $8 pp (14+). $12 two day pass

04 SAT

Berwick Swap Meet 

Time: 6am 
Location: Akoonah Park, Berwick, Vic. 

Swap Meet, gates open 6.00 am 4/02/2012. Enqiuries to Robin on 03 97049886 or Graham on 03 9752 7368

04 SAT

Black Saturday Remembrance Cruise - VIC 

Time: 4:30pm 
Location: Lilydale - Healesville 
Download: Event PDF

It is 'Black Saturday Remembrance Cruise' A cruise to remember the devastation of the Black Saturday fires. Cruising through fire affected communities to show our support. We will have Russell and his newly restored Holden FX - tribute to the one he lost in the fires, cruising with us and we hope to have his destroyed one on show at the destination point. February 4th 2012 Leaving Lilydale Pet Stock Car Park - Victoria 4.30pm Cruise through Yarra Glen, Steels Creek and Toolangi. Arriving at the Healesville Railway precint for a Show Fundraiser for the Healesville CFA - $10 entry per vehicle - cars and bikes welcomed. gold coin donation for the public. Sausage Sizzle conducted by the CFA or bring a picnic There will also be a remembrance ceremony at the Labryinth - in the same location at 7pm to remember for the lives, properties, possessions (people's cars) and animals lost in the Black Saturday bushfires. This cruise is presented by SLAMED CREATIONS - Lilydale Contact Stacey Kinsmore slamedcreations@yahoo.com.au 0421321203

05 SUN

The Charger Club of Victoria - Show & Shine Day  

Time: 10am - 3pm 
Location: Caribbean Gardens, Scoresby Entry from Ferntree Gully or Stud Rd 
Download: Event PDF

All Chryslers Welcome Special guest Leo Geoghegan Info Line Des 0409936545

05 SUN

David Calleja Memorial Car Show - Vic 

Time: 7am 
Location: Bacchus Marsh 
Download: Event PDF

The 7th Annual David Calleja Memorial Car Show is to be held on Sunday 5th February, 2012 in the historic, picturesque grounds of Maddingley Park, Bacchus Marsh. A great family day out with onsite catering, country market, children amusements, live music, trade stalls and swap meet. See a great display of Bikes, Trucks, Hotrods, Classic, Exotic, & Vintage Cars. Competitor vehicles - $10. Entry for Adults - $5, children under 14 years - free. Gates open at 7am for competitors and to the public from 8am. For enquiries call Nadine on 5367 9669 or email: carshow@djhs.org.au. Visit our website: showandrally.com.au Bacchus Marsh is centrally located and is approximately 45 minutes from Melbourne CBD, Geelong & Ballarat, with a tail wind, even quicker! (Mel Ref:333 H10) All proceeds directed to Djerriwarrh Health Services.

05 SUN

Launceston Annual Car and Bike Show - Tas 

Time: 9am -3pm 
Location: Josef Chromy Vineyard, Launceston 

www.aussiecoupes.net & HeartKids Tas present Tassie's BIGGEST car show, there will be: - 5 display cars from Melbourne! - People's choice awards & a Shannons Choice trophies - Wide variety of local beers and wine - Wood fired pizzas & heaps of other food stalls - Live blues bands - Model boats on the lakes - Star Wars Storm Troopers - Jumping Castles - Mechanical bull & Surfboard - Face painting - Craft and car paraphernalia stalls - Professional car photographer - Raffles, prizes and giveaways!....and more by February! (Every display car driver goes into the draw for $1000+ worth of prizes!)

05 SUN

Bass Coast Car & Bike Show 

Time: 9am - 4pm 
Location: Bass Highway Grantville 

Grantville Recreation Reserve, Bass Highway GRANTVILLE Fun Filled day for the entire family inc kiddies all make and model car and bike show. Enter @ Gate $10.00 per entrant Gold Coin Donation for spectators

12 SUN

25th Annual Picnic at Hanging Rock Classic Car Show 

Time: 8am 
Location: Hanging Rock, Victoria 

The event is primarily for the display of vintage, veteran, classic, modified and restored vehicles including cars, trucks and motorcycles along with Rods - pre 1986. We recognise that there are many other unique and highly sought after examples of vehicles in the modern era, however this event is primarily for the older motoring classics.

12 SUN

28th Annual All British Day - SA 

Time: From 11am 
Location: Uraidla Showgrounds 

The 28th Annual All British Day is one of SA's largest car and motorcycle display days and is organised on behalf of the members of all motor cars and motorcycle clubs in SA with British vehicles. A special feature of the 2012 event will be the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Ford and Lotus Cortina MK1, Cortina Mk2 and Ford Capr, with vehicles being provided for display by owners of the Cortin Capri Car Club of South Australia, Lotis Car Club of Australia and other local clubs. Admission is $6 for Adults, and $4 for children (6-16). Ample free parking available with a free shutttle bus service from Basket Range Road to the town centre.

17 FRI

Australian Motorcycle Expo - QLD 

Location: Gold Coast Convention Centre 

The Australian Motorcycle Expo also featuring the Australian Personal WaterCraft Show & The Australian Scooter Festival is back at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre from Friday 17th - Sunday 19th February 2012. See the latest in motorcycle, scooter and personal watercraft technology. See freestyle motocross, mini bike mayhem and the world's best jetski riders in Action Arena. Its an action packed weekend not to be missed! Friday 10am - 8pm Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday 9am - 5pm

18 SAT

Bairnsdale Motor Expo - Vic 

Time: 9am 
Location: Bairnsdale 

Huge family day, cars, trucks, boats, model cars, model boats, dodgem cars etc Great Day

19 SUN

All American Car Display and Swap Meet 

Time: 9am 
Location: Gembrook 

All American Vehicles including Hot Rods, Classic, Veteran Vintage, Commercial and Aussie Holden, Ford and Chrysler vehicles up to 1975 in show condition.

19 SUN

All Ford Day Geelong - Vic 

Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm 
Location: Deakin University, Waurn Ponds Geelong 

THE LARGEST DISPLAY OF FORD VEHICLES ANYWHERE IN AUSTRALIA Over 1,000 Ford vehicles on display. 30 different car clubs represented 48 different trophies to be won. V8 Super Car Drivers, celebrity drivers Autograph sessions Auto and trade displays, souvenirs Kids rides, entertainment, live bands Food vans Charity auction Organised by the Kiwanis Club of Geelong, with all proceeds going to community projects and charity.

19 SUN

Yarra Glen Swap Meet 

Time: 8am 
Location: Yarra Glen Racecourse 

The Yarra Glen Swap Meet run by the Vintage Drivers Club will be held at the Yarra Glen Racecourse (lots of shady trees and grass). Gates open: 7am for sellers, 8am for buyers. Undercover sites $20, outdoor sites $15. Sites available for tandem trailers. General admission $5. Catering provided by the VDC. Site bookings: phone Max Coomer (03) 9432 6948.

19 SUN

Crown on McCredie Charity Display Day - NSW 

Location: Cnr Fairfield & McCredie Roads, Guildford West 
Download: Event PDF

The Chrysler and Valiant Owners Association's 17th Annual Charity Display day. Entry is open to all Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Desoto, Imperial, Rootes Group, AMC & JEEP. All profits go to Barnardos childrens charity

24 FRI

Sydney VW Drags Showdown 2012 

Time: 9am 
Location: Western Sydney Dragway Eastern Creek 

Volkswagen drag racing returns to Sydney Dragway on February 24th -25th 2012 after an absence of 8 years. This will be Round 1 in the VWMA drag racing series. Sydney Dragway is a quarter mile track allowing the Volksies to stretch their legs a little further and enjoy the privilege of competing on a world class international track. This event is a dial-your-own competition, allowing everyone from novice racer in their stock street registered vehicle to all-out drag cars to run at their own pace. It's not always the fastest that wins, but rather consistency and a good light. For more information contact Craig Hughes - mobile 0419 735 596

25 SAT

Shannons Saturday Night at the Drive-In 

Time: 3pm 
Location: Dromana 3 Drive-In, Mornington Peninsula,VIC 
Download: Event PDF

Come along and share our passion for all things auto! See flyer for further details.

25 SAT

Heritage Farming Weekend - Tas 

Location: Hanslows Farm, Cambridge 

25th - 26th February Contact: Lou Hanslow Ph: 62 485159

25 SAT

Ballarat Swap Meet Inc Shannons Show & Shine and Park & Sell 

Location: Ballarat Airport, Ballarat 

Ballarat Swap Meet incorporating - Shannons Show & Shine & Shannons Park & Sell 25th - 26th February 2012. Dave Waight (Shannons Ballarat Regional Development Officer) Ph: 0419 268 325

25 SAT

Cruzin Magazine Nostalga Drags - QLD 

Time: 7am 
Location: Willowbank Raceway, Queensland 

Tickets: Adults $25, Students with ID $20 , Kids 13 and under - admitted free. Gates open 7am, Qualifying from 9am, Racing from 4pm. Shannons will have a trade stand at this event, drop in a say hello.

25 SAT

Summer Classic - Car and Bike Show 2012 - VIC 

Time: 10am - 5pm 
Location: Kalkallo Hotel, 1324 Hume Hwy, Kalkallo VIC 

The 8th annual Summer Classic - Car and Bike Show will take place on Saturday 25th of February 2012. All proceeds raised on the day will be donated to Helping Hands - MS Research and TLC for Kids. The primary objectives of Helping Hands MS is to "find a breakthrough" in MS research, in addition to raise public awareness to the vast amount of Australians who have little knowledge of the illness. While TLC for Kids works to provide urgent assistance and support for kids and families in hospitals around Australia. By providing emergency distractions to nurture the emotional wellbeing of kids undergoing medical treatment, within 48 hours of the request being made. Trophies will be awarded for Best Car and Bike. Entry: - Car & Bike Entry - On the Day: $25 - Pre-Registration: $20 - General Admission $2 - Family Admission $5

26 SUN

2012 Motor Enthusiast Conference - NSW 

Time: 7am 
Location: Eatsern Creek Raceway, NSW 
Download: Event PDF

All enthusiasts are welcome to attend this very important Motoring Enthusiasts Community Event. Free Entry for Car Show & Shine & Spectators. All Enthusiast Delegates wishing to be part of the official 9am Conference proceedings with the RMS & Minister for Roads in NSW have a $25 registration fee payable in advance which includes lunch.