Here’s a look at some upcoming industry events.
JUNE
LRTASA State Conference
June 13-14
Adelaide, SA
The Livestock & Rural Transport Association of SA (LRTASA) will host its annual conference weekend, featuring a conference, exhibition, golf event, Friday night dinner and a Saturday night annual gala dinner and auction.
JULY
2025 WiTA Toots Awards
July 5
Darwin Convention Centre, NT
Women in Trucking Australia’s (WiTA) Toots Awards celebrate and promote female participation in the heavy vehicle industry. The awards will be presented at the awards dinner in Darwin.
Gold Coast Truck Show
July 27
Mudgeeraba Showgrounds, QLD
There will be plenty of trucks, cars and bikes on display, with show awards taking place across all three vehicle categories. The day will have lots to see and do for the whole family, with entertainment provided by cover band Pheonix Rising, who will rock it out on centre stage.
AUGUST
Casino Truck Show
August 2
Casino, NSW
The date has already been set for this year’s Casino Truck Show, one of the biggest events in Australia’s trucking calendar. Tens of thousands of people and hundreds of trucks are expected to descend on the town as usual – last year, truck entries had to be capped at 600. Attendees can look forward to a great day out with food, trade stalls, kids’ amusements and much more.
LRTAV State Conference
August 8-9
Move Museum, Shepparton, VIC
The Livestock & Rural Transporters Association of Victoria (LRTAV) will host its annual 2025 Conference in Shepparton, featuring all things livestock and rural. Registrations will open soon, with more details to come.
Coolgardie Rodeo and Outback Festival
August 15-17
Coolgardie, WA
Organisers of this year’s Coolgardie Rodeo and Outback Festival are planning an even bigger and better event, with an expanded truck and ute show and a brand new tractor display.
National Historical Machinery Association National Rally
August 23-31
Kingsthorpe Park, QLD
Biennial National Historical Machinery Association National Rally is being held this August 23-24 in Jondaryan, Queensland, with the fun continuing in conjunction with Steaming under the Southern Cross.
Transport enthusiasts can look forward to 10 days of heritage displays and activities – expect classic and vintage cars, trucks, motorcycles, antique engines, tractors and machinery along with antique earthmoving equipment and heritage steam equipment such as traction engines and road rollers. Check out working displays, ploughing and earth moving demonstrations, a working blacksmithing display, market stalls, live entertainment and much more. Exhibitors from machinery car and truck clubs welcome. Visit the website susci.com.au for more details or contact the Secretary Warren Buckley (email secretary@susci.com.au or call 0414 334 006). www.facebook.com/trucks.trains
Festival of Transport 2025
August 28-31
Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Held at the National Road Transport Museum’s hometown of Alice Springs, the four-day Festival of Transport 2025 will host various events including the Shell Rimula Wall of Fame Induction, Transport Women Dream Maker Award, Truck Drag Racing and a street parade.
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.
OCTOBER
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.
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.