Bairnsdale Swap Meet and Car Show recently held by The Lakesters Rod and Custom Club East Gippsland on September 21 at the Lucknow Recreation Reserve was another successful event.
Car enthusiasts were to treated to the largest display of cool rides so far in the history of the event and it was good to see the many cars, trucks and bikes on display.
Club president Dean Herbert thanked all the car, truck and bike enthusiasts who participated in the event “without you it just wouldn’t be possible “.
The highlight of the event was the show and shine and what a display it was, winners of the sponsors choice are:
– Tony Dunbar Dodge AT4 Pickup
– Dwayne Morrison Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
– Gerard Tomkins VW Meyers Manx
– Erica McDonald 1937 Vauxhall
– Wayne Smith Ford Custom line
– Terry Whelan White Road Commander Truck
– Wayne Howe 33 ford Coupe
– Shannon Cato Model A Ford Pickup
– Coggsie Buick Special –
– David Wickens XW Ford Fairmont Wagon
– Andrew M 1940 Harley FL Knuckle
– John Matchem 65 Triumph Bonneville
The proceeds from the Show and Shine resulted in a cheque of $2000 being presented to Melons Cottage from the show cars, truck and bike entries.
The Lakesters thanked the volunteer members from Mount Taylor Fire Brigade for giving up their Sunday to supply first aid for the event, with The Lakesters making a donation of $500 to the brigade to help with their activities.
The club also extended its gratitude to the ASRF, Aussie Septic Solutions, Signline, Riveria Joinery, Stothers Music and Hi Fi, Ray Stephenson Bairnsdale Main
Motel and Richard Hay for their continued support.
So that’s a wrap for 2025, with event management already looking at 2026.
