Murray Bridge Autofest 2007

[les]

Press Release
The Murray City of Murray Bridge Mayor, Allan Arbon, was excited to announce today that the organisers of the SpringNat Car Show have selected Murray Bridge as their venue of choice to hold their summer event at Sturt Reserve during the Australia Day 2007 long weekend to be known as the Murray Bridge Auto Fest.
Murray Bridge, Tuesday 12th September 2006: The promoters have a very successful format which attracts over 50,000 people to a similar event held in Shepparton, Victoria, with another successful event at Albury Wodonga.
In preliminary talks, it was stressed to Mayor Arbon that the SpringNat event is “alcohol free” and the target audience is families. Close co-operation with the local Victorian Police has ensured that the Shepparton event attracts a well-behaved crowd. The award-winning Sturt Reserve offers an ideal location with its unique, ready-made track and show area. The external fencing and other infrastructure requirements have already been purchased by Council to stage the annual Australian International Pedal Prix event.
Mayor Arbon briefed Council at last night’s Council meeting held at the Monarto War Memorial Hall regarding the plan. Council staff, along with Elected Members, will now undertake a comprehensive review of the proposed Murray Bridge Auto Fest prior to committing to a long term agreement. However, preliminary discussions with the Mayor of Shepparton, Cr Jenny Houlihan, and the local Shepparton Police have indicated that the local community has nothing but praise for the way the event is conducted. Indicative reports show that the economic benefit wielded by the SpringNat Car Show to Shepparton is in the realm of $14 million.
To the uninitiated, the event is a display of high performance cars as well as controlled burn outs and demonstrations of horsepower. Visit www.springcarnationals.com for a taste of what is to come!

Photo opportunity: Friday 15th September, 2006, meet organiser Les Adams at the Civic Reception for the Australian International Pedal Prix from 4.30 pm at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge.

[NVS]

Thanks for the info. Sounds like it will be a great event.
Keep us up2 date.

[les]

FINALLY its OFFICIAL Murray Bridge Autofest has been given the GREEN Light at last nights Council meeting it was voted to give 100% Suport for the new event
Sturt Reserve will be a fantastic venue with plenty of grassed areas, huge kids playground and sealed roadways for both cruising and driving events The Murray Bridge Autofest is going to be the best thing to hit South OZ EVER.So if its Horsepower you crave or for that matter anything to do with Street Machines, Fast 4s, HiTeck ,Rotary ,Blown or Turboed, Restored, Authentic,Street Rods or Kustoms the Murray Bridge Autofest will have something for YOU.Also on display will be Trade Displays from most of the Automotive industry and DB Drag Racing will also feature.The reason this has taken a while to announce is that we have been working on a Multi Year deal with Council and not just a ONE off and now this is in place people will be able to plan their holidays etc around the event.

ENTRY FORMS will be ready by the time you read this and will be posted at
www.springcarnationals.com Wonder who will have entry number 1
So if you want to part of South Australian history get your entry in and prepare yourself and your ride for best thing that has ever happened in your backyard.
We know this is a BIG Statement but we plan to DELIVER.

[les]

We have tried to keep our prices to a minimun and when you do the sums it looks like this.3day event open 8 hours a day =24 hours
$150.00 into 24 hours = $6.25 a hour and remembering this pays for 2 people this then =$3.12 a hour per person plus you also get a event t/shirt worth $35.00 if you enter early and going on our insurance and event cost this we beleive to be excellent value for so much fun times to be had.
Regards les
ps entry form is on the site now

[NVS]

Sounds good. Is any 1 keen on entering thier cars in the Autofest? I might be tempted to set up a display if enough people are interested.

[adamvncalais]

im keen to enter two cars in the db drag racing!!! so would be keen as!!!

[NVS]

great, im keen, a few of my m8's are keen. I'll talk 2 our club sponsors, see if we can get some support from them.

Friday 26th - Sunday 28th January
Murray Bridge (Sturt Reserve)

Events such as:
Dyno Challange
Motorkana
Go to Whoa
Show N Shine
Burnouts
Db. Drag

ENTRY FORMS
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Here is a link to the event program, for a guide on whats happening each day.
www.springcarnationals.com/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=94

Accommidation in Murray Bridge Will be required if you plan on staying there for the whole event, as on-site camping will not be available. Being a family man I'll prolly drive back each night.

Here is a list of accomodation as posted on www.springcarnationals.com

Best accommidation will be Houseboat check out www.ozhouseboats.com.au and stay at the event,What a way to go,


Backpackers
Bed and Breakfast
Caravan Parks
Hotels and Motels


Hotels and Motels
Balcony Bed & Breakfast
Address: 6 Sixth Street, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8531 1411


Bridgeport Hotel
Address: Bridge Street, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 2002


Central Olympic Motel
Address: 34, Standen Street, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 2359 Facsimilie: 08 8532 4194 Free Call: 1800 088 322


Murray Bridge Hotel
Business: 08 8532 2024


Murray Bridge Motor Inn
Address: Princes Highway East, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 1090 Facsimile: 08 8531 0313


Murray Bridge Motor Lodge
Address: 212, Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 1144 Facsimile: 08 8531 3033


Murray Bridge Oval Motel & Caravan Park
Address: 4, LeMessurier Street, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
08 8532 2388 Facsimile: 08 8531 1101


Caravan Parks
Avoca Dell Caravan Park
Address: Murray Drive, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 2095 Facsimile: 08 8532 2795


Long Island Caravan Park & Marina
Address: Roper Road, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 6900 Facsimile: 08 8532 6261


Murray Bridge Oval Motel & Caravan Park
Address: 4, LeMessurier Street, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
08 8532 2388 Facsimile: 08 8531 1101


Princes Highway Caravan Park
Address: 313, Princes Highway, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 2860


White Sands Riverfront Caravan Park
Address: Jervois Road, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
08 8532 1421


Bed and Breakfast
Balcony Bed & Breakfast
Address: 6 Sixth Street, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8531 1411


Hy Am Home
Address: 43, Parish Crescent, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 1174


Swanport Views
Address: Lot 9 Queen Louisa Drive, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8532 3833


The Bridge Retreat
Business: 08 8531 2229 Mobile: [phone]


The Udder Place
Address: Long Flat Road, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8531 1153 Mobile: [phone]


Backpackers
Balcony Bed & Breakfast
Address: 6 Sixth Street, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
Business: 08 8531 1411


Murray Bridge Back Packer
Address: 1, McKay Road, Murray Bridge, SA, 5253
08 8532 6994

[les]

We would love to give u guys and girls a event for cheaper or even free but the costs in putting something like this is getting harder and harder to cover costs.The first year will be the hardest we beleive as no one is going to beleive us till they see it happen including sponsors,We hope that when they do that sponsorship will become easier and allow us to maybe droping entrant fees by year 2.

Clubs with 5 or more entants will Recieve a 10% discount But must send entries in together.

Regards Les

[NVS]

Thanks Les.
All entering will need to have their payment to me with their completed form by the November cruise (26/11/06) to take advantage of not only the club entry discount but the early bird fee.
Entry is $150 ($135 if 5 or more cars enter) Paid before 1st of December. or $200 (no club discount) paid after 1st of December.


If you are keen, post here with the events you might participate in.


EOI list:
ENVS (show and shine)
adamvncalais 2 cars (Db Drag)
RBVL20 2 cars (Db drag - show and shine - go 2 whoa - Dyno - burnouts?)


Confirmed:
NVS (go 2 whoa - show and shine - dyno)

[les]

Like Your Style PPL and dont forget that there will be club awards

[NVS]

so who's in?
We have 1 month to have all funds sent in.

[les]

MURRAY BRIDGE ENTRY FORM
AUTOFEST
SOUTH AUSTRALIA 26,27,28th JANUARY 2007
www.springcarnationals.com
ENTRANT DETAILS
Title(Please Circle) MR MRS MISS MS
First Name____________________________Surname___________________________

Street Address____________________________________________________________

Town/City____________________________State__________P/Code_______________

Telephone AH_________________________BH________________________________

E-Mail_______________________________

T/Shirt Size (Please Circle) S M L XL XXL
VEHICLE DETAILS. PLEASE NOTE NO REGO NO ENTRY
Number of Cylinders (Please Circle) 4 6 8 Rotary

Make________________________Model__________________Body Style___________

Rego No______________Expiry Date______________

Number Of People In Car Adults_______________Children______________

Show N Shine Yes No Driving Events Yes No Burnout Comp Yes No
All Burnout Vehicles Must Have A Tailshaft Loop Fitted (Refer to Website)

PARTICIPATING IN BEST CLUB DISPLAY Yes No Club_____________________
DB Drag Racing Yes No

ENTRANT FEES Note Entries Limited To 700 Vehicles
Entry Fees Include: ONE BUDDY PASS And ONE T/SHIRT. No T/Shirt After Dec 1st
Entrant - Before Dec 1st $150.00 _________
Entrant - After Dec 1st $200.00 _________
Extra Buddy Passes (Per Buddy) Max 3 Per Car________@$40.00 each _________
Extra T/Shirts Before Dec 1st (circle) S M L XL XXL @ $35.00 _________
Accommodation please contact [phone] TOTAL _________
All Entries Strictly Cheque/Money Order Payable to AUTOFEST And Forward To

P.O.Box 6555 Shepparton Victoria 3632
All General Enquires Contact Les 0417 511557 Daryl 0407 313 152
For Sponsorship and Trade contact Lisa 0417 571128 Catering Angelo 0419 312000

[les]

Murray Bridge are sending over the Mayor.the CEO,and their Events people to Springnats.Shows how serious they are on turning on a great event for Murray Bridge and SA

[NVS]

due to lack of interest, ACC will not be having a club display at auto fest 2007. mayby next time.

[les]

Thats right a Street Parade has been added to the program of events happening over Autofest.This will happen 9.00am with a 9.30 Start From Sturt Reserve Saturday 27th.Brett Stevens will lead the Parade with the Burnout XR8 ute and we will have a Police Escort through the main street of Murray Bridge and returning to the event where the main fun will begin for the Saturday Program.