General News
30 January, 2026
Lifeline to benefit from car show
MOTORING enthusiasts of all ages headed to Cannon Hill last Sunday morning for the chance to browse a range of classic cars, hot rods and muscle cars.
The annual event, which has been organised for several years by members of the Warrnambool Kruzin Classics club, was well received by visitors.
“This car show has been held at Cannon Hill for the last five or so years and was previously up on the highway and held at the same time as the Melbourne to Warrnambool Cycling Classic,” club secretary Mick Katsaros said.
“But the classic changed dates and sponsors and the dates that we had available to us (to ensure our show didn’t clash with other car shows) didn’t align with the cycling event so we changed both our date and venue.
“It has actually worked out quite well; we moved to Cannon Hill and now host the car show on the same weekend as the Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic at Premier Speedway.”
Mr Katsaros said the change of both date and location has proven beneficial over the years and this year was no exception.
“Thousands of motorsport lovers were already in town for the Classic at Premier, and there was still plenty of tourists around, so we estimate we had a couple of thousand through the gate – it’s hard to get an accurate number because we only charge a nominal fee.”
Around 200 cars were on display, including those from the 1950s and 60s, along with several hot rods and others that arrived on the day.
“We don’t knock anyone back; if people are eager to display their vehicles as part of the show then they’re most welcome,” Mr Katsaros said.
“The majority of proceeds from the admission is always distributed to a charity of our choice each year and this year that will be Lifelife. Our committee will meet next Monday night to discuss the cheque amount and we’re looking forward to making this donation to a very worthy recipient.”
