More than 200 trucks of all shapes, sizes and colours are expected to roll into Jimboomba this May for the inaugural Scenic Rim Truck Show.
Organised by locals Tracey Armstrong and Janet Smith, the event will take place at Jimboomba State School on 21 May from 10am, showcasing a wide range of trucks – from vintage showpieces to powerful modern haulers.
Mrs Armstrong said the idea for the event was born from a casual conversation with her co-organiser and friend.
“We’ve talked about doing something like this for years – both of us are from trucking backgrounds, and we knew there’d be support from the community,” she said.
“Then one day over a cheese platter we thought, why not make it happen?”
Trucks must be pre-registered to participate in the display, with the $50 entry fee going directly towards the day’s fundraising efforts.
Each truck owner will receive a goodie bag, and spectators will have the chance to see the vehicles up close – something Ms Armstrong says is a rare experience.
“You see these big rigs on the highways every day, but rarely do you get to walk up to them, admire the craftsmanship and meet the people behind the wheel,” she said.
The community-focused event will raise money for the KIDS Foundation, a national organisation that supports children who have been affected by serious injury, trauma, or violence.
“We chose the KIDS Foundation because it’s a cause close to our hearts,” Mrs Armstrong said.
“A friend of ours was seriously burnt as a child, and the support the foundation provides is just incredible. They’ll have a stall on the day so people can learn more about what they do.”
Live music will keep the atmosphere lively throughout the day, with acts including Flip the Script, Jace Lansky, Amy and Andrew Ryan, and Kelly Llewellyn donating their time to perform.
There will also be a truck simulator, market stalls, and a range of carnival rides, like the Sizzler, Giant Slide and teacups, with $10 all-day ride passes available for kids.
A live auction will offer up prizes donated by the community and local businesses, including a trip for two to the Kenworth factory in Melbourne, a robotic pool cleaner and truck servicing packages.
Food and drink will be available from various vendors, and the school’s P&C will operate a bar, with all bar proceeds supporting Jimboomba State School.
If successful, the organisers hope to turn the event into a recurring fixture, potentially running it every year or every two years depending on sponsorship.
“It’s taken a lot of time and effort to get this off the ground, but we’re so excited to see it all come together,” she said.
“We just hope everyone comes along and has a great time.”
Visit scenicrimtruckshow.com to register your truck.
