83 bikes and 52 cars rumbled, rattled and rolled their way around the Gannawarra Shire and over the border into Barham.
Event organiser John Webb was delighted with the turn out.
“We were given a lovely lot of toys, which is very appreciated and will put a smile on many littlies’ faces Christmas morning,” said John.
“We raised $6,400 on Saturday, however, this will not be our final figure. We still have sponsorship money to come in and a few other bits and pieces.”
The weather gods had shone upon the event leaving last year’s drenching a distant memory.
The day officially started at 7.30am in Leitchville with bikes gathering to register. Once again, the Cohuna CFA was on hand to lead the procession of bikes ranging from vintage to the latest and greatest high displacement speed machines. There was everything from the 3-wheeled Can-am Spyder to Harley trikes sporting the 114 cubic inch Milwaukee 8 engine and even a Triumph Rocket powered by the 2.3 litre 3-cylinder engine.
The convoy departed for Kerang as the spectacular sight meandered its way across the countryside before being directed into Kerang with the help of Victoria Police.
A wide array of cars had already assembled in the main street of Kerang with the bikes filing between the shiny collection. From Corvettes to Camaros, Mustangs and hot rods, there was something for the oldest and youngest spectator to drool over.
Photos: The Koondrook and Barham Bridge Newspaper
After a feed of bacon and egg rolls, the bikers saddled up and departed for Koondrook-Barham via Westby Hill, with the cars to follow.
It was quite a sight as residents and visitors lined the streets to watch the spectacle come over the bridge and assemble in Mellool Street. The team at the Barham Bakery sprang into action donating cinnamon donuts and scones to the day’s participants.
The final leg of the day saw the group head for Cohuna, taking the scenic route past the town and following their way back along the Gunbower Creek before assembling at the Recreation Reserve for the day’s culmination.
This article appeared in The Koondrook and Barham Bridge Newspaper, 23 November 2023.
