By Emma Xerri
Gembrook’s finest cars took to the Gembrook Recreation Reserve on Sunday 18 February for this year’s All American Car Display.
Hosted by the Rotary Club of Emerald and District, in conjunction with The Thunderbirds Club & Custom Rod Inc., the event was Gembrook’s first in years, after covid and relocations stopped the event from running normally.
The day featured 218 cars in their shiniest form, each vying for one of the day’s five awards, as sponsored by the event’s sponsors, who each picked out their particular class of car, including best commercial car, best custom car, best hotrod and best Australian car.
And while a fierce storm tried to disrupt the event yet again, all it took was a few porta potties to ensure this year’s event ran smoothly.
“It did worry us, especially after the event when communication on the mountain was almost impossible because no one had reception,” Gembrook Rotary’s Greg Adams said.
“But everything was great, and the weather was terrific in the end.
“The Rotary Club’s manpower was also incredible.
“From my point of view as the organiser, if I wanted anything, the guys would step in in a heartbeat.
“We’re all volunteers, but it’s just amazing. If a barbecue stops working, 10 minutes later there’s another one.
“So, thank you to the community for your support. It was a great day, and we will be back next year.”
