The Gnoo Blas Classic Car Club in Orange is keeping alive the history of the former Gnoo Blas road racing circuit, which in its short eight-year span chalked up a number of significant Australian firsts. Included in these in 1955 was the first FIA sanctioned international race meeting in Australia and in 1960 the first Australian Touring Car Championship, now the V8 series

Gnoo Blas also had the first 100mph lap in Australia. Our annual car show in Sir Jack Brabham Park in the centre of the old track is an ideal event for car club members to show off their vehicles to the public and enjoy a great weekend away. There will be 10 award categories, including car of the show, and special awards for the best Club display and best Volvo

Food and soft drinks are available on site. There will also be a courtesy bus running on the hour to take people into Orange to shop or look at the sights

On Sunday morning we’re going on a short scenic drive around the Pinnacle to Lake Canobolas for morning tea. From there to Orange Botanic Gardens for the pre-packed picnic lunch

We have another great line-up of guests for the show and enthusiasts’ dinner, including New Zealand driver Robbie Francevic, the 1986 winner of the Australian Touring Car Championship in a 240T Volvo.