les adams

The Springnats / Autofest Series welcomes new naming rights partner Valvoline Australia to its family. Valvoline, a division of Ashland Inc., serves more than 100 countries worldwide and is a leading marketer, distributor and producer of quality branded automotive and industrial products and services and has been serving American motorists longer than any other motor oil company and is a leading innovator and supplier of quality, high-performing automotive and industrial products. Best known for its lubricants, Valvoline also markets Eagle One® appearance products, Car Brite® car restoration products, Zerex® antifreeze, SynPower® performance products, Pyroil® automotive chemicals and MaxLife® products created for higher-mileage engines Springnats, now into its 17th year as well as the Murray Bridge, Corowa and Mount Gambier Autofest's are excited with the latest announcement and look forward to a long term relationship with this iconic institution, also we proud to announce that we also welcome the return of long time supporter Strathfield Car Radio who are backing the Stereo Comps together with Option Audio at Springnats once again. Josh Fegan Victorian State Manager SCR wrote; Strathfield Group is proud to announce a renewed sponsorship of Springnats, an event that has brought the company many happy returns over the last decade. Australia’s most famous Car Audio retailer, behind the latest Option Audio, Pioneer, Sony and Orion products, is thrilled to once again work with Springnats to bring you one of this nations truly great automotive experiences.

cheers for that

Date should read January not Feb Yeah great to have Option Audio on board and this will give the stereo comps at each of our events a hugh BOOST.

MEDIA RELEASE The Valvoline Murray Bridge Autofest are set to return to the Bridge on the Australia Day Weekend, January 23rd and 24th 2010 Now into it’s fourth year, the Valvoline Murray Bridge AutoFest is already regarded as Street Machine Heaven by all that have attended, even girlfriends and wives can't get enough of this City after all, where can you have a blast with your car within the event then wander just back 100 meters to your houseboat on the mighty Murray River to enjoy all it has to offer. We also welcome new naming right partner Valvoline, a division of Ashland Inc., serves more than 100 countries worldwide and is a leading marketer, distributor and producer of quality branded automotive and industrial products and services. . Best known for its quality, high performance automotive lubricants, Valvoline also markets Eagle One® car care products, Car Brite® car restoration products, Zerex® antifreeze, SynPower® performance products, Pyroil® automotive chemicals and MaxLife® products created for higher-mileage engines. Advertising will be via multimedia nationally but with the main consideration given to Victoria, NSW and of course South Australia. Competitors have already entered from most states of Australia and it is expected that spectators will do similar giving a HUGE boost to the local Murraylands economy. The Valvoline Murray Bridge Autofest, runs over the entire Australia Day Weekend, will have all the HIGH OCTANE events such as the Go To Whoa, Motokana, Dyno Comp, Shine N Shine, Option Audio Stereo Comp, Trade Displays, Supercruise and everyone's favorite the Mighty Burnout Comp. Team Extreme will also making their return SA visit and together with their awesome Supercharged weapons are sure to Excite All once again. It will be a fantastic place to be on Australia Day Weekend, and it's an easy 45-minute drive down the freeway from Adelaide. The Rural City of Murray Bridge is continuing its strong support and welcomes all visitors to the region to enjoy what is on offer and strongly suggests that if your accommodation isn’t booked to do so ASAP to avoid disappointment. www.autofest.com.au

OK the team at Mount Gambier Autobarn(sponsor of the Dyno comp) have pleasure in Offering all Entry into the Mount Gambier Autofest for just $100 for TWO people in the Show N Shine or $150.00 for a Full Entrant package including entry for TWO people and your car into all Events you wish to participate in including the Dyno comp,Burnout,Go To Whoa Motakana, Show N Shine, etc etc Condition of this Offer is that you must go into the Mount Gambier Autobarn store at 92 Commercial Street West,Fax 088724 9011, Fill out the entry form and have one of there reps sign it send it to the nominated address on the Entry Form and your in!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Strathfield Group, In Tune with Springnats 09! Strathfield Group is proud to announce a renewed sponsorship of Springnats, an event that has brought the company many happy returns over the last decade. Australia’s most famous Car Audio retailer, behind the latest Option Audio, Pioneer, Sony and Orion products, is thrilled to once again work with Les Adams to bring you one of this nations truly great automotive experiences. Strathfield is once again exclusive Car Audio partners with Springnats, and looks forward to showcasing our massive range of car audio brands, in-car entertainment, navigation devices, trade offerings and our renowned installation services. Come November 27, we celebrate our return to Springnats with unbelievable sales offers, giveaways and on site activities including the ‘Option Audio Sound Off - Bought to you by Strathfield’. With our Shepparton store located in the thick of the action (directly adjacent to the Springnats arena), Strathfield will provide the locals and tourist community with fun filled events and offerings the entire weekend, whilst not missing a single burn out! The Springnats event consistently attracts around 30,000 patrons and brings in around $14 million to the local economy each year! With fabulous weather inevitable, kick start an awesome summer by attending this heart racing event, and make sure you drop in and say hi to all the friendly staff at Strathfield! For more information on the event or to enquire about your own trade display over the weekend in front of 30,000 car lovers, contact Les Adams on 0417 511 557. Or check out the web site at www.springcarnationals.com. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE About Strathfield Group Strathfield is Australia’s most renowned Car Audio retailer, trading for over 30 years across more than 50 locations, Australia wide. Specialist products include: Car Audio : Head Units, Amplifiers, Sub Woofers and Speakers In Car Entertainment : Roof mount and Head Rest LCD screens, DVD players and In Car Gaming Navigation : Portable, In–Built Peripherals : In-Built Car Kits, Car Alarms and Immobilizers Mobile Phones : Premium Optus Dealer No longer just ‘Drive In and & Jive Away’, Strathfield are now ‘In Tune with you’. Strathfield strive to offer the latest products from only quality brands, whilst providing the best prices going around. Kind Regards, Josh Fegan State Manager Strathfield Group

The Springnats / Autofest Series welcomes new naming rights partner Valvoline Australia to our family. Springnats, now into its 17th year as well as the Murray Bridge, Corowa and Mount Gambier Autofest's are excited with the latest announcement, we can also release the news that long time partner Strathfield Car Radio return to Springnats and along with Option Audio will be running the Car Stereo event. A detailed press release will be issued shortly.

Media Release 4th September 2009 The Autofest Group together with the support of South East Street Machines, City of Mount Gambier and the A&H Society have agreed to continue staging the cities longest running motoring event, now into its 31st year at the Mount Gambier Showground. The Mount Gambier Autofest & Show N Shine, update on what’s planned for the event only 8 weeks away. Competitor numbers are coming in steady and if you are still thinking of entering we advise to do so very quickly, entries include some of the top names of our sport, Leroy Rees. Jnr John Taverna, Peter Grmusa, Arron Mackley. Support has been great throughout the City as well as corporate. Local businesses that have given support include; Mount Gambier Autobarn, Trident Tyres, Silverbirch Motel, Mc Donalds, Lifestyle 1, Snap On Tools, Carlin Gazzard, Option Audio and Star FM. News also that approval has been given to the staging of a Street Parade through the streets of Mount Gambier on Sunday morning at 9.00am, to be known as the Star FM Supercruise this will be great for the local community and visitors to the region to witness. Highlights also include; The Jack Daniels Experience, Shannon’s Insurance Transporter, Mount Gambier Autobarn Dyno Challenge, Side Show Alley, Trident Tyres Burnout Comp, City of Mount Gambier Show N Shine, Option Audio DB Drags and Trade Alley The organisers of the highly successful Shepparton Springnats Autofest and the trio of Autofests at Murray Bridge SA, Corowa NSW and the new Mount Gambier Autofest and Show N Shine event, estimate crowds of between 70,000 – 80,000 spectators will visit the four events each year. The upgrades at the Mount Gambier Showground have been completed and all is in readiness for the Hi Octane Action that is Autofest. Les Adams Autofest Promotions Manager said “the alcohol free Autofest has been running in Shepparton for 16 years, we believe this is a very large step forward for the longevity of the events future in Mount Gambier,” he said. The Mount Gambier Autofest will be promoted nationwide in Australasian car magazines, Trading Post as well as extensive television and radio campaigns. For assistance with further information, please contact: § Mr Les Adams –Mount Gambier Autofest Promotions Manager P (03) 5823 5801 M 0417 511 577 E [email protected] www.autofest.com.au

UPDATE ON WHATS PLANNED IN COROWA FOR 2010 Friday 26th February 2010Party the night away with live entertainment at Corowa Shire Hotels and Licensed Clubs. Drop into the Corowa Visitor Information Centre to pickup a program of the evenings entertainment options. Saturday 27th February 2010 Shop N Save 8am – 10am Get in early to pickup amazing price reduced products coordinated by businesses in Sanger Street Corowa. Saturday 27th February 2010Corowa Street Extravaganza 6pm – midnight Party and dance the night away to live Rock’n’Roll music in the main street of Corowa, Sanger Street. A $5 admission change will apply. Enjoy a scrumptious meal, regional wines whilst exploring the array of cars on display at the Show ‘n’ Shine. Set amongst the stars, the Street Fest is a must for all Autofest enthusiasts. Sunday 28th February 2010 Supercruise 7.30am – 10am Breakfast with the Stars at Sanger Street Cafes and Restaurants from 7.30am whilst admiring some of the best cars in the land with a street procession from 8.30am. This Event Welcomes All: Street Machines, Street Rods, Imports, Kustoms and Restored/Authentic. Check out www.autofest.com.au for all the latest News.

Shot of the all New SPRINGNATS Playground

Great bit of turf but in reality the cruise will focus around Commercial Street.

Just been over to do some more ground work and everything is coming together great and some more "NEWS" Looks like we are going to have a street cruise on Sunday morning through the streets of the Mount, How kool is that.

Wonder where you got that from, Skylines and all imports have always been welcomed at Springnats and Autofest just ask the drift Guys and Girls and also have a look at the results page at our web site www.autofest.com.au

Heres a Program for those interested. VENUE: Mount Gambier Showgrounds PROGRAM Day One Friday 30th October 2009 SHANNONS INSURANCE SCRUTINEERING Friday 30th October 12.00am to 5.30pm Saturday 31st October 8.30am to 2.30pm Buddy pass holders processed 30th 12.00am to 5.30pm 31st 8.30am to 2.30pm TRADER SETUP Friday 30th 12.00am to 5.30pm Saturday 31st 7.30am to 12.00Midday DAY TWO Saturday 31st October (Mount Gambier Showgrounds) Shannon’s Insurance Scrutineering Continues 8.30am to 2.30pm Traders Open 9.00am Turtlewax Ice Show n Shine 9.00am to 5.00pm Turtlewax Ice Show N Shine Judging 10.00am to 5.00pm Mount Gambier Autobarn Dyno Challenge 9.00am to 5.00pm Option Audio Stereo Comp 1.00pm to 4.00pm Autofest Corkscrew 9.30am to 10.30am Autofest Superskids 10.30am to 11.30am Team Extreme Burnout Display’s 12.00 midday to 12.30pm Go To Whoa 12.45pm to 3.00pm Burnout Eliminations 3.10pm to 5.00pm Team Extreme Burnout Demos 5.00pm to 5.30pm DAY THREE Sunday 1st October (Mount Gambier Showgrounds) Gates open to the public 9.00am Turlewax Ice Show n Shine 9.00am to 5.00pm Traders Open 9.00am to 5.00pm Mount Gambier Autobarn Dyno Challenge 9.00am to 5.00pm Option Audio Stereo Comp 1.00pm to 5. 00pm Autofest Corkscrew 9.15am to 10.30am Autofest Superskids 10.30am to 11.30am Autofest Go To Whoa Finals 11.30am to 1.00pm Autofest Motokana 1.15pm to 2.30pm Team Extreme Burnout Demos 2.30pm to 2.45pm Burnout Finals 2.45pm to 5.00pm Team Extreme Burnout Demos 5.00pm to 5.30pm Trophy Presentations 5.45 pm There will be no charge for Tow vehicles but remember that you must go to Scutineering first to attain necessary passes. Only cars with trailers attached with entered vehicle are for free, any other support vehicles will be charged $20.00 a day to park in this area and also must purchase either a weekend or a day pass. The Times Set Above Are Set To Change Without NOTICE: BURNOUT RULES AND REGULATIONS AT THE WEB SITE www.autofest.com.au

Yeah i hear what your saying and also think at times many are targeted for the wrong reasons not only imports but street machines in general, I personally have built and driven to many events around OZ since the mid 70's and have had my share of defects and harrassment as well and one thing that really surprised me recently was this; I just finished a 1931 Ford fitted with a 454 big block chev with all the goodies etc and on its maiden voyage drove it to Summernats ( over 750k round trip) and not hasselled once but seen many a street machine getting pinned, go figure that! Anyway maybe we might see you guys and girls at Murray Bridge on Jan 23 and 24

Dont know really what happened in the past but ALL are welcome at event ran by us including: Street Machines, Street Rods, Imports, Restored/Authentic, Kustoms and so on. Autofest events are designed for those attending to have fun with their ride no matter what it is.

Please remember that the events ran by us are driving event shows and whilst its not great timing to be on the same weekend as Extreme you must understand that the two a quiet different in concept.

Media Release 12/7/2009: The Springnats/Autofest Group is proud to welcome new partner Option Audio into its upcoming events. Option Audio will take over running of the car audio competitions at each of the Autofest events throughout Victoria, NSW and South Australia <H2 style="MARGIN: auto 0cm">Option Audio, delivering continual change in superior car audio visual entertainment products.</H2>Established in 2001 Option Audio Pty Ltd was founded to develop a new unique style and performance of car audio products different to those currently in the market place. Delivering performance, style and quality has been the foundations of the OA product range. Continually diversifying the product range and building relationships with consumers and suppliers is the core driving force behind the team of Option Audio. The organisation focuses on two segmentations of business focusing on car audio visual entertainment and marine audio visual solutions. Option Audio head office is located in Brisbane Australia one of the fastest growing cities in the world. Option Audio has a team of designers, testers and developers throughout America and South-East Asia to assist in continually refining the designs and performance of the OA product range. Quality assurance and testing is at the for front of OA product line. Option Audio is able to provide such a high level of quality control through manufacturing its own line of products. This effectively reduces significant costs of products and increases the ability to give more for less. OA is now diversifying its car audio range into mobile homes and boating products. If there are any enquiries or further information on becoming and authorised dealer of the OA product range please do not hesitate to contact us. DATES and VENUES: Mount Gambier S.A.- October 31st to November 1st Shepparton Victoria- November 27th to 29th Murray Bridge S.A. - January 23rd to 24th Corowa NSW- February 27th to 28th Each Autofest event will include the following Audio classes: (You can enter in woofer and amp classes) Street 1 ( 3 x 8”or 2 x 10”or 1 x 12”) 0 – 750wrms Street 2 ( 3 x 10”or 2 x 12”or 1 x 15”) 751 – 1500wrms Street 3 ( 3 x 12”or 2 x 15”or 1 x 18”) 1501 – 2500wrms Open Class 2501wrms & over Pro Class ( Trade cars, rep cars etc) Top Install For further information contact: Jade Daley [email protected] www.optionaudio.com.au www.autofest.com.au

Media Release 12/7/2009: The Springnats/Autofest Group is proud to welcome new partner Option Audio into its upcoming events. Option Audio will take over running of the car audio competitions at each of the Autofest events throughout Victoria, NSW and South Australia <H2 style="MARGIN: auto 0cm">Option Audio, delivering continual change in superior car audio visual entertainment products.</H2>Established in 2001 Option Audio Pty Ltd was founded to develop a new unique style and performance of car audio products different to those currently in the market place. Delivering performance, style and quality has been the foundations of the OA product range. Continually diversifying the product range and building relationships with consumers and suppliers is the core driving force behind the team of Option Audio. The organisation focuses on two segmentations of business focusing on car audio visual entertainment and marine audio visual solutions. Option Audio head office is located in Brisbane Australia one of the fastest growing cities in the world. Option Audio has a team of designers, testers and developers throughout America and South-East Asia to assist in continually refining the designs and performance of the OA product range. Quality assurance and testing is at the for front of OA product line. Option Audio is able to provide such a high level of quality control through manufacturing its own line of products. This effectively reduces significant costs of products and increases the ability to give more for less. OA is now diversifying its car audio range into mobile homes and boating products. If there are any enquiries or further information on becoming and authorised dealer of the OA product range please do not hesitate to contact us. DATES and VENUES: Mount Gambier S.A.- October 31st to November 1st Shepparton Victoria- November 27th to 29th Murray Bridge S.A. - January 23rd to 24th Corowa NSW- February 27th to 28th Each Autofest event will include the following Audio classes: (You can enter in woofer and amp classes) Street A ( 3 x 8”or 2 x 10”or 1 x 12”) 0 – 750wrms Street B ( 3 x 10”or 2 x 12”or 1 x 15”) 751 – 1500wrms Street C ( 3 x 12”or 2 x 15”or 1 x 18”) 1501 – 2500wrms Open Class 2501wrms & over Pro Class ( Trade cars, rep cars etc) Top Install For further information contact: Jade Daley [email protected] www.optionaudio.com.au www.autofest.com.au option_ad.pdf

As most would understand its always very difficult when allocating dates for motoring events. Considerations are given for all types of reasons including, weather, venue availbility, other similar events around proposed dates etc etc. When consulting with Mount Gambier Council and the Venue all facets were considered including the indoor event at Adelaide and as Autofest events differs from an indoor event and includes driving events that involves entrant participation this was considered not to be a detrimental factor to either event. Those who wish to only display their car and live within easy distance of Adelaide would suport the extreme event whilst others that wanted to be more involved with driving competitions and the like would be catered for at the Mount Gambier event. With entrants already from both Victoria and South Australia booked into the Mount and i'm sure that extreme would be seeing similar within their event i beleive that both will prosper and have their own appeal to those that attend each event.

Map Showing New Springnats Location

This weekend suited the Mount Gambier event calander best so fitted into that and also working with the Hill Climb which is on the following weekend. This will continue into future years as well.

Autofest is all about enjoying your ride with family and freinds. Events include,Dyno Challenge, Go To Whoa, Motokana/Corkscrew, Show N Shine, Burnout Comp, Side Show Alley and More

It is with pleasure we enclose information for a new and exciting event to be held in Mount Gambier South Australia on Oct 31st to Nov 1st 2009. Australia’s longest running Street Machine motoring event. The Mount Gambier Show N Shine has just celebrated their 30th anniversary and was seriously looking at ceasing this landmark show and after hearing of this we immediately contacted the organisers, talks were held with the South East street Machines, Mount Gambier City Council as well as the A&H Show Society and a partnership was formed to continue the event with Autofest steering it back to one of South Australia’s premier events. Between us we could see the benefits of combining resources and by adding the Autofest trademark driving events to the static display Show N Shine it is anticipated that the Mount Gambier event will have more appeal than ever to both Competitors and Visitors. Mount Gambier Autofest and Show N Shine is a promotion of a performance car festival that provides the true motor vehicle enthusiast with the opportunity to display their skills and vehicles against other enthusiasts in a safe, controlled and friendly environment. The venue for the 2009 AutoFest is the Mount Gambier showgrounds which offers an ideal location with its unique, ready-made roadways suited to driving events and display areas set on landscaped surrounds. AutoFest is all about admiring the best cars in the land and spending quality time with family and friends, whilst witnessing some of the most powerful cars compete side by side in events such as Go To Whoa, Motorkana, Show N Shine, Car Audio Competition, Dyno Challenge and the fiercely competitive Burnout Title. The Mount Gambier Event is alcohol free and thus promotes a true family atmosphere where spectators are able to enjoy the enthusiasm and excitement of a motor vehicle event in a friendly environment. This has been evidenced by the fact of strong crowd attendances consisting largely of families of all ages. AutoFest presents itself as a fantastic marketing tool for companies to profile their products and/or services to target audiences covering a huge range of people from across Australia with the main audience coming from SA, Victoria and New South Wales Street Rods, Street Machines, Restored and Kustoms are All Welcome. Additional information can be obtained by visiting our website at www.autofest.com.au Or Email at [email protected]

The ALL new Springnats: For years we have been asked for shade, garden upgrades, seating, better facilities etc well the time has came for a change. After looking at moving to another City and giving much thought it has been decided that as of November 27th 2009 Springnats will now be held at the Shepparton Showground’s. The Shepparton Showground’s have been chosen as the most suitable venue after consideration of new and upgraded facilities, these include, Grandstand, new grassed areas, air conditioned auditoriums and a new hard stand surface which will cater for all the traditional Springnats driving events. Benefits Include: Central Location Shaded areas More secure premises Much more user friendly amenities Minutes from retail shopping Opportunity to leave your car onsite all weekend Brand new Driving Events Area that will far exceed expectations No more driving through paddocks for parking Major future improvements also include a new large indoor facility which will house approximately 80 to 100 vehicles and new shedding that will be able to be used as garages. Once these facilities are in place we will also be able to include an indoor show as well. Springnats caters for all Street Rods, Street Machines, Restored and Kustoms For More Information www.autofest.com.au