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BIG-HEARTED caravanners raised thousands of dollars for the Royal
Flying Doctor Service during a weeklong rally.
Members of the Combined Caravan Clubs of Queensland handed a cheque for
$7500 to the unique world-renowned
aero-medical service, which covers some of Australia's most rugged and
isolated terrain.
The money was raised by donations from affiliated clubs and events during
the 36th state rally, held at Maryborough Showground in the state's
south-east.
The rally attracted 239 caravans of all shapes and sizes from 27 caravan
clubs scattered across Queensland.
"The grounds were a hive of activity as members settled in and renewed
acquaintances made at previous state rallies," a spokesperson said.
Maryborough's town cannon was fired by Mary Heritage at the opening
ceremony and the Town Crier heralded the start of the rally, which was
officially opened by MP Chris Foley.
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Club flags
adorn the Main Hall after the opening ceremony |
Club representatives proudly paraded their respective flags through the
hall and hoisted them up for display during the rally.
Highlights included an Oktoberfest, evening musical entertainment by
local and out-of-town entertainers, a market day, disc bowls and photo
competitions, mini drag racing, fashion parade with Devonshire afternoon
tea, numerous tours including a whale watching cruise, information
sessions and exhibitors' displays.
The skies threatened rain on several days and a couple of heavy downfalls
did result, but none quite so heavy as during the Saturday night dinner
and Op Shop dance in the main hall.
"Water was wildly blown in through louvres and open doorways and the
caterers ended up absolutely drenched as they worked between their van
outside and the hall," the spokesperson said.
"But we soldiered on, as only true caravanners can, and a good time was
had by all.
"However, it was an evening that will be remembered for a long time as
members huddled under umbrellas eating their dinner to avoid the fine
spray of water being blown into the hall."
