What the VHRA represents
The VHRA is a not-for-profit organisation with a clearly defined purpose
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Dedicated to promoting hot rods, customs, and street machines in Victoria, Australia
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Most vehicles eligible for the VicRoads Club Permit Scheme may be able to participate in VHRA events
at the sole discretion of the VHRA management team
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Our primary activity is the Victorian Hot Rod and Street Machine Show
although we will actively engage with any Victorian car event where the event fits within the VHRA's purpose
and where the proceeds go to a recognised charity providing direct support to Victorian families
A brief history
The Victorian Hot Rod Association came into being on the 15th of February 1966
when six young men signed their names on the Articles of Association document.
Bob Dykes
Robert Lees
Kevin Mayo
John English
Max De Jersey
Neil Kelly
None could have anticipated the iconic event the Victorian Hot Rod Show would become.
Synonymous with Carlton's Royal Exhibition Building for 55 years, the Covid 19 pandemic caused the breaking of this
Australia Day long-weekend tradition.
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The Victorian Hot Rod and Street Machine Show returned in 2024
new location, new dates, new format
VHRA history continues
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Current Directors
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Peter Allan
Tony Castellano
Don Borg
Greg Adlington
Eric Norton
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