ASRF STATE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
STATE DIRECTOR MESSAGE The Blue Lake Nationals 2018 is fast approaching and the welcome mat will definitely be out to welcome rodders to this picturesque city. There has been…

The 2018 Blue Lake Nationals – to give it its full title, is known as the 2018 Australian Street Rod Federation (ASRF) Regional Blue Lake Nationals.
It is to be held in Mount Gambier between 23 and 25 March 2018. The event is under the control of the ASRF South Australian Divisional Council.
There is a committee of dedicated rodders who are working hard to ensure the event is a success for rodders, spectators, exhibitors, sponsors – and the great town of Mount Gambier and local regions that have committed to fully support the event.
See you cruising at the Mount! Trevor Cass – Event Manager
Planning for the approaching ASRF Blue Lake Regional Nationals 2018 at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds for 2018 is now well underway!
The event will be held from Friday 23 to Sunday 25 March 2018, one week prior to Easter and will be held at the Mount Gambier Showgrounds, corner of Pick Avenue and Jubilee Highway East Mount Gambier.
Local accommodation includes plenty of on-site camping, a wide range of motels, hotels, B&B’s and apartments.
This event will provide an excellent opportunity for entrants to participate and then stay on in the region and take in this unique part of South Australia.
A comfortable 4 to 5-hour drive from Adelaide and Melbourne, and an interesting part of Australia to visit from interstate; the Mount Gambier region is built on the slopes of a dormant volcano and rests in an area that offers many unique attractions.
These include Cave Gardens, The Mount Gambier volcanic complex, comprising many lakes and numerous other attractions.
The Limestone Coast has endless and pristine beaches and seaside villages, recreational areas, lookouts and nature walks.
Wine regions include the Coonawarra; and the Kingston and Robe seafood centres, Port MacDonnell and surrounding areas are always an added attraction.
This is a weekend event that could easily be extended to take in the surrounding regions and the many fantastic, easy to reach attractions.
The program for 2018 will include the gathering of a large collection of Street Rods, Classic Cars and Customs along with a range of trade stands & variety stalls.
For entrants, there will be a Hot Rod Olympics on the Saturday and a dinner dance Saturday night with a great rock & roll band and a variety of food and drink vendors.
A variety of entertainment will take place all weekend.
A Show and Shine event is planned for Sunday 25 March when the public will be able to get up close and experience our street rod culture.
In addition to the event, entrants will be able to participate in organised regional tours, and women’s and children’s events are also being planned.
This website has been created to provide useful information for all concerned, and our marketing drive is already attracting both Sponsorship, Trade Stands and Entrant participation.
The website will be continue to be upgraded to provide a host of further details for the event including entrant and spectator information, sponsors, trade participation information, along with links to local Councils, accommodation, sightseeing & tours and other regional services.
We also have a real interest and a commitment towards supporting local business through partnerships and look forward to the engagement of local enterprises and community support for this substantial and exciting event.
The City of Mount Gambier and Grant Shire Councils are assisting us to provide information on local sightseeing, attractions for all the family, guides for short and longer stays and regional attractions.
Event Sponsors For further details about Sponsorship & Trade Exhibitor Stand opportunities,
please contact Mike Rohal on 0417 813 664 or jhsadmin@bigpond.com
Event Manager – Trevor Cass
Phone: 0435 711 305
Email: tcass@optusnet.com.au